Virginia law grants family members a right to seek compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit after a loved one dies. However, there are certain critical mistakes which families should avoid if they want to sustain a claim and achieve a measure of justice. Some mistakes can be cleaned up if you hire an attorney quickly...
Read MoreAnytime you are thinking about filing a personal injury lawsuit in Virginia, you need to be mindful of the statute of limitations. This is the deadline imposed by state law for filing a lawsuit. You do not actually have to try or complete your case within the limitations period–indeed, that would be impossible in most...
Read MoreA wrongful death lawsuit allows the surviving family members of a person killed by the negligent or intentional act of another to seek financial compensation for their loss. Virginia wrongful death cases often involve medical malpractice, where the negligent acts or omissions of a doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider are the direct cause of...
Read MoreBurn injuries range from mild to catastrophic and happen in a variety of accidents. Nonetheless, most people who suffer a serious burn injury deal with difficult physical and psychological injuries. They can lose a limb or part of a limb. They might also suffer from disfiguring scars which impair their ability to socialize in public...
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Jackknife and rollovers are two of the most common tractor-trailer accidents. They can cause very serious injuries, forcing accident victims to miss months of work and leaving some with permanent disabilities. What causes these accidents and how are they different? Our Winchester truck accident lawyer provides an overview of each. Jackknife Accidents Tractor-trailers have two parts: a...
Read MoreMotorcycles remain popular in Virginia and surrounding states. However, any biker involved in a crash has unique needs that only an experienced Winchester motorcycle accident attorney can properly meet. At Correll Law Firm, we have negotiated many settlements. We know how motorcyclists suffer terrible injuries—usually much more serious than those suffered by car passengers. We...
Read MoreOne misconception following a motorcycle accident is that insurers are eager to pay out compensation. Nothing could be further from the truth. Virginia insurance companies have grown so large because they aggressively scrutinize and deny claims. If you were injured riding a motorcycle, you should call Correll Law Firm. Our Winchester motorcycle accident lawyer can handle your...
Read MoreAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 118 workers were killed in Virginia workplace accidents in 2020. The construction and transportation industries led the way with the most fatalities, which isn’t that surprising. Hauling long distances and working at a great height is more dangerous than sitting at a desk. But any accident, regardless of how...
Read MoreThe purpose of a wrongful death lawsuit is to obtain compensation from the person responsible for your loved one’s death. But how much can you receive? Virginia’s law is complex, and you should reach out to Correll Law Firm for more information. We have the experience you need to fully analyze a claim, including possible...
Read MoreAt Correll Law Firm, we have assisted many motorcyclists injured in accidents. Our Winchester motorcycle accident attorney has helped those suffering from back injuries, concussions, and fractures, as well as lacerations or burns. By far, facial injuries are some of the worst injuries you can suffer. Not only do facial injuries cause pain, they can...
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