According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 6,335 motorcyclists killed on the road in 2023 in the United States. That’s 15 percent of all traffic fatalities. NHTSA data shows that this is the highest number of motorcyclists killed in a year since at least 1975. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles…
It happens more than we’d like to imagine—families are left devastated by the loss of a loved one due to the negligence of another person. At Shapiro, Washburn, & Sharp, we know that grief doesn’t follow legal timelines. But in Virginia, the statute of limitations on a wrongful death claim is typically only two years….
Wrongful Death Lawyer Virginia Beach Imagine this fictional scenario: Walter, a 62-year-old retiree, was on his way home from visiting his first grandchild when a semi-truck veered into his lane. The big rig hit Walter’s pickup, causing a terrible accident. Walter was pronounced dead on the scene. His family was in shock. After the funeral,…
During the summertime, you’ll likely see more boats on the waterways in Virginia and North Carolina. From sleek runabouts to pontoon cruisers, these vehicles provide a lot of fun recreation for families and tour groups. Meanwhile, charter boat excursions are becoming even more popular, whether for fishing trips, sunset cruises, or private parties. Unfortunately, with…
If you listen to the news now and then, you’ve likely heard the term “tort reform” when broadcasters talk about healthcare, lawsuits, and legislative changes. You may have wondered: “What does that mean?” If you were injured because of a doctor’s negligence and are thinking about a medical malpractice claim, you may also worry that…