Wrongful death claims are a special type of lawsuit, and many of our clients find them confusing. They often ask, “Why isn’t the prosecutor filing this case?” It’s a good question. We naturally associate death with homicide, which is a crime in Virginia. However, under Virginia law, the estate’s personal representative files a wrongful death...
Read MoreSigns and Symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury Brain damage is caused by an injury to the brain. The brain can be injured by direct trauma or in some cases by different diseases. Traumatic brain injury can be caused by a number of different mechanisms, and car accidents are one of the leading causes. It is...
Read MoreWhat to Do After Being Hit by a Car as a Pedestrian The number of people injured in car accidents increases every year. The outcome of such injuries depends a lot on the type of personal injuries and type of car accident. If you are in a car, then you will probably be less severely...
Read MoreSpine Injuries Caused by Car Accidents Spine injuries after car accidents occur frequently. The most common car accident injuries result from a direct blow to the spine and acceleration-deceleration. Some of these are less severe, don’t cause major issues, and leave no lasting consequences. On the other hand, there are spinal injuries that can cause...
Read MoreSpine Surgeries After a Serious Car Accident The spine is one of the most commonly injured body parts in a car accident. The range of severity of injury varies widely from minor strains to major life-threatening injuries and even death. The severity mostly depends on the type of car accident, the severity of impact, the...
Read MoreWhy Numbness or Tingling After a Car Accident Is Serious Peripheral nerve injury is very common in car accidents. The severity of injuries can vary from only a mild stretch to complete disruption of the nerve. If you have been involved in an auto accident that has caused nerve pain, numbness, or nerve damage, a...
Read MoreWhat Is Radiculopathy After a Car Accident? Radiculopathy is a medical term that describes symptoms caused by pressure on the nerve root. (1) It is not that uncommon, and it can be caused by a car accident. If you have been involved in an auto accident that has caused radiculopathy, a personal injury attorney can...
Read MoreOrthopedic Doctors vs. Neurologists vs. Neurosurgeons If you ever have a car accident, it is most likely that you will be examined by different medical professionals. There are many medical specialties, and each of them treats different health issues. Each will have a specific role in the diagnosis and treatment process after your accident. This...
Read MoreWhat Is Whiplash and How Is It Treated? Whiplash is one of the most common injuries resulting from a car accident. It can be defined as a neck sprain and strain caused by sudden deceleration and acceleration, which is typical of car accidents. Thousands of people suffer from whiplash in the USA every year. Many...
Read MoreMedical Specialists Who Treat Car Accident Injuries If you have suffered an injury in a car accident, it is imperative that you seek medical attention. The process of diagnosis and treatment can be overwhelming and time-consuming. You will most likely get in touch with a number of different medical specialists depending on the type and...
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