Now that December is here, the snow is settling, the temperatures are dropping, and ice is forming on any flat surface that it can find – including sidewalks. If you were to slip and fall on an icy public sidewalk or private sidewalk, who would be liable for your injuries? Whether you are a homeowner...
Read MorePersonal Injury
2 Workers Fatally Struck by Amtrak Train
Two CSX workers were hit by an Amtrak train just north of Union Station suffering fatal injuries. The workers had exited a freight train to work on a technical issue when a passenger train struck them, according to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The collision not only suspended service but is now being...
Read MoreHow Do Attorneys Calculate Damages?
Damages are your compensation after a serious injury. While it seems cold determining how much your injuries and suffering is worth, it is a necessary step in the claim phase. Whether you are filing an official lawsuit or a claim with the insurance company, the goal is to receive compensation that covers your financial...
Read More5 Common Defenses to Personal Injury Claims
You suffered a serious injury, and now you are exercising your right to collect compensation. You have hired an attorney, and you have the evidence proving that the other party was negligent. Yet, the other party is not negotiating. Instead, they are using a defense strategy to lower your settlement or possibly have the...
Read MoreWhat Does Whiplash Feel Like?
Accident and Injury Attorneys Serving Victims of Whiplash Injuries in the DC Areas Whiplash is a common injury following a car accident, especially a rear-end collision. If you notice a tightening sensation in your neck or shoulder area following an accident, you may wonder if you have whiplash. If it is whiplash, you might have numerous...
Read More5 Things You Did Not Know About Broken Bones
Injury Law Firm Assisting Victims of Broken Bones and Serving the Virginia Areas The skeletal system of the human body is quite fascinating. It supports the structure of your body and provides you with the ability to stand up, move, and even lift objects. It works in tandem with muscles, ligaments, and joints. Therefore, you rely...
Read MoreWhat is a Spinal Cord Injury?
Spinal Cord Injury Attorneys with the Experience and Expertise to Fight for Victim's Rights Serving the Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland Area Spinal cord injuries occur in the United States daily. In fact, an estimated 12,500 spinal cord injuries occur each year, leaving victims, their family, friends, and others to cope with the aftermath of...
Read MoreWhere Do Most Car Accidents Occur?
Car Accident and Injury Attorneys Serving those Injured in Washington D.C. Areas Driving a vehicle in the United States is dangerous business at times. Not only do you commute to work, but you use your vehicle to visit friends, family, and transport your children. Traveling by vehicle is how you go on vacation. Also, with...
Read MoreWill New Traffic Signals Prevent Pedestrian Accidents?
Personal Injury Attorneys Fighting for Injured Pedestrians in Washington DC City planners in Washington, DC are installing a second traffic signal that offers pedestrians a crossing in each direction, including diagonally, in Columbia Heights. The move prioritizes pedestrians (and their safety) over vehicles in this densely populated neighborhood. Why the New Addition? The traffic signal is called...
Read MoreHow to Properly Handle a Bike Accident Injury Claim
Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Victims of Bicycle Accidents in DC An accident while riding a bicycle, especially when it involves being struck by a motor vehicle or truck, can be devastating. These types of accidents often result in catastrophic, if not fatal, injuries. Knowing what to do immediately after your bike accident could make a difference...
Read More