As the summer vacation season approaches, thoughts turn to time with family and friends and the beach, lake, and/or mountains. Unfortunately, vacations are sometimes marred by injuries suffered in vacation rental cottages. In light of the huge number of people who enjoy vacations in the Outer Banks region, injuries due to maintenance deficiencies in cottages are…
In all parts of Virginia, Amazon delivers packages daily using independent contract delivery drivers. These drivers are directly employed by delivery companies set up all over the United States, having been created under the watchful eye of Amazon in accordance with many mandatory protocols again set by Amazon. When these drivers are in a collision,…
In the United States, consumers are protected from dangerous and defective products by a combination of governmental agencies, legal frameworks, industry standards, consumer advocacy organizations, and public awareness initiatives. This multi-faceted approach is designed to identify, address, and prevent hazards associated with consumer goods, ensuring the safety and well-being of the American public. At the…
You’re likely reading this right now because either you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident and you’re looking for help pursuing legal action against the person responsible. At Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp, our Virginia Beach motorcycle accident lawyers have successfully represented many victims who suffered serious physical and financial losses…
Although about 95% of car accident claims in the United States are settled without the need to go to court, in cases where the insurance company refuses to make a fair settlement offer, your Hampton personal injury attorney will have to take your case to trial. When this happens, they can help you secure both…