Virginia Family Sues Abortion Doctor for Wrongful Death
An abortion doctor is in prison after being charged with illegally selling prescription drugs, performing late-term abortions and making fatal surgical errors.
VA Supreme Court Case May Help Victims Injured Due to Negligence
The Supreme Court of Virginia (VA) issued a ruling in the case of Volpe vs. City of Lexington which may allow the Volpes to get a new trial on an important safety hazard issue. This case revolved around a tragic wrongful death drowning accident involving the Volpe’s son. He visited the Riverside Park owned by…
Woman Files Virginia Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Day-Old Infant Dies
A woman is suing two doctors and a hospital for wrongful death after her new baby died from a misdiagnosed bacterial infection.
Virginian-Pilot: Portsmouth Juries Have A Reputation For Sympathy When Hearing Wrongful Death Cases
A few recent court awards in Portsmouth, Virginia, have some wondering whether certain regions in the state give larger wrongful death awards than others.
Settlement Reached in Lynchburg After Man Died in Police Custody
The City of Lynchburg in Virginia, (VA), has reached a settlement in a wrongful death case brought by the family of a man who died in police custody. The family of Clarence Beard Jr. filed the $12.5 million lawsuit against seven police officers. Circuit Court Clerk Eugene Winfield told the News & Advance that the…