Since 1985, the lawyers with Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp have dedicated their practice to helping people in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and surrounding areas with personal injury cases involving dangerous products, transportation accidents, and more.
Rush hour can wear down even a seasoned driver. Congested roads, impatient motorists, and unpredictable delays all raise the odds of a crash, and in Hampton Roads the bridge-tunnels
A driver can have both hands on the wheel and eyes on the road yet still be dangerously distracted. Daydreaming can delay reactions, cause drivers to miss obvious hazards, and contribute to serious crashes that can be difficult to investigate.
People tend to underestimate slip and fall accidents until they happen to them or someone they love. The reality is sobering. A fact sheet from the National Floor Safety Institute
Hitting the accelerator instead of the brake can turn an ordinary stop into a serious crash. When pedal error causes injuries, determining why it happened can reveal who may be held responsible.
Serious injuries can create medical bills, lost income, and other costs that continue for years. Future damages can account for the long-term financial and personal impact of an injury.
Workers' compensation may not be the only source of recovery after a serious electrical injury on the job. Learn when contractors, equipment manufacturers, property owners, or utilities may also be responsible.
Virginia law recognizes that a family's loss extends far beyond funeral costs and lost income. Learn who can pursue a wrongful death claim, which damages may be recovered, and the two-year deadline families need to know.
Not every Virginia personal injury lawsuit requires lengthy and expensive litigation. For claims of $50,000 or less, general district court can offer a faster path with fewer procedures and lower costs.
Railroad employees have different rights than most injured workers. Learn how FELA claims work, what railroad negligence can include, which injuries and occupational diseases are covered, and how long workers have to file.
Health insurance reimbursement can significantly affect a personal injury recovery. Understanding ERISA, subrogation, and your plan's reimbursement provisions can help determine what an insurer is entitled to collect.
Electronic logging data can reveal how long a commercial driver was behind the wheel before a serious crash. Learn how federal driving limits, required rest periods, and trucking company records can help establish negligence.
