How Prevalent Are Drunk Driving Accidents During the Halloween Season? Although Halloween is a holiday often associated with children and costumes and trick or treating, there are also a great many adults who still enjoy dressing up and going to Halloween parties and events. Costume parties, witch balls, and private house parties are held across…
Who Is Liable for Accidents and Injuries at Halloween Events? The Hampton Roads area has numerous haunted houses and Halloween events that draw in both children and adults seeking thrills and chills. While these experiences are designed to induce fear and excitement, safety should always be a top priority. Understanding liability for injuries in haunted…
Two men were killed on Wednesday, October 11th when a dump truck and a pick-up truck collided at an intersection in Hampton. The accident took place at about 3:40 p.m. near the intersection of Aberdeen Road and West Pembroke Avenue. The two occupants of the pick-up truck died at the scene. They have been identified…
The personal injury law firm of Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp is proud to announce that Richard N. (Rick) Shapiro has been selected as a recipient of the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) 2023 President’s Award. Although many nominations were submitted from across the country, Rick was just one of eight attorneys chosen by the…
Although every personal injury case is unique, almost all of them are resolved through either a jury verdict or a settlement. While both of these act as conclusions to personal injury cases, there are many differences between them. What are the pros and cons of accepting a settlement? If you were injured in an accident…