A question that has circulated for as long as there have been drivers is: What makes someone a “good driver”? Some people seem to be in tune with their vehicles, almost having a natural-born talent behind the wheel, while others struggle with even the simplest task such as visiting their closest grocery store. So, what …
Insurance companies might try to use improper settlement tactics to save their company money. These tactics include: Delaying the processing of your claim Denying your claim without a valid reason Reducing your injury settlement Making you an insultingly low settlement offer A personal injury attorney can help you understand when an insurance company is being …
$29,700. That’s the average amount insurance pays when a car accident involves an injured party. At the Parrish Law Firm, we see car accident victims come through our doors on a daily basis. All too often, we hear about accidents involving individuals with the bare minimum insurance or sometimes no insurance at all. We’re here …
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Causation is a critical element of personal injury cases. This legal term refers to the link between a liable party’s negligent behavior and the accident that causes someone’s injuries. In most cases, you won’t receive compensation if you cannot prove causation. For this reason, you must prepare to prove causation if you want to receive …
Most of us are aware of the risk related to driving under the influence or distracted driving, but we seldom consider risks related to drowsy driving. All too often, we at the Parrish Law Firm hear of car accidents involving falling asleep behind the wheel or the inability to react in order to prevent an …
In general, the statute of limitations for Virginia vehicle accidents is two years. The statute of limitations is essentially a time limit. It is imposed by the state and determines the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit against the driver whose negligence caused your car accident. Understanding and complying with the filing …
The state of Virginia apportions fault in any type of negligence-based accident in percentages. What you need to know about contributory negligence in Virginia is that having even a single percentage of fault or negligence assigned to you means you are barred from recovering any monetary damages at all. This is where your case can …
The statute of limitations for Virginia personal injury cases is generally two years. The statutory clock starts running on the date of your accident. The state imposes this filing deadline to ensure the case is handled in a timely fashion, prevent the facts from becoming distorted, and ensure lawsuits are not filed frivolously. In personal …
When you were 7 years old with your hand caught in the cookie jar, you might have tried to lie your way out of trouble. Back then, the worst that would happen is a quick scolding. When you’re an adult, lying can have much more severe consequences, especially when an accident or collision is involved. …
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