In the aftermath of being injured in an accident, you may be entitled to compensation through an insurance claim. Whether it involves holding the person responsible for your accident accountable through their coverage or relying on a personal injury policy you have in place, an insurance settlement can help offset the medical expenses, lost wages,…
When accidental injuries occur, those involving the spinal cord are among the most severe. A spinal cord injury can be life-threatening, and recovery often means dealing with catastrophic impairments. If you or someone you care about has suffered this type of life-changing injury, understanding the impacts and the effect they can have, both now and…
Under Virginia law, when a victim is injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another party, that victim has the legal right to sue that party to recover damages for any losses their injuries have caused them to suffer. There are a number of different types of incidents that fall under the umbrella…
Many people are familiar with the concept of a personal injury lawsuit. Following an auto accident or another incident that causes an individual to suffer serious injuries, an injured victim may bring a legal claim against the party responsible for the accident to try to collect compensation for his or her medical bills, lost income,…
To bite means to cut, tear, wound, or rip with teeth. Another definition is to grip or hold with teeth, not causing a wound. Therefore, does a dog cross the line by “mouthing” a hand, such as in teething, without puncturing skin? Additionally, is a bite considered provoked and how does that affect a personal injury…