On May 8, 2010, at the intersection of 68th Street and Atlantic Avenue, a 13 year old boy was struck by a vehicle and injured, reported by the Virginian-Pilot, available here, courtesy of Hamptonroads.com.
The accident occurred before 11 a.m., according to one detective and police spokesman. Fortunately, the injuries sustained by the young man were not life threatening, but did require medical treatment. He was promptly taken to the hospital, where his injuries were said to be minor.
The driver was not charged, and police have said that he/she did not flee the scene; rather they stopped to presumptively assist the injured boy.
You can view a full-size image of the scene where paramedics were treating the boy here, and a Google map of the location of the accident here, provided on the HamptonRoads site.
The Oceanfront will be seeing an increase of tourists and general foot-traffic as May has arrived and June is just around the corner. Crossing the street in designated locations is a safety key for pedestrians; drivers should pay attention too – especially where businesses and restaurants line the streets.
The Virginia-Pilot reported today that a 21 year-old man pleaded guilty to two (2) counts of aggravated involuntary manslaughter on Thursday stemming from a horrific accident that took place in Norfolk over the summer.
Patricia O’Boyle, the prosecutor of this case, explained how alcohol was a factor. After the crash, she noted that the accused’s blood alcohol level was 0.18 and also that he had a suspended license.
The accident took place July 11th, at the intersection of Johnston’s Road and North Military Highway. Three people were injured in the crash when a red-light was ignored and a sedan was struck at an estimated 60 mph by the intoxicated driver. Two died as a result of the injuries they sustained, and although a third person in the struck vehicle did not die, he was “badly injured.”
Court records reveal that on the night of the accident, Jamison ran a red light and struck the victim’s vehicle. Two died at the scene, and an eyewitness to the crash estimated that the speed at the time of crash was 60 mph. The third victim was seriously injured – he was injured to the extent that medical professionals felt the need to induce a medical coma for 17 days. He is expected to recover, but has severe scarring on the body (hands, feet, and brain).
The Virginia-Pilot reports that the prosecution will call more witnesses for the sentencing hearing, which is scheduled for June 29. Mr. Jamison could face up to 40 years in prison, even though local prosecutors have chosen to forego pursing the charge of “maiming while driving under the influence.”
Around 5PM Wednesday, 3 year old Christopher Elder’s ear was partly bitten off by a Golden Retriever. DailyPress.com reports that the child did not sustain any other serious injuries after being checked into Riverside Regional Medical Center in Poquoson.
Christopher and his father were visiting a neighbor’s property in the Shady Oaks Trailer Park, when the child wandered behind a shed in the yard. Witnesses heard a dog bark a the boy screaming as he came from behind the shed bleeding. The dog was not seen, and was said to be in a yard behind a 3 foot tall fence.
“All of a sudden my grandson started screaming and yelling and my son looked up and the dog had come over the thing and attacked him and took his ear, bit him on his arm, his shoulder, and bit his ear off. I mean, all this, all this is gone,” says Joann Elder.
WVEC.com reported, “The incident is under investigation by York-Poquoson Child Protective Services and the Newport News Animal Services Division.”
According to the Virginian Pilot, 69 year old Robert Holloway stepped in a pile of dog feces, and badly hurt his back about a year ago at the Jefferson Avenue PetSmart.
It was reported that he “didn’t fall to the floor after stepping in it, but his body twisted violently and he smacked his head against something nearby.” As a result of hitting his head, he also knocked out four of his false teeth.
Now Mr. Holloway is suing the chain for $1 million. According to NBC Washington News, the suit was filed in US District Court.
A PetSmart spokesperson stated that pet accidents are quite a common occurance since owners are allowed to bring pets in the stores while on a leash. They also said for this reason they have “oops” stations within the stores for clean up by trained employees, and encourage owners to clean up as well.
In 2008 a similar lawsuit that was filed by a woman who slipped and fell in dog urine at the same store. The suit was dissmissed due to the lack of evidence that an employee knew it was on the floor.
The Pilot Online reported today on an event that took place across the globe, but has local connections to Norfolk. A Navy plane went down in the Arabian Sea, due to mechanical problems. These problems led the pilot to notify air traffic controllers in the Arabian Sea, upon an aircraft carrier, that a crash landing was imminent; this occurred after a mission in Afghanistan.
A Navy plane, based out of Norfolk Virginia, crash-landed in the Arabian Sea. At a point five hours following the accident, one more member of that plane is still being pursued by rescue crews.
The plane was a type used by the Navy for command, control, and surveillance purposes. At the time of the accident, apparently the plane was on its way to the Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier returning from service. The plane is specifically referred to as an E-2C Hawkeye, known for its high-tech radar device what looks like a “saucer.” It has been in service since the 1970’s, but considered a safe model.
The Virginia Pilot also reported that a Navy Spokesman stated that the plane did in fact notify the controllers on the Eisenhower carrier that due to mechanical issues, a bail-out was necessary. The plane then landed in the water, approximately five miles from the carrier. As noted, three of the four have been rescued safely and are in good condition.
