Many vehicle accidents, especially in the spring, involved both passenger cars and motorcycles. But motorcyclists have far less protection than those in cars, so the odds of being injured or killed in these accidents are vastly higher. In fact, this is what the...
Personal Injury
When is the Right Time to Contact a Hospital Negligence Lawyer After Experiencing Medical Malpractice?
You may feel overwhelmed or uncertain about when to reach out to a hospital negligence lawyer following an incident of medical malpractice. Understanding the critical timing for seeking legal assistance can significantly impact your case's outcome. It's essential to...
How Can a Medical Negligence Lawyer Help You Navigate Legal Proceedings?
When it comes to medical negligence cases, you have likely heard the saying 'knowledge is power.' But how exactly can a medical negligence lawyer assist you in navigating the complex legal landscape following a medical error? These legal professionals bring a wealth...
Falls are not an inevitable part of nursing home life
Falls are a major safety concern for older adults. Those in their 50s and beyond could suffer injuries in a fall that could impact their overall health and quality of life. The effects of aging may make a fall more likely and may also affect someone's ability to...
3 causes of bedsores in nursing homes
Visiting your loved one in a nursing home only to find them with wounds can be devastating. Unfortunately, cases of bedsores or pressure ulcers are not uncommon among residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities, yet they are avoidable. Below are three...
When bedside manners turn into medical malpractice in Virginia
Good customer service is critical in any profession or business, but more so in the healthcare industry. When someone is in pain and perhaps scared for their life, the last thing they want to deal with is a rude, condescending or neglectful healthcare provider. In...
Some common truck accident injuries
Thousands of road users in Virginia and around the country are killed or seriously injured in truck accidents each year. Semi-tractor trailers pose a threat because they are more than 70 feet long, can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds and have large blind spots. When a...
Types of Virginia car crashes
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles recorded 122,434 Virginia motor vehicle accidents in 2022. In that same year, there were 1,005 fatalities and 59,404 injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents. There are different types of car crashes, all of which can lead...
Consequences of being seriously injured by a Virginia reckless driver
The 2022 Virginia Traffic Crash Facts reports there were 122,434 motor vehicle accidents in Virginia in 2022. There were also 1,005 fatalities and 59,404 injuries. If you were seriously injured by a reckless driver in Virginia, you might want to file a personal injury...
Flying projectiles can produce severe truck accidents
Most people think that injuries from accidents involving trucks in Virginia result from the sheer size and weight of a semi-tractor trailer or driver negligence. However, that isn't always the case. Flying debris from these accidents can also injure victims. The...