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	<title>&#34;Before You Talk to the Adjuster&#34;</title>
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		<title>Be Careful Pedestrians: Reese Witherspoon Struck By Car While Walking</title>
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If you are a pedestrian, always remember that drivers aren&#8217;t necessarily looking out for you.  You never know when you might be struck.
Just ask Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon.  She was struck on September 7, 2011, while out jogging.  Details of the accident haven&#8217;t been released, but Witherspoon evidently suffered only minor injuries.
Whether any action against the driver will be taken is also uncertain.
This just serves as reminder to follow some basic rules while out for a stroll or a run.

Remember what you learned as a kid and always look both ways before crossing the street.  This is especially important for runners who may want to try and keep their pace by jogging through an intersection without looking.
Avoid wearing headphones.  It may be nice to have music playing while you are meandering around town, but you won&#8217;t be able to effectively detect cars coming up behind you.
Use sidewalks when possible.  Unfortunately, sidewalks aren&#8217;t everywhere.  You should then obey your state laws as to how you should use the street.  Just do your best to stay alert and stay safe.

Obviously, we never want anyone to experience being struck by a car.  But, if you do need legal advice after an accident, contact [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/09/08/careful-pedestrians-reese-witherspoon-struck-car-walking/</link>
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		<title>Drunk Driving Accidents in Virginia: A Public Menace</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Virginia drunk driving accidents claimed 274 lives in 2010. Paul J. Krause is among the many victims who have been killed this year in alcohol-related crashes.]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/07/31/drunk-driving-accidents-virginia-public-menace/</link>
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		<title>Are Fairfax Motorcycle Accidents on the Rise? It Sure Feels That Way</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Are Fairfax motorcycle accidents on the rise? See what the Virginia Highway Traffic Safety Office has to say about the most recent statistics. ]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/07/30/fairfax-motorcycle-accidents-rise-feels/</link>
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		<title>Learn How to Claim Damages For Personal Injury Due to Motorbike Accident</title>
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Personal injuries can lead to accident compensation claims if the accident has been brought on by the negligence of some other person.  The amount of accident compensation claims granted for personal injury in a motorcycle accident compensation claims depend upon the severity of the injury and whether or not there are any long term consequences of disabilities.  In addition to claiming damages for personal injury, your motorcycle accident claims solicitor can even ask you to provide whole details about some other losses including damages to personal property, as well as your motorbike, loss of wages and any changes in life&#8217;s opportunities or enjoyment because of the injury.
Future losses and expenses is often estimate and also included in the overall claim. Occasionally in motorcycle accident compensation claims where the cause of an accident is not clear and it could be that both drivers were partly to blame. In these circumstances, either or both drivers could take legal action in claiming compensation for just about any injury that they may have experienced. If one party takes action, then the other party may possibly counterclaim and both activities are heard together by the same judge who&#8217;ll apportion blame between all parties [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/07/06/learn-claim-damages-personal-injury-due-motorbike-accident/</link>
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		<title>What Is The Formula For Determining What My Accident Case Is Worth?</title>
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When it comes to determining a fair settlement in a car accident there is no set formula. It will all depend on the unique circumstances surrounding your accident and the various factors that may play into it. It is best to consult with a personal injury attorney to get a better understanding of what your legal options are and the types of compensation you can expect to potentially receive.
In general, there are certain considerations made when it comes to determining a fair settlement in a car accident claim. The first element that you need to determine is who was responsible for the accident. It must be proven that another party was responsible for your car accident, which can be done with different types of evidence.
Documents that would determine negligence in a car accident would be the following:
the police report;
pictures from the accident;
witness statements;
expert testimony;
and other documentation.
Deciding who is responsible for a traffic accident will depend on a number of factors. It would be in your best interest to speak to a personal injury lawyer if you have been involved in an accident and want to file an accident claim.
In order to hold someone liable for damages related to an accident, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/07/05/formula-determining-accident-case-worth/</link>
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		<title>Traumatic Brain Injury</title>
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Our brain injury lawyers have considerable expertise representing individuals who have sustained traumatic brain injuries and closed head injuries. We understand how these injuries impact the victims and their families.
What Is A Traumatic Brain Injury?
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is defined as a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the function of the brain. TBI can result when the head suddenly and violently hits an object, or when an object pierces the skull and enters brain tissue. Not all injuries to the head result in TBI and the severity of the brain injury can range from &#8220;mild&#8221; to &#8220;severe.&#8221;
Traumatic Brain Injury Statistics
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1.4 million people sustain traumatic brain injuries each year in the United States. Of these people 50,000 die, 235,000 are hospitalized, and 1.1 million are treated and released from an emergency department.
