Do Medical Malpractice Lawsuits Make Our Communities Safer?
A single mistake by a doctor or medical professional can turn a hopeful patient into a victim suffering from physical, psychological, and financial damages. If you were injured by someone’s medical malpractice, you need to understand that holding negligent doctors and hospitals accountable is crucial, not only for your own well-being, but that of the community…
Read MoreVirginia Bus Crash Kills Two and Injures Dozens
Many of us have hopped on a charter bus headed to a sporting event, casino, or amusement park. However, you may not realize that some discount bus lines value profits over their passengers’ safety. A recent charter bus crash highlights this risk. Below, the motor vehicle accident lawyers at Phelan Petty discuss a series of…
Read More4 Reasons the Insurance Company Denied Your Claim After a Car Accident
4 Common Reasons Insurance Companies Use to Deny Car Accident Claims After a traumatic car accident, victims would rather focus on their physical, emotional, and mental health than fighting for legal compensation. Most people believe they will make an insurance claim and receive the compensation they deserve within a few weeks. Unfortunately, that is not…
Read MoreChurches Continue to Trickle Out Names of Sex Abusers
I was raised in the Catholic Church and it pains me to write this article. What hurts me, even more, is that countless children endured sexual abuse while the Church did nothing. Recently, there has been an outpouring of admissions that the Catholic Church received “credible claims” of sexual abuse against thousands of priests. The…
Read MoreVirginia Catholic Dioceses Admit Sexual Abuse Victims Have Credible Evidence: What You Need to Know
Recently, two Catholic dioceses in Virginia publicly named 58 priests as having been “credibly accused” of sexually abusing children. The abuse went on for decades and involves an unknown number of innocent victims. This startling and seemingly transparent disclosure of the identity of pedophiles in the clergy has been viewed by many as an attempt…
Read MoreCan I Sue a Robot? Artificial Intelligence and Personal Injury Claims
From self-driving cars to smartwatches, we are all becoming more and more reliant on technology in our daily lives. Unfortunately, a defective “smart” device can cause catastrophic injuries. Below, the product liability team at Phelan Petty discusses the developing field of artificial intelligence (AI) liability. What Is Artificial Intelligence? Fueled by increasingly sophisticated software, chip…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Paragard IUD Injuries
What is Paragard? Paragard is a small, hormone-free IUD made of plastic wrapped in a layer of copper. Remarkably, copper is its only active ingredient in the device. Copper wires coiled around the device produce an inflammatory reaction, which is toxic to sperm and eggs (ova), preventing pregnancy. The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved this…
Read MoreExploding E-Cigarette Batteries
A recent article published in the Daily Beast focused on the uptick in e-cigarette explosion cases seen at Vanderbilt University’s Division of Trauma and Surgical Critical Care. The surgeon interviewed for the article has treated 30 people for exploding e-cigarette injuries. The injuries treated include third degree flame burns, chemical burns and damage to teeth and…
Read MoreHow Do I Sue a Doctor for Medical Malpractice?
How Do I Sue a Doctor for Medical Malpractice in Virginia? Claims against negligent doctors, providers, and medical facilities are some of the most complicated injury claims. Virginia law establishes strict rules about the timing and procedures associated with medical malpractice claims, and a single mistake can result in delays and lost compensation. In this…
Read MoreWhen Gas Lines Explode, Who Pays for Victims’ Injuries?
In September 2018, a series of violent natural gas explosions in Boston shocked the country. While the devastation caused by the Boston gas explosions stood out, gas leaks and resultant injuries happen throughout the country every year. Keep reading to learn more about the dangers of gas utility lines and find out how you can…
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