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Attorney Examines Loss of Life after Union Railroad Accident
Posted on 3/19/2010
Attorney Examines Fatal Truck Accident
Posted on 3/16/2010
Attorney Discusses Hours-of-Services Regulations
Posted on 3/16/2010
Attorney Examines Unsavory Marketing Tactics by Johnson & Johnson
Posted on 3/12/2010
FRA and NTSB Cite Fatigue as Contributing to Railroad Accidents
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All Serious Injuries

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Testimony Excerpts from Personal Injury Cases

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Document Library for Virginia Injury Victims

On the page below you can find links to documents, reports, publications and discussions provided.

The documents below are available to the public so that they can gain a better understanding of the legal challenges facing them, and why an experienced attorney is so important for success.

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Car & Motorcycle Accidents:

What to Do if You Hit a Deer
Description: Hitting a deer can lead to hundreds, even thousands of dollars worth of damage to your car and can even cause serious injury. You need to be prepared and understand what type of insurance covers deer-car accidents and how you can obtain maximum policy compensation. Check out this article to learn more.
No Text is Worth Dying For
Description: Texting while driving is an extremely dangerous practice. In fact, it's just as dangerous as drunk driving. This article examines the importance of reaching young drivers and emphasizing the risks associate with distracted driving.
Don't play the insurance company's games of delay, defend and deny. Review this article, check out our videos and free consumer reports, then give our firm a call so you can talk to an experienced injury lawyer for a free consultation.
Description: Insurance company games arise every day in car accidents with injuries. Claims adjusters will do almost anything to reduce or deny your legitimate injury claim after a car accident-they are trained to do so. This is why you need the top injury law attorneys on your side. Please give our injury attorneys a call so you can speak to an experienced attorney for free. Our number is 1-800-752-0042.
Medical Payments Coverage in Virginia: What Your Car Insurance Company Must Offer
Winter Driving Conditions like Black Ice and Heavy Snow Can Be Challenging for Virginia (VA) Drivers.
Description: Driving in wintery weather is very different from driving in normal weather conditions. This article talks about certain safety precautions you should take if you're planning to travel on ice-or-snow covered roads.

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Crashes Caused by Trucks:

This page provides information about the complexity of trucking insurance and how it differs from regular car insurance. After you've had a chance to review this page, please take a look at our other articles, blogs, videos, and consumer guides on trucking topics.
Description: If you're looking for information on federal trucking law and other trucking issues, please take a look at this web page and our site in general. We have plenty of information and if you've suffered an injury from a trucking accident, would be happy to discuss your potential claim. Our firm's phone number is 1-800-752-0042.
Here are some results from our truck accident cases. After you've taken a look, please give us a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free case analysis.
Description: This article features results of cases our injury law firm has handled.
Car and Truck Accidents/Personal Injury Law in West Virginia (WV)
Description: Virginia (VA) and West Virginia (WV) have major interstates and state highways and the states include mountain roads, and dangerous and deadly car and truck accidents/personal injuries occur daily . If you live in any city, town, or county in Virginia (VA) or West Virginia (WV), we can help you or your family recover compensation for personal injury or wrongful death resulting from a truck-car accident or wreck . The Law Firm/personal injury lawyers of Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton have the expertise, experience, and courtroom track record to resolve your truck and car accident injury case and obtain the compensation that you need and deserve. View our videos, get our free reports, and contact us today for a free consultation.
Car and Truck Accidents in Georgia (GA)
Description: Georgia (GA) is a picturesque vacation spot as well as land rich in culture, history, and adventure. Unfortunately, although the state is the destination for many and the home of millions, the state is plagued by dangerous roads and deadly truck accidents. Whether traveling and eight-lane interstate or driving on a one lane state road, you or someone you love can be seriously hurt by an 18-wheeler in any number of circumstances. If you live in any city, town, or county in Georgia (GA, we can help you sort out the particulars of your crash and find a just ruling for you in court – whether you have been seriously injured in a car or truck wreck or have a wrongful death case. The Law Firm/personal injury lawyers of Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton have the expertise and courtroom track record to resolve your truck and car accident injury case and receive fair compensation. View our videos, get our free reports, and contact us today for a free consultation.
Car and Truck Accidents in Florida (FL)
Description: Florida (FL) is a picturesque vacation spot as well as land rich in culture, history, and adventure. Unfortunately, although the state is the destination for many and the home of millions, it is plagued by dangerous roads and deadly truck accidents. Whether traveling and eight-lane interstate or driving on a one lane state road, you or someone you love can be seriously hurt by an 18-wheeler in any number of circumstances. If you live in any city, town, or county in Florida (FL), we can help you sort out the particulars of your crash and find a just ruling for you in court – whether you have been seriously injured in a car or truck wreck or have a wrongful death case. The Law Firm/personal injury lawyers of Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton have the expertise and courtroom track record to resolve your truck and car accident injury case and receive fair compensation. View our videos, get our free reports, and contact us today for a free consultation.

