Passengers, even those who may have caused a distraction, are rarely considered at fault for car accidents. This is because they were not in control of the vehicle when the incident occurred. An injured passenger may, however, be able to hold one or both drivers liable for damages. All drivers have a responsibility to their…
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a psychiatric disorder that can develop in people who have lived through or witnessed a traumatic event such as a major car accident. If you have been diagnosed with PTSD after a car accident, you might be wondering whether or not you can file a claim for damages. Although car accident…
After being injured due to someone else’s negligence, victims often want to know how long it will be before they receive financial compensation for their injuries and other damages. It is important to reach out to an experienced Virginia Beach personal injury attorney from Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp as quickly as possible to discuss your…
After being injured in an accident, it won’t be long before you are contacted by a representative of the insurance company. Unfortunately, the insurance adjuster who reaches out to you is not doing so with your best interests in mind. It is, obviously, their job to protect their employer’s interests by making every effort to…
Catastrophic injuries are life-changing. Not only do they often demand long-term medical care, but they also often leave their victims unable to live their lives as they did before their accident. Although the American Medical Association defines catastrophic injuries as those that cause severe injury to the brain or spine, the legal definition of this…