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Virginia’s Attorney General Shows Up For Jury Duty
Even Virginia's Top Law Enforcement Officer Shows Up For Jury Duty On St. Patrick's day this year, while many of us were planning an early escape from the office, Virginia's top law enforcement officer, Attorney General Mark Herring, reported for…
After A Car Accident or Truck Crash, How Are Your Medical Expenses Covered?
Being involved in a car accident is often a painful and traumatizing experience, whether you are a driver or a passenger. If anyone is injured, will there be enough insurance to cover medical expenses that will occur? Especially when large…
Wrongfully Injured While Under Arrest: Andrew’s Story
In October 2008, Andrew D. was arrested for public intoxication on his 21st birthday in central Virginia. What began as an evening of celebration became a nightmare when his hand was smashed by a steel door while he was in police custody.…
2 important lessons about auto accident insurance coverage from Bruce Jenner’s crash
Recent news coverage of the fatal car crash in California in which Bruce Jenner was involved raises important issues that virtually all drivers should consider when buying insurance. Regardless of the criminal charges that Jenner may face, his potential civil…
7 Ways to Use Your Cellphone to Document an Auto Accident
There is always great confusion at the scene of a car crash, especially after a serious accident. In those moments a cell phone can be a valuable tool. Following these 7 steps can help secure an insurance claim: □ Call…
Virginia Limits On Medical Malpractice Awards
Since 1976, the Commonwealth of Virginia has put a cap on Medical Malpractice awards. Originally that cap was set at $750,000, but the General Assembly in Richmond has raised it from time to time over the years. In 1999 the…
Exceptional Legal Care for Virginia Residents
Year after year Burnett & Williams is honored among the best Personal Injury law firms in Virginia. For 2015, the firm has been chosen for the third year in a row as one of U.S. News and World Report’s Tier…
Helping Homeless Veterans
A recent article in the Reston Connection brought to our attention a current initiative to end homelessness among veterans by the end of this year. Prompted by First Lady Michelle Obama's Mayors Challenge to End Veterans Homelessness in 2015, veterans advocates…