Scarring and disfigurement caused by an injury can have significant physical, emotional, and psychological impacts on a person’s life. In many cases, the victim’s life is forever changed. Under Virginia law, a person who has suffered scarring and disfigurement in an accident caused by the negligence of another party may be entitled to compensation for…
As online shopping continues to grow in popularity, so does the demand for efficient delivery services. In fact, it is estimated that around 60 million packages are distributed every day in the United States. Amazon, one of the largest e-commerce companies, relies on a vast network of delivery drivers to transport packages to customers’ doorsteps….
Under Virginia law, landlords have a legal obligation to maintain safe premises for their tenants. The legal concept of “premises liability” holds landlords accountable for ensuring that the property they rent is safe and free from hazards that could cause harm to tenants, visitors, or guests. If a landlord fails to live up to his…
There have been many changes in healthcare and how patients obtain treatment over the past few decades. One of the major changes is the increased popularity of urgent care and walk-in facilities where patients can obtain treatment when their own doctors are not available. However, along with the increased number of these facilities, comes an…
According to national statistics, only 27 percent of medical malpractice cases that go to trial are actually successful for the victim compared to 52 percent of other plaintiff-won tort cases. This low number is a strong indicator that if a victim is going to pursue a malpractice lawsuit, it is critical to have a seasoned…