In a word, “no’ according to Herndon injury lawyer Doug Landau of ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd. The Fairfax, Leesburg and Loudoun injury lawyer belongs to 5 state bars, so sees the difference between the various jurisdictions. In most states, a lawyer must belong to the state bar association, pay annual dues and attend a minimum number…
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In Virginia, if you are found dead at your workplace, there is a presumption that it is work-related. But, if you go into a coma, or die a day or month later, then it is not presumed to be a compensable workers compensation case and the claim may be denied if someone else cannot explain…
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Having tried numerous job injury cases, Herndon injury lawyer Doug Landau is constantly asked why doesn’t OSHA do more to protect innocent workers who are injured or killed on the job. It has been nearly 40 since the Occupational Safety and Health Act was enacted to protect workers. Now, workers, organized labor and members of…
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According to the International Conference on Concussion in Sports, children and teens require different treatment for concussions, head trauma and brain injuries than adults. The guidelines, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, say children and teens must be strictly monitored and activities restricted. After a concussion: no return to the field of play,…
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Here’s a “shout out” to former ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd. law clerks Jaimy Serbin and Gwen Rogers. The Herndon Reston area injury and disability firm’s record for law clerks from GMU passing the bar is 100%. Many past clerks have gone on to successful careers here in Virginia and in other states. Dawn Boyce and Laurie…
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