Monthly Archives: July 2024
What Steps Do I Need to Take to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Virginia?
Fatal injuries can result from many different types of accidents, including a wide range of motor vehicle collisions, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, workplace accidents, and premises liability accidents like slips and falls or cases involving negligent security. According to data from the nonprofit corporation Drive Smart Virginia, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles identified… Read More »
What Are Damages in a Personal Injury Case?
When a person or entity is responsible for someone else’s injuries — whether nonfatal or fatal — it may be possible for the injured person or for their personal representative to file a claim in order to seek what is known as “damages.” While this term might not be familiar to you if you… Read More »
Types of Useful Evidence in a Car Crash Case
After any type of motor vehicle crash in the Richmond area, it will be important to obtain evidence that may be useful to you when you seek compensation later on. In the immediate aftermath of a collision, anyone who has been injured can feel disoriented, such that gathering evidence may be difficult. Further, some… Read More »
Timelines to Consider in Personal Injury Claims
After a serious injury results from another party’s negligence, timing can be critical. The amount of time from the injury to seeking medical care can be the difference between an injury that is ultimately treatable and one from which a person cannot fully recover. The length of time that passes between the date of… Read More »
Teen Driver Collisions and Summer Road Safety
Motor vehicle collisions have risen generally over the last several years, and some types of crashes have occurred with more frequency than others. According to a recent article in MarketWatch, teen driving accidents have increased sharply in number since 2020, and it is particularly important to pay attention to risks of teen driving collisions… Read More »