Distracted 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 MoreIf you spend any amount of time driving on I-81, then you have undoubtedly seen a significant number of large commercial trucks hauling cargo. Such trucks are essential to the functioning of our economy. Yet we often fail to stop and consider the long hours that truck drivers work, and how overwork can lead to...
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...
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...
Read MoreAt Correll Law Firm, our Winchester car accident lawyer relies on different pieces of evidence when negotiating a settlement. For example, physical evidence like dents in the vehicles help show how they collided, while dash cam or other video footage can help us visualize the wreck. Witness statements are also critical pieces of evidence. Our...
Read MoreTruckers haul for long hours, often with very little human interaction. They can be away from home for weeks as they travel some of the most isolated roads in the country. Unsurprisingly, many turn to drugs or alcohol to pass the time. Hauling while high or intoxicated is illegal. It also is a form of...
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