Trampoline accidents are more common than many people think. Data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) shows that every year, more than 100,000 people (a vast majority of whom happen to be children) are injured in trampoline accidents. If you have been injured in a trampoline accident at your neighbor’s home, you have…
Under Virginia law, a person who suffers injuries or is harmed in any other way by the actions of another person has the right to file a civil claim and seek monetary damages for the losses resulting from the accident. Among the damages that can be recovered from the at-fault party is the loss of…
Physical pain, mental trauma and emotional distress inevitably follow from bodily injuries. This is why victims of accidents caused by the negligence or recklessness of other parties have the legal right to claim compensation for pain and suffering. This right exists regardless of whether an avoidable and preventable injury resulted from a car crash, truck…
On the morning of March 13, 2021, the intersection of Victory Boulevard and California Road in Portsmouth, Virginia (VA) served as the site of a highly preventable tragedy. An innocent man lost his life and two vehicle passengers suffered serious injuries when a driver who was fleeing a police stop over outstanding warrants caused a…
Motor vehicle accidents can happen to anyone on the road. Generally, responsible drivers stop after a car crash to exchange information, notify the relevant authorities, and call for medical assistance if required. The already unfortunate incident can be frustrating if the other driver decides to flee the scene of the crash. The AAA Foundation for…