Doug Landau “beats the heat” at the 1st Annual “Spotsy Sprint” YMCA Triathlon, and then helps “Racin’ Mason” in her first race

Driving down to Fredericksburg, past the Courthouse where many serious injury cases have been won, Doug Landau could not help but notice the temperature rising to record levels.  Nevertheless, the Triathlon Trial Lawyer performs well in high heat and humidity.  He was confident, having won the Biathlon (Swim-Run) at the Spotsylvania YMCA 2 years ago.…

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When the store manager offers me money after I fall, doesn’t it mean they admit it’s their fault ?

No.  Not necessarily.  The manager on duty may simply be offering to pay you out of the store’s “MedPay” insurance, which pays regardless of fault.  It is usually limited in amount ($500, $1,000 or even $5,000). Premises Liability MedPay checks are not an indication of fault or negligence.  They do not prove anything, and would…

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If the driver who smashes into me has no insurance and no money, does that mean I get nothing ?

Not necessarily.  If you have your own auto coverage, or are covered under another member of your household’s policy, you may have “UNinsured Motorist” coverage.  This type of insurance is generally mandatory for Virginia drivers.  This insurance may enable you to collect against your own insurance policy.  Your insurance company can then go against the…

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