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Medical Malpractice/Doctor Mistakes:

Surgical Instruments Left Inside Patients Can Cause Serious Injuries
Description: Roughly 1,500 people are the victims of a careless medical mistake - having a surgical instrument/tool left inside them. This type of surgical error can cause injuries and may require multiple corrective surgeries. If you've been the victim of this type of medical malpractice, please contact our firm for a no-pressure consultation. Our number is 1-800-752-0042.
Here are some results from our medical malpractice and medical negligence cases. After you've reviewed them, give our firm a call at 1-800-752-0042.
Description: This page features results of cases our law firm has handled.
Medical Mistake in Rehabilitation Center Causes Death in Elderly Woman
Description: In February of 2008, a 97 year old resident of a Hampton Roads, Virginia (VA) rehabilitation home was accidentally injected with insulin. Upon discovering her unconscious they rushed her to Sentara Leigh Hospital where they attempted to revive the victim.
Why You Shouldn't Waive The Meningococcal Vaccine
Description: Why your college student should get the meningitis vaccine.
About Handling Virginia Beach/Norfolk, Virginia (VA) Medical Malpractice Claims
Description: As Virginia Beach and Norfolk, Virginia (VA) medical malpractice lawyers with over one hundred combined years of legal experience, we are familiar with the local practices that govern medical malpractice claims in Virginia Beach, Norfolk and the surrounding areas of Chesapeake, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News, Virginia and beyond, as we have filed injury suits in virtually every court in the area on behalf of Virginia Beach/Norfolk medical malpractice victims. (Note: we have also represented Eastern Shore, VA and Outer Banks, North Carolina (NC) victims of medical negligence/errors.)

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Railroad Injury/FELA:

Railroad Worker Mesothelioma/Cancers: Learn Where the Toxic Asbestos Was and When the Rail Companies Knew It Was a Problem
Description: It's been known for decades that exposure to asbestos helped cause mesothelioma cancer and other terrible illnesses. Railroad workers who spent their lives working for Norfolk Southern, CSX, C&O, Conrail, etc. are now suffering because they were exposed to asbestos on a regular basis. If you're one of these rail employees and are currently struggling with mesothelioma or some other type of cancer, please call our firm so you can speak to a real attorney for free. Our number is 1-800-752-0042.
CSX, Norfolk Southern, and Other Rail Companies Looking at “Greener” Engines, but Appear to Neglect Health of Rail Workers.
Description: NS, CSX, and other rail companies need to keep their focus on employee safety when upgrading and advancing their locomotive technology.
Here are some results from our railroad injury and FELA cases. After you've reviewed them, give our firm a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free case analysis.
Description: This page features results of cases our law firm has handled.
Work-related tasks can lead to repetitive stress and cumulative trauma injuries. If you've suffered either of these injuries, please consider giving our law firm a call for a free case analysis at 1-800-752-0042.
Description: If you're looking for information about repetitive stress and cumulative trauma injuries, then this is a good article to peruse. For example, 65 percent of cumulative trauma injuries affect the back.
Charlie Cunningham, former Norfolk railroad engineer and firm legal investigator, 1930-2009
Description: Charlie Cunningham was a great employee and an incredible human being. He will be missed.

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Brain Damage/Head Injuries:

The Effects of a Traumatic Brain Injury Can Be Devastating
Description: This article examines the terrible effects a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have on an individual. Some of these effects include balance problems, sensitivity to bright lights, irritability, and a lack of self-awareness of their own cognitive problems. Our firm has helped victims of TBI receive compensation to help cover medical bills, lost wages, and rehabilitation. If you've suffered a TBI due to an accident, please contact our firm for a free consultation.
Traumatic Brain Injury Information Courtesy of CareMeridian
Description: This article was courtesy of CareMeridian and has information about the severity of brain injuries and how roughly 1.4 million Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries.
Here are some of our results for traumatic brain injury and closed head injury cases. After you review them, give our firm a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free case analysis.
Description: This page features results of cases our law firm has handled.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brain Damage, Brain Injury or Closed Head Injuries
Description: Our Firm Explains Our Handling of Brain Injury or Closed Head Injury Claims In Court
Head injury: forgotten trauma
Description: As a Norfolk, Virginia (VA) attorney working on personal injury and wrongful death cases, I am most astonished that traumatic brain injury (TBI) is so common in the United States and how little attention seems to be paid to the people suffering from it.

