Since 1985, the lawyers affiliated with Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp have dedicated their practice to helping people when they need it most. Our clients are usually down and out after an accident, struggling financially, physically, and emotionally.
Eighteen-year-old John Snowden III lost his life on I-264 while trying to walk from one side of the interstate to the other. The crash occurred near the Norfolk side of the Downtown Tunnel just…
Family members of a mentally disabled woman have received a $150,000 settlement from the Portsmouth, Virginia (VA), group home and assisted living facility at which they alleged the staff abused and…
It had been a festive night, a night for two friends to remember fondly. But because of a drunken driver, it became a nightmare that the young woman will never forget, that the young man did not…
Diabetes is a serious disease that negatively impacts countless people on a daily basis. In fact, according to the CDC, there are nearly 24 million people suffering from diabetes in the United…
8.6 Million Verdict Awarded in Wrongful Death Suit Exposure to asbestos, diesel fumes and radiation can be a recipe for disaster. A former railroad worker found that out the hard way, ultimately…
Dog Bites Are a Serious Problem There is the old saying, “A dog is a man’s best friend.” Countless men and women nationwide find their dog to be a faithful and loving companion…
Massive Vehicle Crash Crashes involving two vehicles happen frequently. Crashes involving six vehicles however, are much less common. Norfolk Police are investigating a six-vehicle crash that…
Bedbug Infestation Problem The old saying, “Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite,” is becoming an unsettling reality. Bedbug sightings are on the rise nationwide…
On October 20, Graco Children’s Products, Inc. announced a recall of approximately 2 million Graco strollers, including the Graco Quattro Tour and Metrolite models. The products were recalled…
Study Reveals That Secondhand Smoke Can Cause Hearing Loss You can add another danger to the list of risks associated with secondhand smoking. It is well-documented that secondhand smoke…
Many people desire straight hair. The Brazilian blowout, a popular hair treatment, was supposed to be the perfect answer for those seeking to straighten their curls. However, things haven’t…
Many Need Revision Surgery Getting a hip replacement once is bad enough for most people. What could be worse? Hundreds of patients with ASR hip replacements, constructed by the DePuy Orthopaedics…