Who Has The Highest Risk For Traumatic Brain Injury?
Males are 1.5 more times likely to sustain a traumatic brain injury than females. 0 to 4 year olds and 15 to 19 year olds are the age groups that are at the highest risk and African Americans have the highest death rate [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/07/01/traumatic-brain-injury-2/</link>
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		<title>Commercial Liability Insurance &#8211; Who Really Needs It?</title>
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Commercial liability insurance is more than a luxury, it&#8217;s a requirement for many contractors and even freelancers that may not consider themselves &#8220;contractors&#8221;. Having liability insurance coverage will protect you from unexpected losses and unforeseen events.
Commercial liability insurance is also for many professional that do not fall under the typical contractor label. Freelancers such as consultants in design and engineering give opinions to clients who then act on their advice. If a client will be acting on your advice and making decisions based on your opinion, you could be liable if anything goes wrong later on.
Some other professions that fall under a freelance umbrella are management consultants, project managers and program managers. As an independent contractor neither worker&#8217;s compensation nor employers liability will give you protection against liability claims. One serious claim could cost you your business.
How much coverage do you need?
Contractor liability base coverage of two millions dollars is generally recommended as a good starting point. Even with that amount of coverage, a reasonably priced policy can be found. Usually a down payment is required and the remaining payments are spread out over nine to ten months, so there&#8217;s no reason not to have the proper coverage.
When choosing an [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/06/23/commercial-liability-insurance/</link>
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		<title>Legal Complications Concerning Motorcycle Accidents</title>
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Motorcycle accidents usually have dire consequences. Because the driver is not as well protected as they would be in a car or truck, the injuries can be much more serious. The driver also has to keep watch for other vehicles that are not paying attention to their surroundings. Since there are so many factors involved, there are many other legal ramifications when an accident happens that go beyond the simple property damage issue.
Essentially the owner is hit twice in any crash. The first hit, of course, is the crash itself. The injuries and property damage can be devastating. The second hit comes from reduced claim payments by the insurance industry. There are many factors that are included in the insurance that may exclude certain claims depending on the circumstances.
Many claims go unpaid or are settled for less. The industry often takes a bigger hit on the claims for injury in this type of crash. Because of this, they often make it much more difficult to receive the claim payment. Often, people simply give up and settle for much less than they should expect to receive. This can leave someone who is permanently injured struggling to pay bills that built up [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/06/21/legal-complications-motorcycle-accidents/</link>
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		<title>Truck Accidents: What To Do After One Has Ocurred</title>
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You get into an accident with a truck and immediately your mind is racing with thoughts about what to do in order to get things back to the way they were. You are propably not thinking about hiring a personal injury attorney right away, but it something that you should consider so that your rights are protected. This way you can focus more on recovering, instead of on the financial burdens of an accident.
When You Are Still at the Crash Scene
If events were to transpire in such a way that you are able to get your bearings after a truck accident, put a call out to 911 immediately. The odds of getting in a truck accident and having minor damages are very small; therefore, you should call 911 immediately to secure the scene and provide medical care to injured victims.
The following additional 6 tips can help you in determining what to do after an accident:
Stay where the accident occurred until the police tell you that it is okay to leave;
take photos of where the accident occurred, if possible;
record every detail possible about the truck that hit you;
collect the names of anyone who saw the accident take place;
go to the doctor [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/06/20/truck-accidents-ocurred/</link>
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		<title>Types of Michigan No-Fault Benefits</title>
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Michigan wage and Income loss benefit may be received when injured in a car accident. You are entitled to receive 85% of your gross pay, including overtime, or loss of income for the first three years from the date of the accident, if you are disabled as a result of the accident. This applies to self-employment and many times to those who were not employed at the time of the accident.
To file this type of claim you submit it to the insurance adjusted assigned to your claim. You should submit your claim for wage loss benefits every thirty days, but claims for wage loss claims must be submitted within one year of the date of your disability.
Michigan medical bills, prescription costs, and other expenses benefit can be collected if all medical bills that are reasonable and necessary and related to your car accident are covered by the no-fault insurance company. There is no limit on the amount of money the no-fault insurance company must pay for. The only requirement is that the medical bills are reasonable and necessary for your care, recovery, and rehabilitation.
In-home nursing care/attendant care benefits are also included in these medical benefits for those who need attendance [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fairfaxaccidentattorney.com/2011/06/17/types-michigan-nofault-benefits/</link>
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