Experiencing chest pain following a car accident is not uncommon. In fact, data published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that 80% of all car accident victims experience some degree of injury to their chest or head. Chest pains are often caused by muscle strain from the force of the collision. Unfortunately, they…
In 2022, 122,434 motor vehicle accidents took place on Virginia’s roadways. The experience of being involved in a car accident is overwhelming for most people. Out of nowhere, you find yourself injured, and needing medical treatment. You also need to call your insurance company and deal with a litany of unplanned and unwelcome headaches. Keeping…
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…