One major question that courts look at in determining whether to make social network information discoverable to the insurance defense lawyers is the inured victim website user’s expectation of privacy when that information was posted. Any “public” information that is accessible to any person who happens to click on your profile will almost certainly not…
Continue readingIt might. Not only is “Big Brother” watching, but the car accident and liability claims insurance companies are as well. Online social networking websites, such as MySpace and Facebook, have grown exponentially over the last few years. Facebook, in fact, has recently reported that over 500 million people use their service. This phenomenon is certainly…
Continue readingUntil the judge enters the “Final Order,” a personal injury jury trial is not over. And, Virginia law gives the trial judge the power to enter and Order of Additur or Remittitur. Even after a jury’s verdict in a car crash, dog bite or slip and fall accident case, the trial judge in the Commonwealth…
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The bike dismount area at this weekend’s National Triathlon Championship was the scene of crashes, “near misses” and equipment going in all directions. However, race officials did the smart, safe thing – the changed the course for the USAT Sprint National Championships which will be contested at high speed and on wet pavement. The rain…
Continue readingIf you are ever the victim of a car wreck, bike crash or trip and fall accident you will likely experience a loss of wages, have to pay medical bills, and perhaps have to make repairs to or replace your vehicle. Although some car insurance policies include medical pay, (“Medical Payments” or “MedPay” for short)…
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