Overweight Big Rigs: Danger Driving On Virginia Roads | Virginia Truck Accident Lawyers   

One of the reasons that trucks cause so much havoc on Virginia highways and interstate is their sheer size and weight in comparison to other vehicles on the road. Big, heavy trucks are hard to stop, hard to maneuver, and hard to turn. In addition, heavy trucks can crush smaller cars - and everyone who is inside. Finally, bigger trucks mean bigger blind spots and no-see zones.

Why Do Truck Accidents Lead To So Many Fatalities?   

Trucks are a minority on the roads, and yet they account for a large number of traffic accidents and highway deaths. Why are trucks responsible for so many accidents in the United States? In this article, we cover the important factors that often lead to serious truck accidents.

Truck Accident Legal Help for Norfolk and Virginia Beach   

Breit, Drescher and Imprevento is a Virginia injury law firm based in Norfolk and Virginia Beach. As an injury law firm in one of the busiest port cities in Virginia, we represent more than our fair share of people who have been injured due to the negligence or incompetence of truck drivers. Accidents caused by commercial trucks or tractor trailers are almost guaranteed to cause serious injuries to the victims. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident with a commercial truck in Norfolk, Virginia Beach or Tidewater, contact Breit, Drescher and Imprevento for a free legal consultation today.

The Causes of Truck Accidents in Virginia

Truck accident attorneys Breit, Drescher and Imprevento are currently accepting cases involving those who have been injured due to the negligence of truck drivers. Virginia Beach and Norfolk has some of the heaviest truck and tractor trailer traffic on the east coast. An accident with a truck or tractor trailer almost guarantees severe injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck of tractor trailer accident in the Norfolk, Virginia Beach or Tidewater area, contact Breit, Drescher and Imprevento for a free legal consultation today.

The Anatomy of an Eighteen Wheeler   

If you have been injured in a truck accident in Norfolk or Virginia Beach, having an attorney with experience in trucking accidents is crucial in getting a fair settlement. The attorneys at Breit Drescher Imprevento & Walker have years of experience in securing fair settlements for those who have been injured by trucks due to no fault of their own. If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, contact our offices for a free legal consultation today.

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Surgical Errors   

The Law Offices of Breit Drescher Imprevento & Walker help citizens all over the Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Tidewater area receive fair compensation for their injuries. That includes victims of medical malpractice and surgical errors. If you or a loved one has suffered from medical malpractice or a surgical error, contact the Breit, Drescher and Imprevento for a free legal consultation today.

A List of Unforgivable Medical Errors   

While some medical mistakes are minor and can be easily remedied with no side effects, there are some errors that are so grievous that there is no excuse for them happening at all.

Hospitals Are Charging for Medical Errors   

What right thinking business would charge customers for mistakes? Hospitals seem to have no problems doing so.

It's Not Just Between You and Your Doctor   

Whenever healthcare reform is mentioned no one seems to bring up insurance companies. Considering they are the ones responsible for paying for your healthcare, we think it's time that insurance reform was discussed.

High Profile Prescription Error Leads to Lawsuit  

Dennis Quaid almost lost his newborn twins because of a prescription error. But the real problem wasn’t with the medical staff at the hospital, but rather with the packaging of the medication.

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Serious Injuries And ATV Accidents | Serious Injury Lawyer in MD, VA, and DC   

ATVs are gaining popularity every year, especially in rural areas and on farms and ranches. However, ATV accidents, injuries, and fatalities also increase every year. Read about statistics about ATV accidents, common reasons for ATV accidents, and ATV accident facts.

Burn Injuries | Virginia Burn Injury Attorney   

Learn some interesting and sometimes shocking burn injury statistics as well as some of the lasting consequences of serious burn injuries.

Common Causes of Burn Injuries | Virginia Burn Injury Attorney   

Over one million people suffer a serious burn injury each year - and 4,500 people die from burn injuries. Learn about what the most common causes of burn injuries are and who is most at risk for certain types of burn injuries.

Construction Site Injuries And Construction Site Accidents

Construction site accidents happen often in Virginia - and many of these on-the-job construction site injuries and fatalities could have been prevented but for the negligence of construction companies. Learn more about the most common types of construction site accidents and injuries.

Virginia Boating Accident Injuries   

Boating and boat recreation can be fun for the whole family - but with summer approaching, it is important to understand the most common causes of boat accident injuries in Virginia. A few simple safety precautions and a little bit of knowledge could save you a tragic experience and serious consequences.

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What Is A Black Box Warning? | Dangerous Prescription Drug Attorney   

A black box warning or black label warning is the most serious warning the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) can require on a prescription drug package. It offers patients a list of adverse side effects the drug can have that could lead to serious health problems or even death.

Which Drugs Are On The FDA’s Potential Risk List?   

Some drugs are not just recalled when there is a problem - they are put on a "potentially dangerous" drug list by the FDA although the drugs themselves may still remain on the shelves. Do you know which drugs may be a health risk, but may still be prescribed to you?

