In this recent tragedy, the Commonwealth of Virginia can be sued for negligent highway design, and the driver for negligent driving. By C. James Williams III, Principal attorney, Hopewell, Midlothian. When I advise clients about the laws governing motor vehicle…
One high profile fatal accident shows how negligence rules can affect compensation. By Seth R. Lindberg, attorney Burnett & Williams P.C., Loudoun, Fairfax, and Northern Virginia Jim Boeheim, the longtime, second-winningest active coach in the NCAA, struck and killed a…
Last month there was news that Britain’s Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth, had caused a car crash near their home in Norfolk, UK, when he pulled onto a highway in front of a car that was traveling 50…
When the members of a Greek Organization engage in deadly hazing rituals, who can be held accountable? It’s a time-honored tradition at many colleges and universities across the country: fraternity and sorority pledging, followed by initiation rituals that frequently involve…
Injured riders are looking for help with lawsuits against Bird and Lime, but 'user agreements' might keep the companies off the hook. Back in August we wrote about the many dangers of ride-share scooters, and, predictably, injuries have been piling…
In our personal injury practice here at Burnett & Williams, we’ve handled some of Virginia’s highest Wrongful Death claims. We get a lot of questions from clients about Wrongful Death claims and the circumstances that fit into this challenging part…
A pile-up accident usually begins with a single collision. The chain reaction that follows is chaotic and frightening. It can be a harrowing experience with serious injuries, and it is never easy to assign blame for each car crash. Who’s…
We are deeply saddened about the devastating limousine crash in New York state that killed 20 people, including everyone inside of the limo. It was the deadliest car accident to occur in the US in more than 13 years. Federal and…
Lately, there has been an interesting new development in the transportation-share world: rental electric scooters that appear in cityscapes overnight, without much consideration for permitting or public safety. These smartphone-accessible vehicles have upended public safety in many neighborhoods, including right…
Case Facts On May 8, 2015, Amy Dell went bar hopping in Syracuse, New York. She reportedly drank alcohol in at least five bars. After finishing her night of drinking, Ms. Dell reportedly was so intoxicated that she collapsed before…