Motorcyclists face many challenges out on the road, including dangerous drivers and massive potholes. Unfortunately, certain widespread myths are also a danger to our motorcycle clients. Based on inaccurate information they hear online, some people make poor decisions when riding their bike. Others make simple mistakes which harm their ability to receive compensation following a …
Because trailers are elevated off the ground, enough space exists for a car to slide under and get stuck there. This is an underride accident—and it is very dangerous. Many people suffer horrifying facial and head injuries in these wrecks because the edge of the trailer peels back the hood on a smaller vehicle, exposing …
Accidents often leave our clients with crippling pain. Fractures, concussions, and whiplash make it difficult for people to get up in the morning and go into work. Consequently, they can lose thousands of dollars for even minor injuries. And serious injuries could prevent someone from returning to work for years—possibly forever. If you were hurt …
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The escalating cost of medical care will take a bite out of any car accident victim’s finances. At Correll Law Firm, we have helped many people who suffered serious injuries in car accidents. They often realize quite suddenly that they can’t pay for all the care they need. In fact, some begin flirting with filing …
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After an accident, victims and their families usually feel incredible financial stress. Suddenly, you have mammoth medical bills, and other out-of-pocket expenses can strain your budget. Many accident victims are in too much pain to go back to work, so they are unable to bring home any money to contribute to their family’s bills. You …
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According to one report, over 10% of Virginia motorists lack insurance. That number is unsurprising. Virginia is one of the few states that lets motorists avoid having insurance when they register their vehicles. Instead, motorists can pay a measly $500 uninsured motorist fee and be good to go. Talk about creating an incentive for drivers …
In many ways, truck and car accidents are very similar. Anyone involved in a wreck can suffer serious, often life-threatening injuries. For example, rear end collisions can lead to whiplash, concussions, and back injuries. The law in Virginia is also similar when it comes to seeking compensation. If you can show the driver was negligent—meaning, …
Wrongful death claims are a special type of lawsuit, and many of our clients find them confusing. They often ask, “Why isn’t the prosecutor filing this case?” It’s a good question. We naturally associate death with homicide, which is a crime in Virginia. However, under Virginia law, the estate’s personal representative files a wrongful death …
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Brain damage is caused by an injury to the brain. The brain can be injured by direct trauma or in some cases by different diseases. Traumatic brain injury can be caused by a number of different mechanisms, and car accidents are one of the leading causes. It is a very common injury that affects millions …
The number of people injured in car accidents increases every year. The outcome of such injuries depends a lot on the type of personal injuries and type of car accident. If you are in a car, then you will probably be less severely injured than a pedestrian hit by the same car. In the USA …
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Spine injuries after car accidents occur frequently. The most common car accident injuries result from a direct blow to the spine and acceleration-deceleration. Some of these are less severe, don’t cause major issues, and leave no lasting consequences. On the other hand, there are spinal injuries that can cause severe lifelong issues and even death. …
The spine is one of the most commonly injured body parts in a car accident. The range of severity of injury varies widely from minor strains to major life-threatening injuries and even death. The severity mostly depends on the type of car accident, the severity of impact, the patient’s position in the car, and whether …
Peripheral nerve injury is very common in car accidents. The severity of injuries can vary from only a mild stretch to complete disruption of the nerve. If you have been involved in an auto accident that has caused nerve pain, numbness, or nerve damage, a personal injury attorney can help you understand the accident law …
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Radiculopathy is a medical term that describes symptoms caused by pressure on the nerve root. (1) It is not that uncommon, and it can be caused by a car accident. If you have been involved in an auto accident that has caused radiculopathy, a personal injury attorney can help you understand the accident law that …
If you ever have a car accident, it is most likely that you will be examined by different medical professionals. There are many medical specialties, and each of them treats different health issues. Each will have a specific role in the diagnosis and treatment process after your accident. This will depend on the type of …
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