(757) 552-6055If you were involved in a car accident, you may think that you can competently handle the claim on your own. You might worry about a lawyer taking part of your compensation and want to avoid this. However, by handling your own car accident claim, you might be jeopardizing it in ways that you don’t […]
Personal Injury
What to Do After a Dog Bite
Approximately 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs in the United States each year with up to 800,000 of these incidents requiring medical assistance, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. Most victims are children, while many others are postal workers. Because of the possibility of being bitten by a dog at some point in […]
If My Child Trespasses and Gets Injured, Can I Still Sue?
While the general rule is that property owners do not owe a duty to trespassers much beyond not doing things to intentionally hurt them, the law has long recognized the vulnerability of and the need to protect children. Under a legal doctrine called “attractive nuisance” even if your child was on property he or she […]
6 Reasons You Should Not Negotiate Your Own Personal Injury Settlement
If you received injuries in an accident and someone else is at fault, you may wonder if you should try to resolve the claim yourself, rather than having a lawyer represent you. If you have only minor injuries, settling your own claim may result in an acceptable outcome. However, if your injuries are severe, attempting […]
When Do Subrogation and Liens Reduce Your Virginia Personal Injury Compensation?
When you receive injuries in an accident, your health insurance usually pays your medical expenses. If you then make a personal injury claim and get money for those expenses from the insurance company of a person who caused the accident, you may discover that subrogation and liens reduce your Virginia personal injury compensation. That’s because […]
Liability for Injuries From Rental Electric Scooter Accidents in Virginia
When clusters of Bird rental electric scooters appeared overnight on sidewalks in Virginia Beach and Norfolk a few months ago, officials in both cities moved quickly to impound the scooters and fine the scooter company. Now, the scooters are back in limited use. Already, they are causing accidents and injuries, raising an important question: What […]
When Can You Sue the Virginia Government for a Personal Injury?
Claims for injuries against a government are very different from personal injury claims involving two private parties. If you suffer an injury because of government or government employee action or inaction, whether you can sue the government depends entirely on the facts and circumstances surrounding the injury or accident — including which government may be […]
When Do You Have a Personal Injury Case?
Negligence does not necessarily involve the intention to cause harm. It can arise from reckless or careless conduct as well. However, the existence of negligence is not sufficient to provide the basis for a personal injury case. The person’s negligence also must actually cause the injuries suffered. The circumstances of an accident or injury determine whether […]
Negligence, Gross Negligence, Willful and Wanton Negligence in Virginia: What Is The Difference?
In Virginia personal injury law, there are three different types of negligence: Ordinary or simple negligence, gross negligence, and willful and wanton negligence. Which type of negligence exists in a case sometimes plays a significant role in determining the outcome and amount of compensation. Defining Types of Negligence Personal injury cases in Virginia take many different […]
Common Hunting Accident Injuries (and How to Avoid Them)
Hunting accidents can and do happen — and they can have tragic consequences. Safety awareness is an essential part of hunting. As a hunter, knowing common hunting accident injuries helps you avoid circumstances that lead to hunting injuries. Even seasoned hunters may be surprised by the most frequent cause of hunting accident injuries. Hunting Accidents […]
What Is the Virginia Statute of Limitations for a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
If you have a potential legal claim, the law imposes a deadline for asserting your rights. The term for the deadline is statute of limitations. If you suffered injuries caused by someone else, you must make sure that you assert your claim for compensation before the time limit expires. Understanding the Virginia statute of limitations for […]
When Is a Virginia Property Owner Liable for Injuries to Hunters Under the Recreational Use Statute?
With our popular Virginia hunting season just around the corner, landowners and hunters should know about the state’s law relating to property owner liability for injuries to hunters. The same rules also apply to injuries suffered by other recreational users in the state. The area of law referred to as premises liability includes general principles for determining […]
Win for Injured Sheriff’s Deputy (Thanks to Rapper’s Social Media Posts)
Virginia Beach personal injury attorney Jeffrey Brooke and The Jeff Brooke Team won a default judgment and recently completed collection efforts in an action brought on behalf of a local sheriff’s deputy who was injured in the line of duty. Social media posts from the defendant — a rapper in the music industry — played […]
Travel Safely In and Around Virginia Beach This Summer
Summer is the peak of the visitor season here in Virginia Beach. Traffic everywhere — and of all kinds — is busier than ever. To help you navigate the congestion, we’ve collected some basic tips that will help visitors (and residents) travel safely in and around Virginia Beach this summer. Road Traffic and Driving Safely […]
Are Homeowners Legally Responsible for Injuries to House Guests?
Most often, premises liability issues, which relate to the legal responsibility of property owners for injuries to visitors, arise in a business or commercial setting. However, private homeowners also have legal duties to guests. If you are injured while visiting a family member or friend over the summer or during the holidays, can you recover compensation? In […]
Virginia Boat Owner Responsibilities
Our recent blog post about boating accidents and injuries addressed how lack of operator compliance with boating laws and regulations can cause a boating accident. For both liability and safety reasons, everyone who owns and operates a boat in Virginia needs to know — and comply with — Virginia laws and regulations that establish boat owner […]
5 Tips for Amusement Park Safety — and What To Do If You’re Injured on a Ride
Amusement park visits are part of many family vacations. Whether you visit Ocean Breeze Waterpark during your Virginia Beach getaway, make Busch Gardens in Williamsburg a vacation destination, or visit a different park, planning ahead for amusement park safety can help your family avoid situations that might put a damper your day. Our tips provide […]
Basics of Motorcycle Accident Prevention
Now — more than ever — riders and motorists need to know the basics of motorcycle accident prevention. Consider these facts and statistics: Just a few weeks ago in Virginia Beach, one motorcyclist died and another was critically injured in a crash on I-264 involving two motorcycles and a minivan. In 2017, more than a […]
Virginia Boating Accident Injuries and Wrongful Death: Who Is Responsible?
Recent news reports of a $4 million settlement in a wrongful death case arising from a Virginia boating accident are a somber reminder of the risks of recreational boating. With the abundant opportunities for boating activities in our state — including here in Virginia Beach and nearby — accidents can and do happen. When a […]
When Should You Talk With an Automobile Accident Attorney?
Being in a traffic accident is a frightening, traumatic experience. The first priority is getting medical attention and treatment. As you recover from the accident, you will want to make sure that you receive the full compensation you deserve. In some cases, you should ask a lawyer to evaluate your case. But how do you […]
