If a healthcare provider has injured you or your loved one, whether it was through failing to diagnose a disease, birth injuries or surgical errors, you could file a medical malpractice lawsuit. Unfortunately, errors in the healthcare industry are not uncommon. According to the Journal of Patient Safety,...
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What are the Consequences of Drowsy Driving?
Unfortunately, each year, drowsy drivers cause over 100,000 vehicle accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Due to inconsistent reporting practices by states, NHTSA estimates that drowsy driving may play a role in 1,550 deaths each year, although many safety advocates say this number is probably low. Frighteningly, the National Sleep Foundation has...
Read MoreTakata Airbag Recall: Has a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Been Filed?
Were you injured by a defective Takata airbag? Do you have concerns that a defective airbag may have played a role in your loved one’s death? Updating a blog post we brought you recently, the family of a Florida woman who was...
Read MoreHas There Been a Graco Stroller Recall?
If you own a Graco stroller, you should be aware that the company recently recalled more than 4.7 million models after amputations were reported due to defects. According to CNN, the company recalled the models after it received reports of “10 full or partial fingertip amputations and one laceration.” The models reportedly have hinges on...
Read MoreDangerous Dietary Supplements Still Sold Despite FDA Recall Efforts
Unfortunately, each year, many people are injured or killed by taking defective dietary supplements in the United States. Recently, Reuters had a shocking story about how many recalled dietary supplements are still available for purchase online and in stores. According to the news source, even after a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recall takes place,...
Read MoreHow Does Contributory Negligence Affect Bicycle and Pedestrian Accident Victims?
As we have reported in our newsletters, Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland all have contributory negligence laws that make it difficult for accident victims to recover damages. These laws prevent injured persons from holding another person liable if the injured person slightly contributed to an accident. For example, persons involved in a
Read MorePedestrian Accidents
Mr. Johnson has handled numerous pedestrian accidents throughout his career including cases involving serious traumatic brain injury as well as orthopedic and neurological injuries. In December of 2016, Roger Johnson and his associate Kasey Murray settled a case for $9,325,000.00 where a pedestrian sustained life-changing crush injuries and is now disabled as a result...
Read MoreThanksgiving: How Can I Avoid Premises Liability and Food Poisoning Issues?
Are you hosting a Thanksgiving party this week? Make sure that you take precautions to avoid food poisoning and have sober rides available to guests. Remember, you can be held liable if a guest falls ill due to something you serve. Additionally, if someone leaves your party intoxicated, and injures or kills someone in a...
Read MoreWorkplace Accidents: How Can an Attorney Help Me with Compensation?
Unfortunately, each year thousands of people are injured and/or killed in workplace accidents. These accidents can occur because of issues like violence, fires and explosions, transportation mishaps and slip and falls. Sadly, in 2013, 4,405 workers were killed on the job, according to the United States Department of Labor. Regrettably, on October 25, a transportation worker...
Read MoreHow Do You Appeal a Case?
Washington, D.C. Appellate Attorneys Explain What Happens After Trial Parties in civil cases can appeal a decision made by a judicial court or administrative court if the judge or jury made a legal error. Our country has a number of federal and state courts specifically set up for
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