Over 400,000 personal injury claims are filed every year in the United States. As many of these people can probably attest, dealing with an insurance company is one of the more frustrating aspects of doing so. Unfortunately, many victims do not know that they are under no obligation to accept a settlement offer made by…
Tort law, commonly referred to as personal injury law, allows injured victims to pursue financial compensation when another party’s deliberate or negligent act results in harm. Although an average of 40 million people are admitted to hospital emergency rooms with accidental injuries every year, bear in mind that not every situation in which a person…
It’s that time of year again when many parents search furiously in stores and online for the year’s “hottest” toy that their child fully expects Santa to deliver. Unfortunately, too many of these toys have the real potential to cause injuries – sometimes with tragic consequences. This is why, each year, the organization WATCH. (World…
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a serious and often life-altering consequence of accidents, falls, sports injuries, and other traumatic events. TBIs can vary in severity, from mild concussions to severe brain damage, and they require prompt medical attention due to their potential long-term effects. The following is a brief overview of why seeking out medical…
In Virginia, a pedestrian is any individual traveling on foot including those who use mobility aids. The state has enacted numerous right-of-way laws that outline the duties of both drivers and pedestrians. Pedestrians are required to obey pedestrian crossing signals and traffic lights and keep to sidewalks instead of the roadway whenever possible. Drivers are…