- Wrongful DeathCoping with the death of a loved one is difficult enough, but when the death was caused by the negligence of another, the distress can be deepened. Your pain becomes more complex as you believe that a “wrong” has occurred. You already have many decisions to make and when it comes to a possible lawsuit, you are not sure what your options are or where to begin. In our experience as Virginia wrongful death lawyers, many of our potential clients have difficulty in bringing a wrongful death claim, because of the emotion involved. That is why we try to make the process understandable and our goals and efforts very clear at the beginning, to explain the benefits that are being sought. What is Wrongful Death? A wrongful death lawsuit declared that the person was killed due to the negligence, misdeeds or other liability of others, whether an individual, corporation or entity. Wrongful death laws are designed to compensate the surviving dependents or beneficiaries, who are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant’s conduct. Causes of Wrongful Death... Wrongful death claims can arise from many different causes, including auto accidents and dangerous products. Some examples are...
- Traffic ViolationsEvidence of negligence is highly situational and based on duties people owe one another. In traffic situations, drivers have the duty to operate their vehicles in a way that doesn’t create unreasonable risks. Evidence of distracted driving, drinking, or excessive speeding could be used to show a driver was negligent.
- Sex CrimesFor those looking for a convenient ride, rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft are a popular choice. In recent years, there has been an increasing number of reports of rideshare drivers committing sexual assaults. With the help of a sexual assault attorney, a victim can file a lawsuit against the rideshare company and the driver.
- Assault
- Workers CompensationEmployees spend countless hours at work, and with so much time spent in the workplace, accidents are bound to happen. Sustaining an on-the-job injury or developing a work-related medical condition can put you in a challenging position, but workers’ compensation may be able to provide some relief.
- Sexual HarassmentLyft was sued by 14 plaintiffs in 2015 who claimed to have suffered abuse while using the company’s platform. The lawsuit alleged the company failed to adequately investigate their drivers’ backgrounds, failed to provide appropriate sexual harassment training, and failed to take reasonable steps to oversee driver behavior.
- Property DamageIn the case of a bike accident, the party that caused the accident also caused property damage, like a broken bike, and your medical bills and aftercare. The compensation you receive is to cover these expenses.
- Personal InjuryWhile it is likely that this is the first time that you have suffered a significant personal injury, it is certainly not our first time helping others who have been injured. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions that our attorneys and team hear from our clients. Please call us at any time on (804) 800-8000 for a free consultation.
- Medical MalpracticeJust as with misdiagnosis, a delayed diagnosis rises to the level of medical malpractice when it is a result of negligence. If your doctor should have made a correct diagnosis earlier — based on available information — the doctor is responsible for the harm caused by the delayed diagnosis.
- Auto Accidents
- Dog BitesEvery year, nearly 5 million people are victims of dog bites, tragically many are children. In a ten year period, the number of dogs rose by 2%, while the number of dog bites increased by 33%. About 1000 dog bite victims arrive in hospital emergency rooms per day for treatment. Dog bite losses exceed $1 billion per year, with $345 million paid by homeowner insurance policies.
- Slip and Fall InjuryA serious slip and fall injury is an injury that causes extreme pain, involves the loss of an organ or bodily member, or involves disfigurement. Mental trauma from a slip and fall may also cause severe psychological and emotional harm. Injuries that carry a substantial risk of dying are considered serious injuries as well.
- Power of AttorneyApart from the victim, the nursing home resident’s power of attorney may also file a lawsuit on their behalf. A power of attorney is common when nursing home residents begin to reach a stage where their mental faculties are degrading or are likely to degrade in the near future.