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Wrongful Death:

Alcohol and prescription medication can seriously impair a driver's cognitive ability potentially leading a serious car accident. To learn more, please continue reading...
Description: A serious car wreck on I-264 took the life of Frances Wilson, a native of Chesapeake, Virginia (VA). It's suspected the at-fault driver was either drunk or under the influence of some other substance which impaired their ability to drive. To learn more, check out this article.
Internet and Social Networks Add New Tools for Attorneys to Strengthen Client’s Case in Court
Description: The internet and social networks are great tools to weed out tainted jurors for a trial.
We've represented family members who lost a loved one in an accident. Below are some of the case results. After you review them, give me a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free case analysis.
Description: This page features results of cases our law firm has handled.
Videotaping Lay Witnesses Can Be A Powerful Settlement Tool In Personal Injury And Death Cases
Description: In wrongful death cases, our firm has been doing videotaping of the decedent's family members to show the impact of the death on the beneficiaries. By carefully preparing and shooting the videos, the injury lawyer can get some very powerful footage of how the wrongful death has impacted the family.
Confidentiality Agreements Keep Information About Personal Injury Settlements From The Public
Description: More and more, the railroads and other large corporate defendants in personal injury and wrongful death cases demand confidentiality as part of any settlement of a case. This confidentiality is required by the at-fault party to prevent the injured person or their attorney from disclosing how much money they got in the settlement or the details of the fact that the settlement occurred.

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Slips, Trips & Falls:

Here are some results for our slip, trip, and fall cases. After you review them, give our firm a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free case analysis.
Description: Injured by a slip, trip, or fall and need an injury lawyer? Look no further. Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined legal experience. Give us a call immediately at 1-800-752-0042 for a free, confidential consultation.
Richmond, Virginia (VA) Native Has Serious Injury to Knee After a Fall on Algae Covered Sidewalk
Description: It is often difficult for some to keep their balance simply walking down the street, especially the elderly. Now imagine that you had to do the same on a slick surface without falling. Sadly, many people experience a slip and/or fall on a daily basis. Unfortunately, some slip and fall events can result in serious injury and pain, particularly for older seniors who may be more susceptible to major fractures of hips and other bones.
Chronic Pain Caused by Fall in Atrium with Leak in Skylights
Description: A woman employee fell in her office due to a leak in the skylights of the building’s atrium. That day, the weather forecast called for 6 inches of rainfall. That morning there were no warning signs, cones, or tape that had been placed to acknowledge the danger of the leak.
Personal Injury Suits/Claims Stack Up Against Retailers Due to Falling Merchandise/Falling Product Negligence
Description: Whether it is Norfolk, Virginia Beach (Va. Beach), Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Virginia (VA) or Kitty Hawk, Hill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Manteo, Elizabeth City, North Carolina (NC), we have all witnessed the widespread development of big box stores such as Lowes, Home Depot, Sams Club, Price Club, etc.

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Mass Transit (Airline, Train, Bus):

Some regional airlines have used car parts in their airplanes. These infractions are a major issue and completely unacceptable. To learn more, please continue reading...
Description: Regional airlines overwork their pilots and put your life at risk. It's a serious issue that needs to be addressed by the FAA.
Virginia (VA) enters the modern era regarding boating licenses
Description: One of the biggest running jokes in the state of Virginia is that a 14-year-old can operate a 68-foot yacht, without any license whatsoever, but the same 14-year-old cannot operate a jet ski without a license. This may sound crazy but it is true.
Boating accidents and injuries in Hampton Roads, Virginia (VA)
Description: With the fun of boating comes the responsibility for knowing the rules of the water just like a motorist needs to know the rules of the road. Recreational boaters need to be familiar with lots of safety requirements, including the use of life preservers and when to yield the right of way to a passing boat.
Boat/Yacht/Jet Ski-PWC Accidents-Virginia, West Virginia, North/South Carolina Personal Injury Lawyers discuss PWC/jet ski and boating accidents and injuries
Description: Unfortunately, the explosive growth of PWC/jet ski use has led to more personal injuries and even deaths due to PWC/jet ski and boat collisions and accidents. This article by our Virginia (VA)/Carolina personal injury lawyers explores PWC safety and insurance coverage issues.
Helicopter Pilot charged with flying under the influence
Description: Florida man scares many and receives criminal charges for flying his helicopter while intoxicated during Peanute Festival.

