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Orange County Virginia Drunk Driving Accident

June 18, 2021
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Orange County Virginia Drunk Driving Accident The Virginia State Police is investigating a drunk driving accident that occurred in Orange County, Virginia, on June 15, 2021. The VSP reports that the crash occurred around 2:10 pm. on June 15th when a 2013 Honda Civic crossed a double-solid yellow center line while traveling at a high…

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Virginia Workers’ Compensation: Vocational Rehabilitation

June 14, 2021
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Virginia Workers’ Compensation:  Vocational Rehabilitation Do’s and Don’ts If you’ve been injured on the job and your employer is requesting that you attend vocational rehabilitation counseling, there are several important things you need to know. Virginia Workers’ Compensation Vocational Rehab Do’s It’s important that you DO these things: Show up to your first scheduled meeting…

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Staunton Virginia Car Accident: Losing Control of a Vehicle

June 10, 2021
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Staunton Virginia Car Accident:  Losing Control of a Vehicle Losing control of a vehicle can lead to disaster on the roadways.  A vehicle is a critical form of transportation for many.  But, when the driver loses control, the car can be just as dangerous as a weapon.  Recently, there have been several accidents in the…

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Will Car Accident Photos Help My Personal Injury Case?

June 7, 2021
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Will Car Accident Photos Help My Personal Injury Case? Car accidents can have devastating effects on the lives of those impacted by the crash.  Concerns about mounting medical bills and getting the treatment you need to recover are usually at the top of your list of priorities.  You may not give much thought to how…

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Virginia Workers’ Compensation: Hospitality Worker Injuries and Benefits

June 3, 2021
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Virginia Workers’ Compensation:  Hospitality Worker Injuries and Benefits Hospitality employees include workers in restaurants, hotels, amusement parks, airlines, etc. The hospitality industry is fast-paced and workers are usually on their feet and on the move for most of their workdays. As a result, many hospitality workers suffer trips and falls that cause them injuries.  They…

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Virginia Unemployment Eligibility

June 1, 2021
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Virginia Unemployment Eligibility **********Please note that our firm is no longer handling unemployment cases. However, the information below may be helpful if you are applying for Virginia unemployment benefits. In Virginia, to be eligible for Virginia unemployment benefits, a worker must be: separated from employment due to a layoff able to work (having the physical…

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Virginia Workers’ Compensation: Ladder Falls

May 27, 2021
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Virginia Workers’ Compensation Benefits After A Ladder Fall In many industries, ladders are a commonly used tool, but they can be dangerous if they’re not used properly.  You may be entitled to Virginia workers’ compensation benefits after a ladder fall.  Your eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits may depend on the following: if your employer carries…

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5 Things You Need To Know After You’ve Been Denied Disability

May 17, 2021
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5 Things You Need To Know After You’ve Been Denied Social Security Disability When you get a denial on your Social Security disability claim, there are some very important things you need to consider before going to hearing, including: Facts about medical treatment Getting your diagnosis documented Not relying on good character Facts about substance…

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What Happens If I Don’t Feel Immediate Pain After A Car Accident in Virginia?

May 11, 2021
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Can I Get Compensation If I Don’t Have Immediate Pain After A Car Accident? Were you involved in a car accident but didn’t feel pain immediately after the accident?  Did you experience pain that developed some time later?  Are you concerned now about getting compensation for those injuries?  Many times, pre-existing conditions can be aggravated…

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3 Causes Of Distracted Driving In Virginia

May 7, 2021
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3 Causes of Distracted Driving In Virginia Distracted driving is quickly becoming a widespread problem in the United States.  Research shows that more than 200,000 people are injured or killed every year due to accidents involving distracted driving.  Sadly, Virginia is also a part of this statistic as recent statistics compiled over a 5 year…

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