by Jeffrey Downey, Esq. Virginia law typically prohibits the admission of evidence regarding the underlying traffic infraction, even if an at fault driver is found guilty in traffic court. Based on recent changes to Virginia law, when there is a finding of guilt in a proceeding where the traffic offender does not appear in traffic … Read more →
by Jeffrey Downey, Esq. If you have been injured in a car accident, the Virginia assembly just passed a law that allows one to stack Uninsured motorist coverage on top of liability coverage from the at fault driver, explains McLean personal injury attorney Jeffrey J. Downey. Uninsured motorist coverage (UIM) is insurance coverage that a … Read more →
by Jeffrey Downey, Esq. If you have been injured in a car accident, the Virginia assembly just made it a bit easier to establish liability against the at fault drivers, explains Fairfax Personal Injury attorney Jeffrey Downey. After an accident the at fault driver may attempt to shift liability or wrongfully deny fault, requiring a … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq If you’re pursuing a nursing home injury claim, you need legal assistance. So, make sure to hire a top Virginia Nursing home attorney for expert guidance. Working with the top Virginia Nursing home attorney can boost your case. Specifically, it can improve the chance of receiving a fair settlement and justice. … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Nursing home negligence is far too prevalent in the U.S. Ever year thousands of elders are subject to neglect due to substandard care from nursing homes, assisted living facilities and even hospitals. Negligence often leads to bed sores, also known as pressure sores. Pressure wounds are often associated with fatal … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Steps to Take After a Car Accident and the Importance of Legal Counsel Introduction Car accidents can be a traumatic experience, and they often lead to injuries, property damage, and complex legal matters. If you’ve been involved in an accident resulting from negligence, it’s essential to know the steps to … Read more →
Medicare, through CMS, rates nursing homes based on the results of annual surveys taken for every nursing home in the United States that receives federal funding. CMS uses a star rating system, with one star being the worst and 5 stars being the best. It’s important to understand that these rating represent just a snapshot … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq A recent lawsuit filed against Harbor Health and Rehab alleges that a 96-year-old demented resident was subject to sexual abuse by a male resident, explains Virginia Nursing home attorney Jeffrey Downey. Resident on resident abuse is a recurring issue, especially in dementia wards where residents may be mentally incapacitated. In … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq In the last decade two passengers were killed in accidents on U.S. Airlines. Compare that to car safety, where in the last ten years over 360,000 Americans have been killed in car accidents. The reality is that this country’s safety record in motor vehicle transportation systems is one of the … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Legal disputes are a part of life; when conflicts arise, your first instinct might be to head straight to court. After all, it is where justice is served, right? Before you dive into the complex world of litigation, there is an alternative worth considering: mediation. This article addresses the advantages … Read more →