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Injuries and accidents are a fact of life – they happen every day and in so many ways.  Sometimes “accidents happen”, but more often than not an accident occurs for a reason.  Very often accidents happen because someone was careless or not paying attention – and that someone should be held responsible.  If you are reading this, you may have been seriously injured in an accident, or affected by a serious accident which a family member or other loved one is suffering from.  You may be looking for justice and seeking help with the fallout from that accident, but you aren’t sure where to turn.

If you’re a Virginia or North Carolina resident looking for attorneys who are experienced in helping victims of serious accidents, then you’ve come to the right place.  The attorneys at Tavss Fletcher have over 100 years of combined experience with personal injury law.  They have tried, and successfully settled, serious and complex cases including auto accidents, drunk driving accidents, premises liability accidents, boating and water-related accidents, burn injuries,  traumatic brain injuries, injuries from defective products, spinal cord injuries, animal bite injuries, closed head injuries, and much more.  We can get you the results that you deserve.

Tavss Fletcher proudly serves Virginia and North Carolina, including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, the Eastern Shore counties of Accomack and Northampton, and Gloucester, Surry, Southampton, Isle of Wight, James City and York counties in Virginia, and the counties of Currituck, Dare, Gates, Herford, Perquimans, Pasquotank, Camden and Bertie in Northeastern North Carolina.

Understanding Injury Accident Cases

If you’ve been injured in an accident, collecting all of the important information is key.  It is very important to record as much information as possible, including the time, date, location, a detailed description of what happened, the contact information for any witnesses, and any information you have about the responsible person(s).  You should also refrain from signing any documents or speaking to the responsible person’s insurance company until you have consulted with an attorney yourself.  Sometimes, even helpful information you provide after an accident can later be used against you.  If you have signed any documents or spoken to the responsible party or their attorney, be sure to let your attorney know when you first speak to him.

To successfully recover damages from the person or company who caused the accident, you must be able to show that the person or company was negligent, which means that you must be able to show: 

  • That the person who caused the injury owed you a legal duty at the time
  • That the person who caused the injury failed to carry out that duty
  • That you suffered damages, or were injured in some fashion, and
  • That these damages were caused as a result of this person’s failure to carry out his or her duty

If you were injured by a defective product, in order for you to recover damages you must establish that:

  • The product that injured you was defective in its manufacture or design, or there was no adequate warning given to you of the product’s potential dangerousness, and
  • The defective manufacture or design of the product, or its lack of adequate warnings, caused you damages, or injuries

In Virginia and North Carolina, if more than one person was responsible for your accident, each person can be held accountable for the total amount of damages under the principle of joint and several liability.

What can Tavss Fletcher do for you?

Personal injury lawyers seek justice for people like you who have been injured by the action – or inaction – of others.  We are familiar with all applicable state and federal laws, and have extensive experience with accident reconstruction, the expert witnesses you will need to prove your case, the insurance adjusters who will evaluate your claim, and others who will be involved in your case.

A skilled, experienced law firm like Tavss Fletcher will work with you to secure the maximum compensation you are entitled to.  Under Virginia and North Carolina law, we can work with you to recover damages for:

  • Your medical expenses incurred because of the accident, both now and in the future
  • Any lost earnings due to time away from work in the past (this includes time you are away from your job to visit the doctor or attend therapy)
  • Any earnings you will continue to lose due to the impact your injuries have had on your future earning ability
  • Damage to your property (for example, your car if you were in a motor vehicle accident)
  • Any permanent disability or disfigurement you may have suffered
  • The emotional distress you experience as a result of your injuries
  • Hired help if you are unable to perform your routine household chores
  • Additional costs incurred as a result of your injury

Please contact Tavss Fletcher today for an evaluation of your injury accident case, and see how we can put our extensive experience to work for you.

TAVSS FLETCHER
RBC Centura
555 East Main Street, 14th Floor
Norfolk, VA 23510
Telephone: (757) 625-1214
Facsimile: (757) 622-7295

Tavss Fletcher proudly serves Virginia and North Carolina, including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, the Eastern Shore counties of Accomack and Northampton, and Gloucester, Surry, Southampton, Isle of Wight, James City and York counties in Virginia, and the counties of Currituck, Dare, Gates, Herford, Perquimans, Pasquotank, Camden and Bertie in Northeastern North Carolina.

