We seek medical care when we’re ill or injured and need professional medical guidance and treatment. When your doctor’s care makes you worse instead of better, it can be particularly harsh. And if your health deteriorates because of medical malpractice, it’s that much more difficult still. Medical professionals owe you a standard of care […]
Most people are familiar with slip and fall personal injury claims. You slip and fall on another individual’s property, usually that of a private business, due to the property owner’s negligence. Unfortunately, these accidents can result in serious injuries—hospitalizations due to falls cost an average of $34,294. Afterward, you may want to file a […]
In early July 2018, a contractor hit an underground power line, pulling it from the transformer. The mistake left Richmond’s Chippenham Hospital without power for four and a half hours, from about 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Turning what might have been a momentary inconvenience into a crisis, the hospital’s emergency generator failed to […]
Scooters seem like an ideal solution for both convenience and saving money on transportation. Push a button and become mobile! Scooters, however, can present serious hazards, and scooter accidents cause severe injuries. According to a Richmond Times article, the United States has seen a huge increase in scooter accidents, especially in major cities. In fact, […]
Truckers have highly demanding jobs. They’re on the road all day, staring at mile after mile of highway. They’re under strict time constraints, and in many cases, they may struggle to meet those constraints due to no fault of their own. Traffic jams, accidents on the road ahead, and other hazards can all combine to […]
Attorney William B. Kilduff of Emroch & Kilduff was recently selected by The Best Lawyers in America as the 2019 Lawyer of the Year for his work in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs in the Richmond area. This is the ninth time that Mr. Kilduff has been recognized by his peers in Best Lawyers (2010 […]
You’ve been involved in a car accident—perhaps one with significant damage. Now, you need to prove who was at fault in order to protect yourself legally and financially. How do you prove that you weren’t the one at fault for the accident? Here are some steps you can take to protect yourself. Pay Attention at […]
Concussions are no joke. If you suffered a head injury, monitor for signs and symptoms that could signal a brain injury with the potential to have a lasting impact on your life and health. Evidence suggests women are more at risk of concussions than men, and may exhibit different signs and symptoms. Read on to […]
Construction sites are dangerous places, and construction workers are well aware of this fact. When you’re forced to walk by a construction site in the course of your daily life, however, you probably assume that it’s safe to do so. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Construction sites can also be dangerous for passersby. […]
Motorcycle accidents are some of the most deadly accidents on our roads, and an accident involving two motorcyclists recently made the news in Virginia. If you ride, you understand the lure of the open road, but you should always make staying safe out there your top priority. Motorcycle accidents happen, and they’re not only very […]