In an increasingly motorized world, pedestrians face a considerable risk of getting hit by a car. The consequences can be severe, often resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. As a pedestrian, it is essential to understand the steps you can take to protect...
Injuries
How much does an unexpected death cost?
No matter how it happens, wrongful death is a devastating outcome of any accident. When you get the call that a loved one has unexpectedly died, your whole world turns upside down. Unfortunately, the needs and costs around a wrongful death demand a lot of attention in...
Crucial information about crush injuries
Crush injuries are among the most serious injuries that a person could potentially suffer from. Unfortunately, they can happen to anyone. Thus, it is important to understand as much as possible about crush injuries in order to get the best care. How crush injuries...
What damage can head injuries cause?
After suffering from a head injury, it is not uncommon for brain injuries to follow. Of course, many brain injuries have the ability to cause quite a lot of harm. It is important to know the potential red flags and symptoms that may result from these injuries to get...
How serious does a defective product injury need to be to file a claim?
Companies maintain some responsibility over the way a product impacts the consumer’s life even after the product has left their possession. Potentially, a malfunctioning product could cause a devastating personal injury and forever impact an individual’s life....
Opioids and how they connect to brain injuries
The opioid crisis has been sweeping the nation for decades. When people think of the crisis, they may not think of brain injuries and how opioids can cause long-term damage not just to the body, but also to the brain. According to the Brain Injury Association of...
Determining liability in defective product cases
Consumer products should be safe to use in their intended manner. If you use a product that causes you injury, it may be defective. Understanding the nature of the product defect can help you determine if there is a liability concern. There are a few different...
Winter weather driving tips
The winter months are approaching quickly. Winter weather in Virginia includes many harsh conditions that create extra hazards on the road. Whether you are a new driver, new to winter weather driving or have been driving in harsh weather conditions for years, there...
Can bruised breast tissue lead to breast cancer?
Every time you drive your car, truck or SUV, you should properly buckle your seat belt. After all, seat belts are some of any vehicle's most effective safety features. Indeed, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, just by using your seat belt, you...
What determines pain and suffering damages?
If you experience an injury due to an accident someone else causes, you can expect to receive damages covering your calculable expenses, including medical treatment and lost wages. However, damages for non-economic losses are not as easy to determine. These are the...