Since 1985, the lawyers affiliated with Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp have dedicated their practice to helping people when they need it most. Our clients are usually down and out after an accident, struggling financially, physically, and emotionally.
Last week, a 6 year old girl was attacked by a shark at Ocracoke beach. This type of attack is a rare and unexpected tragedy for our normally relaxing shorelines, filled with families and…
As experienced Virginia accident injury attorneys, we regularly report on accidents caused by impaired drivers. As recently as July 23, 2011, a man was seriously injured after he wrecked his car in…
When I read about cases like those of Staff Sgt. Dean Witt, it seems hard to justify a doctrine that places strict limits on the ability of active-duty military personnel to sue military doctors for…
Earlier this month the Consumer Product Safety Commission initiated an investigation into serious burn incidents that are apparently related to a type of gel used in firepots. The investigation…
Perhaps you have seen those annoying, opera-like J.G. Wentworth TV commercials offering to buy up your structured settlement in exchange for a lump sum return. In reality, a structured settlement is…
Stihl Inc., based in Virginia Beach, Virginia (VA), has recalled 2.3 million gas-powered lawn tools due to the risk of fuel spills catching fire and causing burns, according to…
In some states, a “no refusal” policy is being instituted on weekends to try and deter drunk driving. During a “no refusal” weekend, state highway troopers can receive a…
With the holiday season comes many of the festivities that make this time of year so enjoyable for many of us. Over the next few weeks, there will be countless holiday office parties, gatherings…
The holiday season is always a dangerous time for drivers. Heavy traffic and drunk driving lead to large numbers of fatalities. However, those aren’t the only factors that lead to driving…
A 16-year-old boy is dead and another teenager is facing aggravated involuntary manslaughter charges due to the irresponsible actions of an ABC liquor store owner. The Virginia Alcohol Beverage…
By: Emily Mapp Brannon, Personal Injury Attorney Recently, Rick Shapiro blogged about an alleged drunk driver in North Carolina that got behind the wheel and killed himself and a young marine…
Most of us are aware of seat belt laws and the importance of buckling up when you get into the car. However, you may not know that numerous states have a loophole which allows adult back seat…
