Virginia Personal Injury Archives - Page 30 of 730 - Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp

In Which Direction Should Bicyclists and Pedestrians Ride or Walk on Virginia Highways?

Being a Virginia personal injury attorney and having handled numerous bicycle and pedestrian injury cases, I find it amazing how many Virginia pedestrians walking along residential roads near my home, are not aware that they are violating the law when they walk with traffic. I’ve actually dismounted my bike and kindly explained to some of…

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Hampton, VA – Keith Hoban Dead, Passenger Injured in Rollover Accident on Micale Ave

At about 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 6th, officers from the Hampton Police Division were called to the scene of a fatal rollover accident in the area of Micale Avenue and Hampton Roads Center Parkway. Upon their arrival, officers discovered that a Ford pick-up truck have overturned and left the roadway.  How do vehicle rollover…

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Who is Responsible for My Virginia Pothole Accident?

Whether you have a long daily commute or only drive on weekends, safe roadway conditions are critical to your safety behind the wheel. Unfortunately, Virginia roadway conditions are often hazardous due to inclement weather or insufficient maintenance, cracked asphalt can cause huge potholes to form and increase the chances of a serious car accident. Who…

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Does My Employer Have to Address Doctor-Recommended Job Limitations/Accommodations Related to My Personal Injury? 

Virginia is an “at will” employment state and wrongful termination and/or retaliation lawsuits against an employer are difficult to advance. The best way to handle this situation is to make a lost wage claim and/or loss of earning capacity claim in connection with your personal injury claim. Can my employer fire me for requesting accommodations…

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