A serious dog attack involving a young child may raise questions about the dog owner’s knowledge, supervision, warnings, containment, insurance and compliance with Virginia law. Liability is not determined by the dog’s breed alone. The investigation should focus on the individual animals’ behaviour, any prior incidents, what the owner or custodian knew, how the child …
Ed Atkinson named a 2016 Super Lawyer Rising Star
Historical announcement: This article was originally published on November 24, 2015, following notification of Ed Atkinson’s selection to the 2016 Virginia Rising Stars list. Ed was subsequently selected to the Virginia Rising Stars list annually through 2023. Atkinson Law is pleased to announce that founding attorney Ed Atkinson was selected to the 2016 Virginia Rising …
Compensation for Virginia Victims of Eugenics Sterilization
Virginia currently provides a $25,000 payment for each verified claim submitted through the Virginia Victims of Eugenics Sterilization Compensation Program. Payment is subject to available program funding. The program is administered by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, commonly called DBHDS. Eligible individuals—or qualifying lawfully authorized representatives—must submit an application and documents …
Fatal Truck Accident May Result in Wrongful Death Claim
A fatal commercial-truck accident may support a Virginia wrongful death claim when negligence or another legally wrongful act caused the death. The potential claim may involve the truck driver, motor carrier, vehicle owner, maintenance provider, cargo company, contractor or another party whose conduct contributed to the collision. A traffic citation or police allegation can be …
Car accident on 264 in Virginia Beach kills one person
Reviewed by Ed Atkinson, Virginia Personal Injury AttorneyLast updated: April 2026Based on Virginia personal injury law and Atkinson Law case experience The Virginian-Pilot reports that around 2:25 a.m. this morning a traffic accident on Interstate 264 in Virginia Beach left one person dead. Virginia State Police have released very little information so far. Spokesperson Michelle Anaya told …
Norfolk Bicycle Infrastructure could reduce collisions with cars
Well-designed bicycle lanes, protected intersections, traffic calming and connected routes may reduce some conflicts between cyclists and motor vehicles. They do not eliminate the need for motorists and cyclists to obey traffic laws, maintain a proper lookout and respond safely to road conditions. Norfolk’s bicycle-infrastructure planning has also developed significantly since this article was first …
Norfolk motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries after crash with train in Wards Corner
A motorcycle–train collision may support a Virginia personal injury claim when negligence by a railroad, warning-system maintainer, public authority, contractor, driver or another legally responsible party caused the crash. Liability is not established merely because a train and motorcycle collided. The investigation must determine how the motorcycle entered the crossing, whether the warning equipment worked, …