A List of Drug Recalls   

Breit Drescher Imprevento & Walker is the premier injury law firm in the Tidewater area of Virginia. With offices in downtown Norfolk, we are able to provide first rate legal counsel for injury victims in Virginia Beach, Hampton, Suffolk, Chesapeake and Newport News. For as long as we have been in practice, our focus has been helping Virginia injury victims receive the most compensation we can possibly obtain on their behalf. Part of our practice is in helping those who have been injured due to the use of unsafe prescription drugs. If you or a loved one has been injured due to the use of prescription drugs that were manufactured and marketed with little regard to your safety, contact the Norfolk, Virginia injury law firm of Breit, Drescher and Imprevento.

The FDA's Adverse Event Reporter: Inadequate   

Virginia attorneys Breit Drescher Imprevento & Walker are accepting clients who have suffered injuries due to dangerous prescription drugs. The FDA has released safety information about certain drugs, but does very little to correct any potential problems. If you or a loved one has suffered from injury or death due to dangerous prescription drugs, contact Breit, Drescher and Imprevento for a free legal consultation today.

The FDA Stands Up to Big Pharmaceuticals   

The FDA has ordered new transparency in the testing methods of major pharmaceutical companies.

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Defective Umbrella Strollers | Virginia Dangerous Child Product Attorneys   

Two large recalls by two different baby product companies have many wondering whether umbrella strollers with exposed hinges are ever safe. Although federal regulations allow umbrella strollers, dozens of amputation injuries in the past ten years have stroller companies recalling and repairing their products.

Defective Baby Cribs | Crib Safety | Virginia Defective Crib Lawyers   

We assume that the safest place for our babies are at home in their cribs - but unfortunately this may not be the case. Two large drop-side crib recalls have shined a spotlight on the dangers of defective cribs and the possibility of infant and toddler suffocation.

FDA: Ten Most Dangerous Foods | Food Poisoning & Product Liability Attorney  

The Food & Drug Administration has released a list of the ten foods most likely to harbor food-borne illnesses and cause injury or death. These foods, which include leafy greens, eggs, and ice cream, have a higher chance of causing food poisoning than others. The FDA does not recommend that you stop eating these foods, but does suggest preparing them carefully.

Dangerous Products And Your Infant | Virginia Defective Baby Product Lawyers   

You may assume that products you buy for your infant, baby, or toddler are safe -- but that is not necessarily the case. Each year, hundreds of children's products are recalled because they pose an injury risk to children. In this article, we share information about defective baby products and list a few recent recalls of deadly infant and baby items.

US Consumer Product Safety Commission Information   

What agency is responsible for protecting our families from dangerous toys and other consumer products? How does the recall process work in the United States? Find out by reading about the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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Defective Medical Devices: Defective Stents  

Stents are medical devices with a troubled past - a number of stent manufacturers have faced defective medical device lawsuits in the past because of the dangerous and deadly blood clotting issues faced by patients since 2003. Learn more about defective stents.

Defective Saline Breast Implants   

Saline breast implants may improve your appearance or self confidence, but they can be a dangerous health risk that leads to corrective surgeries, infections, lymph node issues, leaks, and ruptures. Learn more about saline breast implants, the FDA, and defective medical devices.

Could Your Heart Defibrillator Or Pacemaker Be Defective?   

Over the past few years, numerous defibrillator medical device companies have made huge defective heart defibrillator recalls. Have you or someone you love been affected by a heart defibrillator with defective wiring? Learn more about defibrillators and pacemakers.

Bad Medical Devices Cost Lives   

Breit Drescher Imprevento & Walker is a Norfolk , Virginia Beach injury law firm that specializes in helping those who have been injured due to no fault of their own. If you or a loved one in the Norfolk, Virginia Beach or Tidewater area has been injured due to a malfunctioning or defective medical device, contact Breit, Drescher and Imprevento for a free legal consultation today.

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Alcohol And Wrongful Death Cases | Dram Stop Laws   

What are dram stop laws, and do Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC, have such laws? What is the connection between alcohol and wrongful death lawsuits? Can a bar be responsible for the actions of its patrons? Find out in this legal article.

Wrongful Death And Loss Of Future Earnings | VA Wrongful Death Lawyer   

Wrongful death cases aren't just emotionally painful - they can be financially devastating. When you lose a key member of your family, you may also lose years of financial support that you are dependent on. In this wrongful death library article, learn more about wrongful death and damages for future earnings.

Wrongful Death And Loss Of Companionship | Virginia Wrongful Death Attorneys    How do you live through losing a loved one who has been killed due to someone else's negligence. In addition to compensation for future wages and medical bills, spouses, parents, and the children of accident victims may seek loss of companionship or loss of consortium damages from the person or entity responsible for their loved one's wrongful death. Examples of Wrongful Death Cases In Virginia   

In what kind of situations do families decide to sue a person, institution, or company for wrongful death? Read about a few examples of wrongful death cases in Virginia.

Common Causes Of Wrongful Death  

When is the death of a loved one a simple accident, and when it is a wrongful death case that deserves legal representation? Learn what the one major sign of a wrongful death case is, and what the most common types of wrongful death are in Virginia.