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Dangerous Drugs/Product Recalls:

Avandia is a Dangerous Drug and You Need to Know the Side Effects
Description: Have you ever taken Avandia? If so, you must take a moment and read this article. It provides important information regarding Avandia side effects and why it is such a dangerous drug.
Paxil is a Dangerous Drug and You Need to Know the Risks
Description: Have you ever taken Paxil? If so, you must read this article. It contains important information regarding the horrendous side effects associated with this prescription drug.
Dangerous Birth Control Medication and Their Terrible Side Effects
Description: Have you taken Yaz, Yasmin, or Ocella? If so, this article is a must-read. It contains vital information about horrible side effects associated with these dangerous drugs.
FDA Recall of Hydroxycut
Description: Many people have been injured from Hydroxycut. Health problems reported including liver failure, kidney problems and death
Virginia/Carolina Injury Lawyers-Fentanyl/Duragesic Patch-Recalls, Deaths, Overdoses Connected with Powerful Pain Patches
Description: Virginia/Carolina personal injury lawyers handling Fentanyl/Duragesic patch cases involving death or overdoses from powerful pain patches that are improperly prescribed or have product defects

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All Serious Injuries:

Researching whether an injury lawyer violated Virginia State Bar rules is important. You need an ethical and respected attorney. That's why you should call our office right away. Our firm enjoys a Martindale Hubbell rating of AV which means we have a reputation for the highest ethical standards and have over 100 years of combined legal experience.
Description: Thoroughly researching your prospective injury attorney is important. A lawyer with a questionable reputation in the legal world can detrimentally affect your case.
Suffered scarring or disfigurement from an accident? You've come to the right place. Our attorneys are here to help you. Check out our FREE consumer reports and view our video library.
Description: Severe scars and disfiguring injuries can completely change an individual's life. This article discusses the ramifications and what you should do if the injury was due to the carelessness of another person or company.
Many States Adopting Voluntary Mediation in Injury Cases
Description: An injury lawyer wrote this article which examines the details of voluntary mediation.
What You Need to Know to Successfully Litigate a Jury Trial
Description: Jim Lewis, an attorney with over 20 years of legal experience and a vast record of successful jury trials, provides advice and basic guidelines on how to approach a jury trial. It is one of the most complex and challenging aspects of our legal system.
The Power of Expert Testimony in a Trial
Description: Jim Lewis, an attorney with over 20 years of legal experience, shares some of his vast knowledge about the importance of expert testimony and provides strategies on how to handle experts at trial.

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The Client Experience:

This client's experience higlights the fact that our lawyers listen to your concerns and will work tirelessly on your behalf.
Description: If you want a lawyer who will do everything in their power to obtain a successful settlement/verdict on your behalf, then give our firm a call for a free, no-pressure consultation. Our number is 1-800-752-0042.
Our law firm is dedicated to treating every client with professionalism. This client's experience highlights that dedication.
Description: This client was impressed by our firm's professional manner and our results-oriented legal strategy.
Our firm is results-oriented and dedicated to getting a settlement/verdict that is satisfactory for the client. This client's experience exemplifies that philosophy.
Description: This client was impressed by our firm's attentiveness and focus on their needs.
Our law firm is dedicated to fighting for the interests of people seriously injured by the carelessness of others. This client was ignored by a major railroad company until they obtained our legal services and the rail company's attitude changed dramatically. We were able to obtain a successful settlement and this client was very pleased.
Description: We are proud to represent injured railroad workers. This client is a member of the BLET and the rail company was dragging their feet in responding to his injury claim. We came on board and the rail company suddenly became very responsive to getting the case settled.
Our law firm prides itself on treating each client with professionalism and courtesy. That's what this client's experience illustrates. We are committed to working tirelessly on your behalf and obtaining a successful settlement/verdict for your case.
Description: This client was very happy with the settlement in their case and plans to use our firm again if they're in need of legal services.

