Pedestrian accidents can be some of the most dangerous traffic accidents that can occur. Pedestrians are at more of a risk than other motorists for serious injuries because of the lack of protection that is given to those in motor vehicles. Because of this, pedestrian…
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced that various TJX Companies sold at least 19 different products that had previously been recalled because of safety issues. Recalls for these products had taken place between 2014 through 2019. Countless numbers of consumers purchased the…
It’s that time of year where children all over the country have sent their list to Santa and are now “patiently” waiting for Christmas Eve to arrive and find out if they were on Santa’s naughty or nice list. For parents, this often means searching…
Over the last several decades, advancements in science and human behavior have created entirely new standards for the way we look at mental health. Emotional and behavioral issues that were once ignored or written off have become increasingly recognized as legitimate medical concerns, often treatable…
It has probably happened to you. You are driving behind another vehicle that seems to be operating rather erratically. The car keeps speeding up, slowing down, or drifting to either side of the travel lane. When you finally are able to get safely get around…
It’s that time of year and many of us are busy making holiday plans. Amidst all the planning, we encourage you to make safety a primary concern. Accidents resulting in potentially serious personal injuries are common over the holiday season but taking a few simple…
As wrongful death attorneys in Virginia, my law firm colleagues and I often find it necessary to answer tough questions from potential clients. One of the toughest situations involves advising grieving family members who think they might have a medical malpractice claim on whether to…
With the arrival of Thanksgiving and Black Friday this week, the official start of the holiday shopping season kicks off. December is the busiest shopping month of the year. Parking lots are historically dangerous places for shoppers, but during the holiday season, the risks of…
According to statistics compiled and released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were more pedestrians and bicyclists killed last year than in any other year since 1990. In fact, on average, there were 17 pedestrians and two bicyclists killed every day in vehicle…
One of the most common injuries that victims suffer in accidents is a brain injury. This is especially common in vehicle accidents and slip and falls. What makes these injuries even more serious is that the brain is so integral in body functions. It is…