Virginia is one of the few remaining states that still uses contributory negligence in their personal injury and tort cases. To understand contributory negligence, it may be helpful to examine what negligence actually is and how Read More
Virginia Slip and Fall Accidents on Stairs
In the great non-blizzard of 1989, two young brothers found their sledding attempts to be failing due to a lack of snow. Evening news forecasters raised their hopes day after day, only to keep finding brittle yellow-green grass still Read More
Slip and Fall Accidents Occurring in Homes in Virginia
Slip and fall accident claims occur when one is injured on another person's premises. Should you trip over debris or slip on ice, you might want to consider talking to a legal professional who has experience proving fault in accidents Read More
Understanding “Statute of Limitations” For Slip and Fall Lawsuits
Every state places their own deadline on the right to file a lawsuit after a slip and fall accident. For example, it could be a few years or even 10 years. Anyone injured in a slip and fall accident on a commercial property may be able to Read More
The ‘Duty of Care’, Negligence, and Fault for an Accident
When an accident results in an injury, an individual may be held liable if their careless actions were directly responsible for the accident. An individual can be held responsible for many types of accidents if they acted in a reckless Read More
Is Filing A Slip and Fall Lawsuit Always A Good Idea?
Injuries due to slip and fall accidents caused by the negligence of another party are a common occurrence. However, considering the time and money required, filing a lawsuit may not be a prudent choice. Besides the expense and time Read More
Homeowners Insurance for Accidents Off of Your Property
Your homeowner's insurance will cover you if fire or wind causes damage to your home, as you may already understand. Basic homeowner's policies will also provide protection for your entire family if you or another family member damages Read More
Filing a Slip and Fall Lawsuit in Virginia
The following is an article discussing Virginia's laws on slip and fall accidents. The article will also discuss the time frame for filing a claim for injuries that resulted from the slip and fall. What is the time frame for filing a slip Read More
Comparative Negligence in Slip and Fall Cases in Virginia
What will happen if it is discovered that the plaintiff in a slip and fall case shares in the responsibility of the accident and injury? If you have a slip and fall injury occur on someone else’s property, can the property owner avoid Read More
Tips To Settle a Slip and Fall Claim
It’s a fact that most civil lawsuits that are filed within the U.S. never make it to trial. Most civil lawsuits are settled outside of court because trials can be very unpredictable risky. A lawsuit involving a slip and fall claim is not Read More