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Testimony Excerpts from Personal Injury Cases:

Actual excerpts of testimony from personal injury cases in Virginia/Carolina and elsehwere are presented (Group 1)
Description: As experienced Virginia/Carolina injury lawyers often in court, we constantly receive testimony of experts and witnesses by deposition or during trial. To familiarize potential clients and consumers with how deposition and trial testimony works, we have posted such testimony to our injury law website.
Testimony Excerpts-Former NS claims agent professes to "Vocationally" assist a worker [PDF]
Description: Personal injury lawyers handling injury law post testimony from one of their injury cases.
Testimony Excerpts-Materials Engineer-Norfolk Southern
Description: Personal injury lawyers handling injury law post testimony from one of their injury cases.
Testimony Excerpts-Orthopedic doctor/surgeon [PDF]
Description: Testimony from a real personal injury case conducted by one of our lawyers.

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Co-Counsel:

We Welcome Lawyer Referrals Of Injury or Death Cases
Description: Because our firm handles many types of significant personal injury cases, as well as wrongful death cases, we foster and welcome co-counsel relationships with other personal injury lawyers or lawyers who do not specialize in personal injury or wrongful death, as not only clients, but lawyers search for the best, top, injury lawyers/attorneys in Virginia (VA), North Carolina (NC), West Virginia (WV), or South Carolina (SC).

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Firm Newsletters:

Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, and Appleton - Personal Injury Attorney's Spring 2010 Newsletter [PDF]
Description: The Virginia-Carolina personal injury law firm of Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis and Appleton publishes this newsletter on personal injury law, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, railroad injuries/diseases, and medical malpractice cases. Each issue focuses on injury prevention and safety tips, product recalls, dangers to avoid and similar safety issues that are prevalent at that time.
Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, and Appleton - Personal Injury Attorney's Spring 2009 Newsletter [PDF]
Description: The Virginia-Carolina personal injury law firm of Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis and Appleton publishes this newsletter on personal injury law, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, railroad injuries/diseases, and medical malpractice cases. Each issue focuses on injury prevention and safety tips, product recalls, dangers to avoid and similar safety issues that are prevalent at that time.
Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, and Appleton Personal Injury Attorney's Summer 2009 Newsletter [PDF]
Description: The Virginia-Carolina personal injury law firm of Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis and Appleton publishes this newsletter on personal injury law, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, railroad injuries/diseases, and medical malpractice cases. Each issue focuses on injury prevention and safety tips, product recalls, dangers to avoid and similar safety issues that are prevalent at that time.
Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, and Appleton Personal Injury Attorneys Fall 2009 Newsletter [PDF]
Description: The Virginia-Carolina personal injury law firm of Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis and Appleton publishes this newsletter on personal injury law, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, railroad injuries/diseases, and medical malpractice cases. Each issue focuses on injury prevention and safety tips, product recalls, dangers to avoid and similar safety issues that are prevalent at that time.
Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis, and Appleton Personal Injury Attorney's Winter 2009 Newsletter [PDF]
Description: The Virginia-Carolina personal injury law firm of Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis and Appleton publishes this newsletter on personal injury law, car accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, railroad injuries/diseases, and medical malpractice cases. Each issue focuses on injury prevention and safety tips, product recalls, dangers to avoid and similar safety issues that are prevalent at that time.

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All We Do is Injury Law:

Lawyers support diversity and equality...
Description: Our law firm/lawyers actively support diversity, civil equality, and civil Rights.
Shapiro, Cooper Lewis & Appleton Video
One of our Attorneys Recognized by Virginia Lawyers Weekly
A Majority of Attorneys at our Firm are Licensed in North Carolina(NC)
Description: Each of the attorneys at our firm are licensed in Virginia and a majority are also licensed in North Carolina, among other states.
Law Firm Needs Focus Group Participants
Description: Law Firm conducting quarterly focus groups seek qualified participants.

