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 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...
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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 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 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 MoreLosing a loved one is tragic under any circumstances, but the devastation is even more extreme when someone close to you dies in an accident. Unfortunately, statistics from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveal that unintentional fatalities are common. Every year, around 201,000 people are killed in accidents, putting these incidents...
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