It seems so intuitively obvious. A low-speed crash that does little or no damage to the vehicle should allow the occupants of the vehicle to walk away unscathed. Physics, and extensive research going back decades, proves otherwise. To cite just one review of medical records,…
Car accidents can cause thousands of dollars’ worth of physical damage. An accident can result in serious personal injuries, leading to medical expenses and ongoing treatments. Not surprisingly, the shock and devastation caused by an accident can also lead to emotional trauma. Survivors of a…
Many people rely on public transportation as their way to get around – to school, work, shopping, etc. Commuters who do ride buses often do so because it is convenient, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective way to travel. They also might assume that taking public transportation…
Many people may be shocked to learn that medical errors are now considered the third leading cause of death each year in the United States. An eight-year study conducted by John Hopkins University concluded that more than 250,000 deaths every year are the result of…
Having spent decades advising and representing railroad employees who suffered injuries on the job, I know that accidents rarely just happen. Safety problems usually build up over time. Inspections go undone. Repairs go unmade. Then, suddenly, an engineer, conductor, brakeman, trackman, mechanic or other worker…
One of the biggest milestones for a teen is the day they get their driver’s license. A license represents another step that much closer to becoming an adult and gives them the freedom to go places without relying on their parents. But it is critical…
A premises liability lawsuit recently filed in Texas against Hyatt Corp is a good example of how business owners can be held liable when they are negligent in keeping visitors to their property safe. The victim’s real name may not be familiar to readers –…
When an accident victim suffers catastrophic injuries, it usually means that the injuries are so severe that the victim is left with long-term or permanent damage. While it may not be an injury that many people think about, hearing loss is a very real and…
Most of us realize just how tragic motorcycle crashes can be, even in cases where the victim survives. Motorcycle accident injuries are often catastrophic in nature, with long-term, if not permanent, health issues and extended recovery periods. The medical expenses, loss of income, and other…
Electric scooters – also referred to as E-scooters – have been gaining in popularity across the country and here in Virginia. Right here in Norfolk, residents and visitors can take advantage of the LIME program, which offers the opportunity to rent an electric scooter at…