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FREE Reports:

The Free Railroad Worker's Do's & Don'ts When Injured at a Railroad Booklet
Description: Do's & Don'ts When Injured at a Railroad--The Railroad Worker's FELA Rights Booklet.
This free must have "blue book" has been reprinted for railroad workers for over 10 years, and outlines the do's/don'ts as well as what the FELA covers and much more. The bible on the FELA. Order yours for Free Today.
TOP TEN TIPS FROM EXPERIENCED VIRGINIA/CAROLINA MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYERS
Description: Free Report titled: TOP TEN TIPS FROM EXPERIENCED MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYERS. Free Patient Guide to Medical Malpractice Claims tells the consumer what an "insider" Virginia/Carolina personal injury/medical malpractice lawyer practicing medical malpractice law daily has learned. The must have guide for people who have suffered an injury caused by a doctor, hospital, nursing home or any surgical error. This booklet gives families who may have a medical malpractice or nursing home neglect case the basic tools to understand what to do about this legal problem, whether in Virginia, North Carolina, or elsewhere. This is a free report.
The Free Best Car Accident Guide To Injuries In Virginia
Description: Learn why car insurance adjusters hate this Free car accident information book! The Book With Everything You need to Know if Hurt in a Car accident. The inside advice you need if you are hurt in an auto collision caused by someone else’s fault. An experienced Virginia-based lawyer for personal injury victims anticipates the key Virginia or Carolina accident information you need, and most info applies to other states as well. As a service to the public and car/truck accident injury victims we provide this insightful and informative book written by our lawyers with over 100 years combined legal experience. This book includes valuable information on the how insurance claims are valued; insurance company negotiation tactics, how to avoid injury case mistakes; and steps to finding a qualified personal injury attorney…
Insurance companies take advantage of consumers
Description: Read this free article and series to see why you should be cautious of insurance companies and big corporations

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Virginia Supreme Court Decisions:

Rascher v. Friend is a personal injury case where a minivan hit a bike rider. The Virginia Supreme Court reversed a decision by the Prince William circuit court which had ruled in favor of the defendant. The Supreme Court asserted the plaintiff (i.e. injured victim) was not contributory negligent in the accident. [PDF]
Description: The decision was authored by Honorable Justice Lawrence L. Koontz, Jr.
Roberts v. CSX Transportation is a personal injury case and the Virginia Supreme Court ruled that the a new trial is necessary since the original jury trial involved a potential juror who had financial investments with CSX Transportation and the plaintiff's attorney had to use a peremptory challenge to remove the juror. Under Virginia law, the circuit court should have removed the juror before this action was necessary by the attorney. [PDF]
Description: The decision was authored by the Honorable Justice Cynthia D. Kinser
Williams v. Le is a wrongful death case and the Virginia Supreme Court decided a new trial was necessary since the Fairfax County circuit court made a mistake by instructing the jury to follow "superseding intervening causation" which basically asserted that the defendant (Dr. Le) was not at fault, even in the slightest degree. The Supreme Court disagreed asserting that defendant's actions need to be examined in a new trial to determine liability. [PDF]
Description: The decision was authored by the Honorable Justice Donald W. Lemons
Antisdel v. Ashby is a case focused on whether or not an administrator of an estate appointed solely for the purpose of bringing a wrongful death action under Code § 8.01-50 is able to assert survival claims on behalf of the estate. The Virginia Supreme Court affirmed the decision from the circuit court of Shenandoah County. [PDF]
Description: This Virginia Supreme Court decision was authored by the Honorable Justice Barbara Milano Keenan.
Parikh v. Family Care Center is a medical malpractice case focused on whether or not it is legal for a non-professional corporation to enforce a covenant not to compete with a former employee, a licensed physician. [PDF]
Description: This Virginia Supreme Court decision was authored by the Honorable Chief Justice LeRoy H. Hassell, Sr.

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Exhibits - How We Present Medical Evidence:

Techniques Our Injury Trial Attorneys Present Medical Evidence to Build Cases, Pt.3
Description: This is part 3 in a series of articles discussing our strategies and techniques to successfully submit valuable evidence in court to improve our chances of receiving a positive verdict. This article explores the types of evidence that is extremely important and effective in helping a jury understand the plaintiff's side of the case.
Techniques Our Injury Trial Attorneys Use to Present Medical Evidence to Build Cases, Pt.2
Description: Our firm fully understands the importance of visual aids and properly illustrating complex medical evidence. This article explores the steps necessary to get this evidence admitted in court.
Techniques Our Injury Trial Attorneys Use to Present Medical Evidence to Build Cases, Pt.1
Description: Understanding how to properly express and illustrate medical evidence to a jury is crucial for a successful outcome at trial. Our firm knows this because we are experienced trial lawyers who have developed certain skills and techniques to ensure the jury fully comprehends and accepts our evidence at trial. Check out this article to learn more.

