For children, summer is a season of freedom, but for ER doctors and personal injury lawyers, it is often referred to as “Trauma Season.” As the final school bells ring across DC, Maryland, and Virginia, the risk of serious...
Read MorePersonal Injury
What Happens If You Miss the Statute of Limitations?
The Clock is Ticking: Understanding the Statute of Limitations in Personal Injury The statute of limitations is essentially a "countdown clock" for justice. It sets the...
Read MoreThe Hidden Vulnerability: How Physical Health and Latent Infections Can Lead to Personal Injury
When we think about personal injury, we often think about external factors: a wet floor, a distracted driver, or a faulty piece of equipment. However, an often-overlooked part of the equation is the unique vulnerability of the individual involved....
Read MoreNon-Bite Animal Injuries: Know Your Legal Rights
When people think of animal-related legal claims, the "dog bite" is almost always the first thing that comes to mind. However, animals can cause devastating, life-altering injuries without ever baring their teeth. From a cat’s aggressive scratch...
Read MoreWorking with the Wild: Your Rights After an Animal-Related Workplace Injury
For most people, a trip to the zoo or a pet shop is a weekend hobby. But for vets, animal caretakers, zookeepers, and entertainers, working with animals, especially those in cages or enclosures, is a daily professional...
Read MoreWho Can I Sue if I am Injured on Someone Else’s Property in Virginia?
Yes, you can sue the landowner if you get hurt on someone else’s property in Virginia, but you will have to prove multiple factors in order to win your case. You will also need to show that you were not responsible for your injuries. Personal injury cases in Virginia...
Read MoreWhat Is Considered Gross Negligence in a Personal Injury Case?
Not all negligence is treated the same under the law. In some DC personal injury cases, the conduct that caused an injury goes beyond carelessness and rises to the level of gross negligence. When that happens, it can significantly affect how a case is evaluated and, in some situations, the...
Read MorePersonal Injury Laws: DC vs. Virginia vs. Maryland – A Comprehensive Guide
Why Your Location Matters in a Personal Injury Case If you've been injured in an accident in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, the specific jurisdiction where your incident occurred, whether Washington D.C., Maryland, or Virginia, will dramatically impact...
Read More5 Harmful Personal Injury Myths That Could Wreck Your Claim (Based on What We Hear Every Day)
At Koonz, McKenney, Johnson & DePaolis LLP, we speak with injured clients every single day. In these conversations, we consistently hear the same misconceptions and personal injury law myths. While these myths are common, believing them can be devastating to your financial recovery and your health. This article cuts...
Read MoreMy Insurance Company Offered a Settlement. Here’s Why You Should Never Take the First Check
If you’ve been injured in an accident, the first settlement check from an insurance company can seem like a lifeline. Medical bills are piling up, you may be missing work, and the prospect of a quick financial infusion is tempting. However, accepting that first offer is often the biggest mistake you...
Read More