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Passenger Charged in Fatal Wilmington Wreck

May 24, 2020

Accidents Causing Wrongful Death in NC, Blog

What Happened: A woman was killed when the passenger in her car grabbed the steering wheel, causing the car to slam into an oncoming vehicle. The driver, a 27 year old woman, was driving a Honda Accord in the westbound lane of N.C. 53 in Wilmington when the car crashed into a Dodge Durango traveling…

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What Are The Procedural Requirements For a Medical Malpractice Claim in Virginia?

May 19, 2020

Blog, Medical Malpractice, Doctor Mistakes, & Surgical Errors in VA

When a patient suffers an injury, develops a health problem, or suffers in any other way due to the negligence of their physician, they have the right to file a medical malpractice claim and seek damages. Bringing a medical malpractice case against a physician, or any healthcare provider for that matter, is not an easy…

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With Summer Around The Corner, What Are My Rights to The Road If I Am Riding My Bicycle on a Public Highway in Virginia Beach?

May 19, 2020

Bicycle-Bike Accident Injuries, Blog

If you are someone who rides to work, takes part in biking events, or loves to go on leisurely bike rides from time to time, it’s critical to be aware of your rights as well as duties as a bicyclist in Virginia. Rights of Bicyclists in Virginia Section 46.2-800 of the Code of Virginia states…

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Mesothelioma: The Preventable Cancer

May 13, 2020

Blog, Railroad Injuries & Lung Cancer Cases in NC

Knowing the primary cause of a disease enables people to avoid contracting that particular illness. Very few deadly diseases have a clearer cause than mesothelioma. As explained on the American Cancer Society website, Asbestos exposure is the main cause of pleural mesothelioma. About 8 out of 10 people with mesothelioma have been exposed to asbestos….

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What Do I Do If Police Are Not Called Or Do Not Come Out to The Scene of My Car Accident?

May 12, 2020

Blog, Car Accidents

Any time you are involved in a car accident in Virginia, it is important to contact the police and file a report with them, especially if you are planning to bring a personal injury lawsuit against the other driver. The police report, which provides an official account of the accident, can help you establish the…

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