When people are within a few miles of home, they tend to relax and become complacent behind the wheel. Unfortunately, just because you are close to home does not mean you are safe from a car accident. In fact, according to the National Traffic Highway Safety Administration, over 50% of all fatal and injury-causing collisions…
Nursing home negligence poses a significant threat to residents’ health and well-being, particularly in the context of infectious diseases. Infection control is paramount in any healthcare setting, but it becomes even more critical in nursing homes where residents often have weakened immune systems and underlying health conditions. Unfortunately, when nursing homes fail to prioritize infection…
After being involved in a Virginia car accident, you may be uncertain about what you should do next, particularly if the collision was not your fault. State law allows you to take legal action against the other driver, but there are some important steps you need to take, such as getting the other driver’s contact…
The settlement money you receive from a successful personal injury claim is intended to make you whole after the injuries and other damages you incurred by alleviating the financial hardships you experienced due to another person’s wrongdoing or negligence. One question that many personal injury victims have is “Is my personal injury settlement taxable?” Generally…
Our Virginia Beach personal injury law firm recently shared a story about a woman in Ireland who had her $823,000 car accident claim thrown out after the insurance company revealed photos of her participating in a Christmas tree-throwing competition. Details can be found here: Christmas Tree Throwing: What Not to Do During Your Personal Injury…