PTSD After a Car Accident: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Your Legal Rights in Virginia
Car accidents are undoubtedly very traumatic events. They often activate the ‘fight or flight’ response and can negatively affect your mental health for weeks, months, and even years afterward. Many people can overcome car accident trauma in just a few weeks after a crash. For others, sensations of fear and anger only become much worse…
Read MoreSymptoms of Nerve Damage After a Car Accident: What to Watch For
Nerve pain after a car accident is a common injury, and it can result in long-term health complications. Unlike other injuries, such as bruises and broken bones, nerve damage is not visible after a crash. Even worse, symptoms of nerve damage after a car accident are not always apparent right away. This can result in…
Read MoreWhat is Loss of Enjoyment of Life, and How is it Calculated in Virginia?
Being injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence is frustrating. In a second, your life may change. You may be left with serious injuries, incur high medical bills, and not be able to return to work now or in the future. If another person was entirely at fault for your injuries, you can…
Read MoreMichael Phelan Recognized as AV Preeminent® for 30 Years
Michael Phelan has been named AV Preeminent® for three full decades. This marks an extraordinary achievement by highlighting his consistent focus on practicing law with integrity, skill, and commitment to doing the right thing. What AV Preeminent® actually means Martindale-Hubbell offers three categories of attorney recognition: Notable, Distinguished, and AV Preeminent®. The AV Preeminent® rating…
Read MoreHow OSHA Violations Impact Your Industrial Accident Claim
In 2024, 2.488 million recordable workplace incidents were reported. These injuries ranged from mild to fatal. In the US, employers have a duty to create a safe working environment for employees. Sometimes accidents happen due to negligence, third parties, or safety violations. When an industrial accident happens, most claims are covered under workers’ compensation. However,…
Read MoreIntersection Crashes: Common Causes & Who’s at Fault
In 2024, there were 129,244 car crashes in Virginia. Many of these crashes occurred at intersections. People who suffer injuries in intersection crashes may have mild to permanent damage; these injuries can have a lasting impact on a person’s life and well-being. In some intersection crash cases, the injured parties may have a legal case…
Read MoreHow Black Ice and Weather Affect Commercial Trucks
In 2022, there were 503,000 police-reported crashes involving large trucks nationally. Severe weather conditions contribute to many trucking accidents each year. Truck drivers are in a unique position. They take up a large portion of the road, but must watch all the vehicles around them to avoid major accidents. This is especially true in adverse…
Read MoreCommon Types of Industrial Accidents and What to Do After One
In 2024, nearly 2.5 million workplace illnesses and injuries were reported by employers. While workers’ compensation insurance covers most workplace injuries, there are some instances where a personal injury lawsuit may be an option against a negligent third party. Examples might include a defective product recall that wasn’t communicated or a contractor’s negligence that created…
Read MoreVirginia May Allow Civil Class Actions in State Courts for the First Time
Virginia and Mississippi are the only two states that do not have statutes authorizing class actions in state courts. That could soon change in Virginia. Senate Bill 229 and House Bill 449 are under consideration by the General Assembly. If passed, the bills would allow civil class actions under defined conditions. The change could significantly…
Read MoreWork Zone and Construction Site Accidents on Virginia’s Highways: Proving Fault
Work zones are a familiar sight for Virginia’s commuters. Whether you get caught up in a work zone on I-95, I-64, I-81, or a local road, knowing how to navigate construction zones is a crucial part of safe driving. These areas are hot spots for accidents, thanks to confusing traffic patterns and inattentive drivers. Accidents…
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