Loss of consortium is a legal claim for the loss of a loved one’s relationship after a personal injury or wrongful death. Loss of consortium claims seek monetary damages when an injured party can no longer provide affection, comfort, companionship, or a sexual relationship. You may qualify for loss of consortium benefits in a personal […]
Causation is often the hardest element in medical malpractice to prove. Establishing causation requires showing that a healthcare provider’s mistake directly caused a patient’s injury. Medical records, expert testimony, and scientific studies are often necessary to prove this link. Defense lawyers often argue that underlying conditions or other factors caused the injury or that it […]
Following too closely behind another vehicle, or tailgating is one of the most common causes of car accidents in Virginia and across the country. Rear-end accidents often lead to serious injuries, including whiplash, even when they occur at a slow speed. For this reason, drivers should always keep a safe distance between their cars and […]
DC car accident lawyer costs vary, but most lawyers work on contingency and only take a percentage of the compensation they secure for their clients. The percentage depends on the case’s complexity, whether it settles out of court or goes to trial, and whether the claim is against the DC government. For a more precise […]
Survival actions in Washington DC are personal injury lawsuits that survive someone’s death. These claims let the deceased’s estate seek compensation for the deceased’s losses from the time of injury until their death. You can file a survival action and wrongful death claim simultaneously. If someone in your family died due to someone else’s negligent […]
In a personal injury case based on negligence, a victim must establish the four elements of negligence to receive compensation for their injuries. These elements are duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. A personal injury attorney can explain your options for pursuing compensation. What Are the Four Elements of Negligence in a […]
Certain areas around a large truck, or tractor-trailer, pose heightened risks for automobile drivers. Traffic safety experts call them a truck’s “no zone” areas, or blind spots. Typically, truck drivers cannot see passenger vehicles or others in these areas surrounding their rig. If you drive into a truck’s no zone and outside of the truck […]
On January 3, 2025, the Henrico County Police announced they had arrested a 26-year-old nurse from Chesterfield County as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of physical abuse in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital. The nurse, Erin Elizabeth Ann Strotman, was taken into custody on charges of felony child […]
Police recently arrested several employees at the Colonial Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in an ongoing investigation into alleged nursing home abuse and neglect at the short-term and long-term care facility. In December 2024, the Colonial Heights Police Department (CHPD) obtained warrants to arrest 18 facility employees, including an administrator and nurse, CBS 6 (WTVR-TV) […]
In a Washington DC auto accident, if the injured party shares any fault for the crash, the contributory negligence law prevents them from getting compensation. However, DC law allows vulnerable road users, including bicyclists, to seek compensation if they’re less than 51 percent to blame. Bicycling in Washington DC offers a convenient, eco-friendly way to […]
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