Car accidents can cause many severe injuries. Among the most serious and potentially life-altering consequences of a car crash is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). The sudden deceleration, impact forces, and potential for head strikes against vehicle interiors create a perfect storm for brain trauma. Even seemingly minor fender-benders can result in a TBI, making...
Read MoreCar accidents can be terrifying experiences that leave you shaken, confused, and potentially injured. In the aftermath of a crash, your health should be your top priority. But how do you know if you’re really okay? This is where medical imaging comes in, and choosing the right type of scan can make all the difference...
Read MoreMotorcyclists 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...
Read MoreBecause 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...
Read MoreAccidents 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...
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 MoreAfter 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 …
Read MoreAfter 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...
Read MoreAccording 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
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,...
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