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Street Racing In Virginia: Illegal And Deadly   

Street racing and illegal drag racing has been glorified by Hollywood, but the reality is that street racing can be deadly and end in manslaughter charges and jail time. Learn about street racing in Virginia and street racing statistics.

Speed Limits On Virginia Interstates – Are Increases Possible?   

Virginia lawmakers have considered raising some VA interstate speed limits from 65 to 70 miles per hour. However, while some believe this can be safely done, others think that this rise in the speed limit could lead to a rise of VA car accidents and VA car accident injuries.

Bristol, VA, Drag Race Shines Spotlight On Car Black Boxes   

A deadly street racing accident in Bristol, Virginia, has had many police officers and car accident lawyers discussing the use of car black boxes as evidence in car accident injury cases. According to the black box in one of the drag racing cars, the vehicle was speeding at 120 miles per hour.

Train Track Safety Tips For Drivers | Railroad Crossing Safety | Virginia Car Accident Lawyers   

Far too many people needlessly die each year in train and car collisions. Many of these accidents could be prevented with a few simple lessons in railroad crossing safety. Learn more about what you should do at train track crossings in order to keep you and your family safe.

National Car Accident Statistics | Car Crash Facts | Virginia Car Accident Attorney   

How many people die each year in car accidents? What are the chances that you will be involved in a car accident in the next five years? What percentage of fatal car accidents involve drinking and driving? What percentage of deadly car accidents involve victims not wearing their seat belts?

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Virginia Motorcycle Accidents: Losing Control of Your Motorcycle   

In many Virginia motorcycle accidents, the motorcyclist becomes injured because he loses control of his bike. Suddenly, the bike veers out of its lane, crosses the centerline, or leaves the roadway. What causes motorcycle riders to lose control of their bikes and cause motorcycle accidents?

Five Ways To Protect Against Motorcycle Injuries in Virginia   

Not all motorcycle accidents can be prevented, but you can minimize your chances of serious injury in a motorcycle accident by following the five motorcycle safety tips below. The easiest way to prevent a motorcycle injury? Follow Virginia motorcycle laws.

Virginia Motorcycle Laws   

If you ride a motorcycle in Virginia, you should be well aware of Virginia's motorcycle laws and Virginia's motorcycle helmet laws. These laws are in place to keep you and other vehicle operators safe - and to prevent motorcycle accidents and motorcycle injures.

Common Motorcycle Injuries in Virginia   

Motorcycle accidents often lead to much more serious injuries than car accidents or truck collisions. Learn about the most common motorcycle accident injuries and why they occur. Also learn how to protect against some of these frequent motorcycle injuries.

How Motorcycle Riders Get Hurt   

Breit, Drescher and Imprevento is a Virginia injury firm based in Norfolk, and serving Virginia Beach, Suffolk, Chesapeake, Hampton and Newport News. We have helped those in the Tidewater area receive fair compensation for their injuries, and one particularly important part of our practice is helping those who have been injured in motorcycle accidents. Partner Mike Imprevento is an avid motorcyclist, so he understands the dangers of other drivers and the sometimes heartless tactics of insurance companies. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident anywhere in Virginia Beach or Tidewater, contact the law offices of Breit Drescher Imprevento & Walker for a free legal consultation today.

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Breit Drescher Imprevento & Walker recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine [PDF]   

Jack Drescher, Jeffrey Breit, Michael Imprevento named Super Lawyers for 2006. Breit Drescher Imprevento & Walker, PC has a reputation for large verdicts - in fact, it has won several of the largest awards in Virginia’s history. The firm’s lawyers are proud of the winning record they’ve established protecting the rights of victims of automobile accidents, medical malpractice, defective products and other injuries.

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Examples Of Slip And Fall Injuries In Virginia   

Slips and falls are one of the most common accidents - and in some cases, these serious slip and fall injuries could have been prevented. Read some common examples of slip and fall cases in which someone was negligent other than the slip and fall victim.

Are Doctors Liable If They Say, “I’m Sorry”?   

If your doctor has some bad medical news for your or your family, can he or she say, "I'm sorry?" Virginia lawmakers are debating whether or not doctor's empathetic apologies should be admissible as evidence in medical malpractice lawsuits.

The Harsh Education of Senator Trent Lott   

Mississippi Senator Trent Lott was a strong supporter of tort reform, but he became embroiled in a lawsuit with State Farm over damages to his house. Did his treatment by big insurance change his attitude?

While we're on the Subject of "Frivolous Lawsuits..."   

Tort Reform Organizations go on and on about how "frivolous lawsuits" are clogging up our legal system. But they never seem to mention that most of the "frivolous lawsuits" are filed by corporations.

Virginia Beach and Norfolk Car Accident Attorneys: New Insurance Report from the American Association of Justice [PDF]   

As car accident attorneys in Norfolk and Virginia Beach, one significant part of our practice is helping people who have been injured receive fair treatment and compensation from their insurance companies. This report from the American Association of Justice explains why this can be such a difficult task.

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