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Virginia’s Motorcycle Laws

Posted on: November 22, 2023. Category: Motorcycle Accident

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Virginia has several laws and statutes pertaining to motorcycle riders. Failing to comply with these laws can result in fines or even put your safety at risk. Whether you are a resident or just passing through, understanding the motorcycle laws in Virginia is crucial. By familiarizing yourself with these regulations, you can enjoy your ride …

Virginia Dog Bite Laws

Posted on: November 8, 2023. Category: Dog Bite

A lawyer explains to a client how Virginia dog bite laws apply to their case.

If a dog bites you in Virginia, state laws and case precedents determine liability and how you can pursue compensation after the incident. Don’t let the complexity of Virginia’s dog bite laws keep you from seeking justice. I, Ed Atkinson, want to empower all injured victims to fight for their recovery by providing straightforward legal …

Virginia’s Statute of Limitations

Posted on: October 25, 2023. Category: Personal Injury

Personal injury lawyer holding an hourglass symbolizing Virginia's Statute of Limitations.

The statute of limitations in Virginia is the law that determines how long you have to take legal action against the party responsible for your injury. As the victim, you generally have a two-year window to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, this deadline can change depending on the details of your case. To learn …

Atkinson Law Now Also Serves Personal Injury Clients In Chesapeake Porsmouth Hampton

Posted on: April 4, 2023. Category: General Atkinson News

Chesapeake VA Car Accident Lawyer | Chesapeake Personal Injury | Atkinson Law New client meeting space located at 3115 Western Branch Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23321 Hampton VA Car Accident Lawyer | Newport News Personal Injury | Atkinson Law New client meeting space located at 32 East Mellen Street, Hampton, Virginia 23663 Portsmouth VA Car Accident …

DUI and DWI lawyer

Posted on: April 4, 2023. Category: DUI

Police, prosecutors, judges and juries all take drunk driving very seriously, even if the offender has no criminal history at all. The only way to be completely safe from a DWI conviction is to never drive after having even a single drink. Any time you are pulled over by the police, leave your hands visible, …

Filing Nursing Home Lawsuits Due to Neglect in the Age of COVID-19

Posted on: June 2, 2020. Category: Nursing Home Negligence

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a high-stakes situation for families who have loved ones in nursing homes or other long-term care facilities. With many of these facilities now saturated with coronavirus cases, elderly residents have been left to suffer the consequences of inadequate care—in many cases, this means preventable death. The Health Crisis Has a …

How safe are Pitbull and Pitbull Mixed-Breeds as a family pet?

Posted on: June 1, 2020. Category: Dog Bite

Pitbull mix dog

The mention of Pitbull-breed dogs stirs up strong feelings. Some people swear to their gentleness, while others are uncomfortable being near them. Most Pittbull owners will tell you that their temperament is much more docile than what the stereotypes would have you believe. This may be the case when the canine in question is in …

3 Signs of Nursing Home Neglect

Posted on: February 19, 2020. Category: Nursing Home Negligence

Elderly person walking with crutches

Each individual that lives in a nursing home has a story. While the large majority of nursing homes provide a safe environment for the elderly individuals living in the nursing home, there are unfortunately some nursing homes that neglect their residents. If you or someone you know is concerned about the experience that your loved …

Most Common Types of Nursing Home Abuse

Posted on: February 13, 2020. Category: Nursing Home Negligence

Elderly abuse in nursing home

Nursing home abuse is never a fun topic to discuss. If you have a loved one residing in any type of nursing home or long-term care facility, it’s important to recognize signs of abuse. If we can condemn these actions, we can improve not only the standard of care for our loved ones, but a …

Eye Opening Stats on Nursing Home Abuse

Posted on: January 29, 2020. Category: Nursing Home Negligence

old woman lying on a hospital bed

If you’ve never done your research on nursing home abuse, it’s time to get familiar with a few statistics. At Atkinson Law, we have seen so many families alarmed at the eye-opening stats regarding nursing home abuse this day in age. The truth of the matter is, millions of our elderly Americans are abused or …

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