As the weather warms up, commuters should begin to see more work zones on Virginia’s roads. Construction is ongoing in the summer months, with many roads torn up, paved over, or widened. Unfortunately, work zone accidents are a serious problem, and large numbers of people around the country are injured. These accidents have some predictable...
Read MoreDistracted driving is a prime cause of car accidents nationally. The Centers for Disease Control report that 424,000 people were injured in distracted driving accidents in 2019. Victims include passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians. Like other states, Virginia has tried to reduce distracted driving by criminalizing the use of a cell phone while a vehicle...
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 MoreThe neck is so central to everyday living that many people are permanently confined to bed when they suffer a serious neck injury. At Correll Law Firm, our Winchester personal injury lawyer is committed to helping anyone hurt in an accident obtain compensation. Neck injuries not only cause pain, but they can completely immobilize you...
Read MoreThe 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...
Read MoreIn 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,...
Read MoreThe moments following a car crash are critical for securing maximum compensation for your injuries. This might sound ridiculous, but it’s true. Although you might be struggling in the moments following a crash to make sense of what happened, you could easily make some mistake that undermines your case. To ensure you set yourself up...
Read MoreDid you know that sprains and strains may actually be permanent injuries that you should be compensated for? Don’t let the insurance companies undervalue your claim.
Read MoreSpinal injuries. Fractures. All are but a few of permanent types of auto accident injuries.
Read MoreA simple car accident can cause head injuries - such as TBI - and be devestating. But did you know about these?
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