Passengers, even those who may have caused a distraction, are rarely considered at fault for car accidents. This is because they were not in control of the vehicle when the incident occurred. An injured passenger may, however, be able to hold one or both drivers liable for damages. All drivers have a responsibility to their…
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a psychiatric disorder that can develop in people who have lived through or witnessed a traumatic event such as a major car accident. If you have been diagnosed with PTSD after a car accident, you might be wondering whether or not you can file a claim for damages. Although car accident…
After being injured due to someone else’s negligence, victims often want to know how long it will be before they receive financial compensation for their injuries and other damages. It is important to reach out to an experienced Virginia Beach personal injury attorney from Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp as quickly as possible to discuss your…
After being injured in an accident, it won’t be long before you are contacted by a representative of the insurance company. Unfortunately, the insurance adjuster who reaches out to you is not doing so with your best interests in mind. It is, obviously, their job to protect their employer’s interests by making every effort to…
Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp is excited to announce that Virginia Beach personal injury lawyer Rick Shapiro has authored The Legal Examiner national news Top 10 2023 Civil Justice Stories. Shapiro has been writing the annual top 10 list every year for the past 11 years: Top 10 Civil Justice Stories of 2023: Part I Top…