Our wrongful death law firm receives many calls from family members or close friends after a person has died, asking how they can get access to medical records. This can be a very confusing topic. For example, many people think that because they have a power of attorney, they should be able to access the…
Every state in the United States has medical examiners. In Virginia, they are the first tier of deciding on an autopsy. If a suspicious or unusual death occurs in a hospital or at home, the medical examiner has the statutory right to request a medical exam or a full autopsy. When a suspicious, unusual, or…
There are many wrongful death accidents where the at-fault party is charged criminally for their actions. One common example of this type of case is a DUI accident where the at-fault driver is charged with driving under the influence. In most cases, the criminal case will not provide recovery for the losses the victim’s family…
Fentanyl pain patches have become a widely prescribed method for managing severe pain, particularly in patients dealing with chronic pain conditions or those recovering from surgery. However, patients must understand just how powerful these patches are. Drop for drop, fentanyl is 80 to 100 times more potent than morphine. Unfortunately, there are an unusually high…
When an unexpected or tragic death occurs, families are often left with questions about what really happened. In Virginia, the medical examiner’s role is crucial in providing answers in both criminal and civil cases, especially wrongful death claims. As an experienced wrongful death law firm, Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp understands the pivotal role that Virginia’s…