What happens when a child is injured in a car crash? Is the personal injury claim handled differently than when the victim is an adult? At Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp, our North Carolina car accident attorneys can answer all of your questions regarding car accident claims and lawsuits. National Statistics According to statistics from the…
In the dry, passionless prose of most U.S. government agencies, the National Highway Traffic Safety Association reported in April 2022, “A statistical projection of traffic fatalities for 2021 shows that an estimated 42,915 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes nationwide.” Few readers, however, could remain unmoved by then reading, “This … represents the highest…
The period following a truck accident can be confusing, painful and frustrating. You probably need to take a forced break from work and focus on your recovery. On top of that, you are probably trying to understand the extent of your injuries and are unsure about filing a claim. Majority of victims cannot wait to…
Reports of a crash in Norfolk, Virginia (VA), that killed a pedestrian leave many questions unanswered. In addition to not identifying the person who lost their life, police released no information on how the crash happened. The broader issue of how the road where the crash happened could be made safer for pedestrians also comes…
A Virginia personal injury lawyer knows that the unexpected loss of a loved one can have catastrophic financial effects on a family. When that loss is the result of the negligent or reckless act of another person, the victim’s family can file a wrongful death lawsuit to pursue financial compensation for their emotional and financial…