Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp is strictly a personal injury/medical malpractice law firm representing the victim. Our firm specializes in cases that involve individuals who have suffered physical or emotional harm due to the negligence or wrongful actions of others. Personal injury cases encompass a wide range of situations, and our law firm is dedicated to helping injured parties seek compensation for their losses.
The following is an overview of the kinds of cases our OBX personal injury attorneys handle. For more specific information about your situation, call our office to schedule a free case evaluation.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Car accidents: Our firm often handles cases involving car accidents, which can result in injuries ranging from minor to severe. These cases may involve driver negligence, such as speeding, distracted driving, or impaired driving.
- Motorcycle accidents: Motorcycle accidents can lead to devastating injuries. Our attorneys represent injured motorcyclists and their passengers, advocating for their rights and pursuing compensation.
- Truck accidents: Collisions with commercial trucks can have catastrophic consequences. We have successfully represented numerous clients injured in truck accidents caused by driver fatigue, improper maintenance, or overloaded trucks.
- Bicycle and pedestrian accidents: Our firm also represents cyclists and pedestrians injured in motor vehicle accidents. These cases often involve driver negligence and can result in severe injuries.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents occur when individuals are injured due to hazardous conditions on someone else’s property. These conditions can include slippery floors, uneven surfaces, inadequate lighting, or poorly maintained premises.
Premises Liability
In addition to slip and fall accidents, our personal injury law firm also handles premises liability cases involving injuries occurring on someone else’s property. This can include injuries from dog bites, inadequate security, or unsafe conditions.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice cases involve injuries or harm caused by negligence by healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, surgeons, or hospitals. These cases may include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, or failure to provide appropriate medical care.
Product Liability
Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp has successfully litigated product liability cases in which injuries result from defective or dangerous products. These can include defective automobiles, medications, or other dangerous products.
Wrongful Death
Wrongful death claims arise when a person’s death is caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions. Our personal injury attorneys can help surviving family members seek compensation for their loss, including funeral expenses and loss of financial support.
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Cases involving nursing home abuse and neglect can be complex, but our personal injury attorneys have extensive experience advocating for the rights of elderly residents who have suffered physical, emotional, or financial harm in care facilities.
Boating and Maritime Accidents
For individuals injured in accidents on the water, our firm can handle cases involving boating and maritime accidents. This may include collisions, drowning incidents, or injuries caused by negligence on watercraft.
Call Our Personal Injury Law Firm for Legal Assistance
If you have been injured in an accident caused by another party, make sure you have a skilled Outer Banks personal injury attorney advocating for you. Contact Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp to schedule a free consultation. We will evaluate your case and determine what your legal options may be. Our legal team has successfully represented many accident victims, like the $930,000 insurance settlement our firm obtained for one client who suffered multiple injuries when another driver failed to yield at an intersection and attempted to take a left turn.