Crew members and rescuers continue to look for the fourth crew-member who may be still in peril. The search underway includes several Navy ships to assist with the rescue mission. Other aircraft are also involved in efforts to bring this service-member to safety.
Do you live in Virginia? Are you simply interested in personal injury news stories? If so, keep an eye on the internet. Everyday, more and more stories are published – some good, some bad.
Here are three of the top Virginia personal injury stories from the past week:
When it comes to Virginia personal injury law, attorneys are usually the ones who need to know the most. After all, they deal with these laws day in and day out. That being said, everyday citizens should know a thing or two as well. You never know when you will become part of a personal injury case.
What you need to know and what you learn is up to you. For instance, you may want to dive into the finer details of what makes up a personal injury case. Who knows, you may even find that you had a case in the past with which you never moved forward. Or maybe you just want to become better acquainted with the general premise of personal injury law in the state.
The point is that every citizen should have knowledge of personal injury law. This way, if you ever need to move forward with a case you have solid ground to stand on. From there, you can hire a Virginia personal injury attorney to explain the rest.
If you are interested in learning more about personal injury law you can start your search for information online. Just remember this: if you think you have a case it is time to contact an attorney. This way you know for sure that you are making all the right moves.
Let’s face it – you probably don’t make a habit of hiring a personal injury attorney on a regular basis. After all, this is something you will only do if you were involved in some sort of accident and feel that you should be compensated for your injuries. For this reason, it is not always easy to find the right personal injury attorney for your case.
If you know nothing about finding and hiring a personal injury attorney you can still make a success of this. That being said, there are a few things you must do.
To start, take care of yourself first. Sure, you need to contact a personal injury attorney sooner rather than later but your health always comes first.
When you are finally ready to start the search process, use all the resources that are available to you. Get in touch with personal injury attorneys who you personally know. If this does not suit you, ask others (friends or family) if they know anybody who can help.
Of course, the internet is always a good place to start your search. This will allow you to compile a list attorneys and their contact information. From there, you can interview several and then make a final decision on who to hire.
Even if you don’t know anything about hiring a personal injury attorney you can still do this with success. Hopefully the above information will open your eyes as to how this is done.
If you keep an eye on the news you know that there are many personal injury stories that pop up, day after day. Some of them are more interesting than others. That being said, you can learn from each and every one.
Below are a few related stories that you don’t want to miss:
Have you recently been injured due to the fault of another? If so, you may have a personal injury case that is perfect for a high powered attorney. That being said, you are only going to give yourself the best chance of winning if you rely on the right attorney – they are not all the same.
From the start, you want to find an attorney who offers a free case evaluation. In other words, you tell them what happened, step by step, and they give you advice on where you stand and how to proceed.
During your free evaluation it is important that you have the chance to speak with the attorney who would be working on your case. The last thing you want is to consult with an experienced attorney, one who you like, but find out later on that you are being passed off to another.
You should never have to pay for a case evaluation. If a Virginia personal injury attorney asks for money upfront, you should tell them “thanks, but no thanks.” Paying a fee just to discuss your case is not a good idea.
With a free evaluation you will have the chance to meet with an experienced attorney, speak about your situation, and then decide if you have a case.
Do you feel that you have a personal injury case on your hands? If so, you need to hire a lawyer who can help you decide. More notably, you can hire a Virginia personal injury lawyer. But before you jump the gun and hire the first person you find, you need to think about taking advantage of a couple free consultations.
Before we move forward, keep in mind that the word “free” is very important. You should never have to pay a Virginia personal injury lawyer for them to hear you out and give you basic, preliminary advice. If a lawyer asks for a consultation fee it is time to move on. There are plenty who will never ask you for money.
What good is a free consultation? This is when you will be able to do two things:
1. Tell the lawyer what happened in your own words. Obviously, this is an important part of the process because it determines whether or not you will be moving forward.
2. Get a good feel for what the lawyer offers, how much experience they have, what they can do for you, etc.
There is no reason to setup a free consultation with a Virginia personal injury lawyer if you do not have a case. But if you have been recently injured and need legal counsel, you should think about setting up a consultation to further discuss your situation.
If you have a personal injury case you may be thinking about contacting an attorney to represent you. This is your right, and you should do what you can to get compensated for damages. That being said, your chance of success is much higher if you hire the right Virginia personal injury attorney. A mistake here could setoff a chain reaction that will affect you for many months (or even years) to come.
The biggest mistake you can make is believing that all Virginia personal injury attorneys are the same – this is not the case. Every attorney is unique, no matter if it is in a good or bad way. Your task is to hire the person who can win your case and in turn get you the money you deserve.
Above all else, make sure you hire a Virginia personal injury attorney who is experienced. Do you have a Chinese drywall case? If so, hire an attorney who specializes in this area. Were you in a car accident? Same thing – hire an attorney with relative experience.
Since there are many Virginia personal injury attorneys out there with experience, you need to also think about which one makes you most comfortable. Some lawyers will be perfect for your personality type; others not so much.
If you have a case, there is no denying that you are probably in a hurry to hire a Virginia personal injury attorney. Just make sure you take your time so you get involved with the right person.
