Sadly, it is not uncommon for people to sustain injuries or the loss of a family member due to the carelessness or negligence of a doctor, surgeon, or another healthcare professional at a Virginia hospital. If you went to the hospital with good faith that they would treat your illness or injury, and instead, you…
Every personal injury case has the potential to be challenging, but when minors are involved, the chances for complications are much higher. At Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp, we have handled personal injury cases for plaintiffs of all ages. The involvement of a minor does indeed make a case more complex, but our attorneys have the…
Scaffolding accidents are often devastating, resulting in severe injuries and even deaths. In North Carolina, just like many other states, laws have been enacted that are designed to hold the responsible party accountable and ensure that victims and their families are financially compensated. Who can I sue for my North Carolina scaffolding accident injuries? If…
According to national statistics, more than 200,000 children arrive in emergency rooms each year because of injuries they sustain in playground accidents. The most common cause of injuries is falls, which are responsible for almost 45 percent of ER visits. Another 25 percent of ER visits are because of playground equipment problems. Even more alarming…
There is no doubt that smartphones and smartphone apps have made our lives much easier. We can do everything from talking, texting, emailing, shopping, taking photos and videos, engaging with others on social media, and looking up all kinds of information. Smartphones also offer a variety of ways to keep drivers safe on the road,…