My law partner Randall Appleton wrote an article on the Norfolk InjuryBoard blog about the fertilizer tank collapse in Chesapeake, Virginia (VA) and the revelation that Allied failed to properly inspect their tanks. The fertilizer, which flowed from the collapsed tank, is now in the Elizabeth River. To learn more about the fertilizer tank collapse…
My law partner John C. wrote an article on the Virginia Beach InjuryBoard blog about the water quality in Virginia Beach and the need to improve water testing technology. Nearly 7 million Americans become sick each year due to contaminated recreation and drinking water. To learn more about the water quality in Virginia (VA), please…
My law partner Jim Lewis wrote an article on the Norfolk InjuryBoard blog about the need to change workers’ compensation laws to ensure victims of traumatic brain injuries receive equal compensation. The current laws make it easier for relatives of the deceased workers to obtain benefits. Shapiro & Appleton& Duffan personal injury law firm…
My law partner Rick Shapiro wrote about the necessity to remain aware of nursing home abuse. Three nursing homes were listed as some of the worst in the country according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. Please click here to read an article about the signs to look for if you believe nursing home…
As a busy personal injury attorney, I speak with many people about cases where a child has been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence. I recently spoke with a young mother whose 8-year old daughter was injured when another child was playing with a bag of trash left on a complex playground. The…