How much is enough?
How much is enough? How much money will it take before we call off the dogs and let the insurance company and the defendant be? I have heard of lawyers who have formulas they use to determine the value of a case, and all insurance companies use formulas, but at the Wayne O’Bryan Law Firm,
Read MoreWrongful Death in Virginia
Most people know that, if someone is killed in an accident, his estate will be able to bring a case for wrongful death. The case survives the death of the victim, so that his heirs can sue for their damages – loss of solace, loss of income, grief, medical bills, etc. In a wrongful death
Read MoreWhen Should I Contact a Virginia Car Accident Attorney?
When Should I Contact a Virginia Car Accident Attorney? Q: I was recently involved in a car accident in Virginia. The other driver was at fault. When is a good time to contact a car accident attorney? A: You should contact a Virginia car accident attorney as soon as possible. The sooner you consult with
Read MoreCan I File a Personal Injury Claim in a Hit-and-Run Accident in Richmond, VA?
Can I File a Personal Injury Claim in a Hit-and-Run Accident? Q: I was hit by another car and the driver fled the scene. Can I still file a personal injury claim in the state of Virginia? A: If you have been injured in a hit-and-run accident – whether you were hit by a car,
Read MoreFAQ: Am I Required to Hire a Virginia Personal Injury Attorney?
If you’ve been involved in a car accident or you suffered a personal injury in the state of Virginia, you are not required to hire an attorney. You can represent yourself in the court of law, but whether or not you should do this is debatable. If you are very familiar with Virginia accident injury
Read MoreFAQ: Should I Contact My Car Insurance Company After an Accident? | Richmond Personal Injury Lawyer
If you’ve been involved in a car accident, some car insurance companies ask that you do report the accident to them regardless if you are at fault or not. Check your policy to see if you are required to contact your car insurance company because if you do not let them know about the accident,
Read MoreTeen Deaths From Car Crashes Increase in Virginia | Richmond Personal Injury Lawyer
According to an article published over at the WSLS10 website, there has been a surge in the number of teenage deaths in Virginia due to car crashes. During the first three weeks of 2012, there were 11 teens who were killed, whereas only 3 died during the same period in 2011. Reports from the incidents
Read MorePolice Shoots Pit Bull | Richmond Dog Bite Attorney
In Williamsburg, Virginia the owner of a pit bull is upset that a police officer shot his dog, but the officer claims that the dog attacked him. Robert Asbury said that the dog was not on a leash, but it was not acting aggressively towards the officer. Asbury allegedly called out to the 1-year-old dog
Read MorePractice Safe Driving During Bad Storms | Richmond Virginia Accident Lawyer
Hurricane Irene left its mark in many parts of the East Coast, including Virginia. We here at O’Bryan Law hope that you and your family were well and safe during the storm. There have been a few deaths because of the hurricane, most of them occurred due to fallen trees. As you can imagine, Virginia
Read MoreFAQ: Car Accident With Uninsured Drivers in Virginia
Q: I was involved in a car accident with an uninsured driver in Virginia. What can I do? Being involved with an uninsured driver can be frustrating, but there are a couple things you can do: 1) File a claim with your insurance company or 2) Personally take the uninsured driver to court. If you
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