Absolutely. In 2019, insurance companies earned more than $1.3 trillion in premium payments alone. These companies use highly-experienced insurance defense professionals to protect their profits. Attempting a successful car...
Can I Sue a Doctor for Emotional Distress?
June 11, 2021
If the doctor was legally negligent, then yes, you can sue the doctor for emotional distress. This compensation is available as part of the damages in a malpractice case. An unfavorable result, in and of itself, is not...
As the loved one of a prospective nursing home resident, making sure you find the best possible facility is of utmost importance. But what does the “best possible” facility look like? It’s easy to consider the obvious...
Yes, at least in most cases. However, in Virginia, a crosswalk injury lawsuit is much more complex than it is in most other states. As outlined below, the answer often depends on the color of the light at the crosswalk....
Medical professionals have a responsibility to adhere to the standards and regulations of their practice. When they do not adequately do so, they may be sought for damages due to medical malpractice. Unnecessary or otherwise
In most cases, even if you were partially at fault for a work-related accident, or even entirely at fault, significant workers’ compensation benefits in Virginia are available. These benefits, which vary in different cases,
Legally, insurance companies must provide this information if your medical bills exceed $12,500. That figure is half of Virginia’s $25,000 minimum insurance requirement. Therefore, lawmakers reasoned in 2008, if the...
In many states, the scope of employment includes any act which benefits the employer in any way. Typically, workers’ compensation covers injuries sustained in company softball games. The game itself is clearly not...
There is no federal law that governs job injury compensation. So, there are always some subtle differences from state to state. One big difference is that Virginia workers’ compensation does not include the situs...
Legally, nothing prevents you from taking legal action in a spouse-involved car accident. There is no relevant spousal immunity provision in Virginia. However, there are some obvious emotional issues to consider in these...