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Case Results

DISCLAIMER: PLEASE NOTE THAT EVERY CASE IS DIFFERENT, AND THE VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS MENTIONED ON THIS WEBSITE, WHILE ACCURATE, DO NOT REPRESENT WHAT WE MAY OBTAIN FOR YOU IN YOUR CASE.

Car & Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle Passengers Recover $1,512,000.00

Awarded: $1,512,000.00

Rear Ender-Neck/Cervical Fusion Surgery, Lost Income and Earnings
Pedestrians Struck by Automobile Recover $540,000.00

Awarded: $545,000.00

Car Accident-minivan-knee surgery
Crosswalk Accident With Broken Leg Settles For $227,000.00

Awarded: $227,000

Crashes Caused by Trucks

MACK truck-trailer-wreck/leg fractures
Truck-Train crossing collision-back injuries
Automobile Accident Causing Coma and Paralysis

Awarded: Counsel settled with the motorist's insurer, and then with two additional underinsurance carriers for a total settlement of $600,000 which constituted all available insurance.

Collision Between Two Big Rigs Creates Fireball

Awarded: Case settled at mediation for $450,000.00, from the parked truck’s insurance, plus additional monies and concessions from the client’s workers’ compensation insurer

Virginia Automobile Accident

Awarded: The case was settled for $350,000.00 without the necessity of a trial.

Medical Malpractice/Doctor Mistakes

Retained Surgical Sponge and Subsequent Complications

Awarded: $425,000.00 Settlement

Failed Back Surgery

Awarded: The case was settled before the trial for 1.25 million dollars.

Failure to Diagnose/ER Doctor/vascular incident (aortic aneurysim)

Awarded: $700,000.00

Gastric Bypass (stomach stapling) Surgery complications

Awarded: $550,000.00 settlement during mediation.

Gallbladder Surgery Error

Awarded: $425,000

Railroad Injury/FELA

Shoulder Injury requiring surgery for Locomotive Engineer

Awarded: The Jacksonville, Florida State Court jury returned a $978,000.00 verdict in favor of TA against the railroad.

Locomotive Engineer with Shoulder and Knee Injuries

Awarded: Several days before court-ordered mediation, the parties arrived at a settlement of $950,000.00.

Railroad Conductor gets back injury due to fall in ballast depression

Awarded: The case was settled for $900,000

Railroad conductor/back injury-surgery/Safety Appliance act Violations
Locomotive Engine Fire causes Rail Engineer right arm and wrist surgery

Awarded: The case was settled at mediation for $700,000.00

Brain Damage/Head Injuries

Gas Station Worker Pinned In building-train derailment, brain injury

Awarded: $46,000,000, with Interest 60 Million

Brain Injury To Railroad Engineer Caused By Exploding Valve on Engine (verdict)

Awarded: $365,000.00

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Wrongful Death-Car Struck By Tractor Trailer

Awarded: $2,400,000.00

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Fiberglass Ladder Defect-Knee Injury/surgery-Bauer brand
Insurance Adjuster Recovers $150,000.00 for Injuries Sustained at Local Restaurant

Awarded: 150,000.00

Skiing/Ski Lift Operator Negligence-Knee/Leg Injury
Department Store Shelf Falls on Customer

Awarded: $120,000.00

Trip & Fall, Foot/Leg Injuries at a Virginia Restaurant

Awarded: Confidential Settlement

All Serious Injuries

Personal Injury/Partial Loss of Eyesight-Bar/Restaurant/Nightclub Lack of Security- $500,000.00 VA Settlement

Awarded: $500,000

Pilot Suffers Electrical Shock Injury At Hotel Ending Commercial Pilot’s Career--Settlement Soon Before Federal Court Jury Trial

Awarded: 1.5 Million Settlement For Electrical Shock Injury to Hotel Guest/Pilot

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Faulty Product - Fiberglass Stepladder Failure

Awarded: Ultimately, the parties all submitted to mediation carried out by a retired judge. The case was resolved for $375,000.00, with part paid by both Bauer and AT&T.

Skiing Accident

Awarded: The case was tried and the jury returned a verdict for $150,000.00, plus interest and costs. No settlement offer was ever made before the verdict.

Hotel Guest-Glass Coffee Carafe Shatters-Hand Injury

Awarded: Hand Injury Settlement/Glass Coffee Carafe Shatters-Hotel Guest

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