It typically is not possible for a layperson in Virginia, or in any other state in the U.S., to treat their own illness. Normal, everyday people often do not have the necessary medical knowledge to assess and implement accurate and adequate treatment. Hence, a visit...
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Year: 2015
The worker’s responsibility, per Virginia’s workers’ comp law
As residents in Danville, Virginia, most likely know, most Virginia workers are covered by the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act. If a worker is injured on the job or contracts an occupational disease, then the worker should follow the steps outlined by the state's...
Truck accident in Virginia kills 18-year-old woman
When two vehicles collide and one of those vehicles is much larger than the other, the consequences of that collision can be very serious for the occupants of the smaller vehicle. That is a major reason why many truck accidents are devastating. In many cases, the...
How motor vehicle insurance helps in the event of accidents
Motorists in Virginia know the importance of having insurance for their vehicles. In fact, to purchase license plates for the vehicles, a person needs to have the vehicle covered per the state's minimum insurance requirements or pay fees meant for uninsured motor...
Getting compensation for DUI victims
Driving under the influence of alcohol is always a bad idea. Virginia law is strict when it comes to drunk driving. Driving under the influence is not only dangerous for the driver, but it is also a potential threat to other people on the road. Many people understand...
Two workers fall 40 feet during Danville steam plant demolition
It is undeniable that working in the construction industry is one of the most inherently dangerous jobs in the United States. A recent incident in Danville, Virginia, where two people were seriously injured, once again highlights the risks associated with construction...
Driving while intoxicated or drugged can draw heavy penalties
Every Virginia driver should understand that driving while intoxicated or under the influence of any drug is strictly forbidden. The law allows severe punishments because the consequences of driving while drunk or high can be devastating, leaving people injured and...
Elderly woman killed in Virginia car accident
Car accidents can often lead to serious injuries, including internal and external bleeding due to fractures. Additionally, car accident victims can also suffer from spinal cord and neck injuries as well as brain injuries and head injuries. In many cases, authorities...
Nursing home neglect or abuse may lead to suicide in Virginia
The elderly make up the largest segment of nursing home population and, as a general rule, need a lot more medical care on an average basis compared to their younger counterparts. Sometimes spending time in a nursing home may aggravate a patient's condition instead of...
WCC provides disabled workers the right to seek benefits
Virginia employers are legally required to provide workers' compensation benefits which function as a contingency insurance plan to address compensating a worker who is severely injured while on the job. Often workers find themselves at a disadvantage trying to prove...