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  • Virginia.gov- Aggressive Driving Information   
    Description: Like many state agencies and concerned citizens, the Virginia DMV is attempting to bring attention to the issue of aggressive driving. This behavior is not only irritating; it’s dangerous. Please read on to learn more about the ways that the Virginia DMV is working to decrease the number of aggressive drivers on our roadways.
  • Three BIG Mistakes Made by Virginia & North Carolina Auto Accident Victims   
    Description: Hurt in a car or truck crash? Read this article right now to make sure that you don’t make one of the three big mistakes that many Virginia and North Carolina auto accident victims make. These errors could cost you your case!
  • Virginia / NC Auto Accident Lawyer Discusses Dangers of Drowsy Driving   
    Description: There is no question that driving while tired can be hazardous to your safety and the safety of other road users. If you’ve been injured in Virginia or North Carolina because of a drowsy driver, you deserve fair and just compensation for your injuries and suffering.
  • Toyota Recalls for Unintended Acceleration and Braking Problems   
    Description: The massive Toyota recall has drivers in Virginia and North Carolina asking: is my car involved? Was the Toyota vehicle that hit me a part of the recall? What can I do if I own a Toyota? Here we summarize information from three of the recent Toyota recalls involving unintended acceleration and braking problems.
  • Do you need a lawyer for your auto accident case?   
    Description: After a serious auto accident you may be wondering if you need to hire an attorney. However, you may be worried about what it will cost and if a lawyer could even make a difference in your case. Often times auto accident attorneys can do the most good in serious crash cases with major physical injuries or in cases involving a vehicle fatality.
  • When a Shift into Reverse Kills or Maims   
    Description: A recent study by the NHTSA reveals that backup accidents are more dangerous than previously thought. These accidents can happen when an adult or child accidentally or intentionally puts a vehicle into reverse without realizing that another person or child is in the way. New safety features can help mitigate the severity of these accidents, but they are not installed or available on all vehicles.
  • How safe is your car in a rollover crash?   
    Description: The list of 2010 Top Safety Pick awards from the IIHS is out, and the list is surprisingly short. This model year only 27 vehicles made the grade, compared to 94 last year. What changed? This year IIHS included rollover testing as a factor for making it onto their list, a change that knocked many popular vehicles out of contention. With so many vehicles failing to make the grade when it comes to roof strength, the question is – are manufactures doing enough to keep occupants safe?
  • How careless drivers cause night-time traffic accidents   
    Description: The death rate for night-time driving is three times as high as it is for daytime driving, with weekend nights being the deadliest of all times to drive. Why are drivers so much more reckless at night than during the day? There are several factors that contribute to serious car crashes after dark in Virginia and North Carolina.
  • The war on texting while driving   
    Description: There’s a national epidemic that is killing nearly six thousand people a year and injuring over half a million more. What is this terrible scourge? It is distracted driving, an issue that is being taken on at the highest levels of our federal government. Expect to see more laws, restrictions and penalties on texting while driving, cell phone use behind the wheel, and other related driving distractions.
  • Accident Preparedness: Do you have ICE in your cell phone?   
    Description: Nobody plans to be involved in a serious auto accident, but they happen every day to thousands of men, women and children. What can you do to improve your odds of surviving a car or truck crash? AAA recommends putting ICE in your cell phone. ICE (In Case of Emergency) is a way for emergency responders to find out who you are and any relevant medical information that could save your life.
  • Top Ten Tips for Keeping Kids Safe on Virginia and North Carolina Roads   
    Description: The start of school every year is an exciting time for kids – and a frustrating experience for commuters who have to pass through school zones or residential areas full of children. Nobody wants to cause a serious or fatal car crash, so now that school is in session, use these ten tips to keep yourself – and the school kids around you – safe this year.
  • Crash your new car? Get ready for an expensive repair bill!   
    Description: Nothing beats driving a new car on Virginia or North Carolina roads. However, if you get into an accident with that new car, you might be singing the blues when you see the repair bill. The high cost of repairing modern vehicles means that some insurance companies will do everything they can to avoid paying for your claim.
  • Why are holiday weekends so dangerous on Virginia and North Carolina roads?   
    Description: Are you planning to hit the road over a long holiday weekend? Consider yourself warned: holidays can be a dangerous time on Virginia and North Carolina roads, for a variety of reasons. Accidents can be caused by drivers who are intoxicated, tired, angry, or distracted. Keep your eye open for dangerous drivers, and make sure you don’t engage in any unsafe behavior.
  • Distracted Driving: A Growing Danger on Virginia Roads   
    Description: Distracted driving. It is a term that is becoming more popular in the press these days as law enforcement officials and legislators try to spread the word about the dangers of driving while performing other tasks. Probably the most pervasive distracted driving behavior is talking on a cell phone while driving. Cell phone distracted drivers cause thousands of accidents every year and seriously injure or kill many Virginians.
  • The Price Paid for Automobile Accidents and Injuries   
    Description: Just imagine what it would look like if the costs for all the motor vehicle accidents across the United States were tallied up every year. This kind of information is available from the National Safety Council in an effort to communicate the cost paid by society for traffic crashes. The economic cost for each death and type of injury is included, as well as the comprehensive cost, calculated in an attempt to place a value on human suffering.
  • Car crashes, cell phones and 911: will emergency responders be able to find you?   
    Description: What could be worse than being involved in a serious car crash but having no idea where you are located? What if you called on your cell phone for help, and the emergency responders don’t know where you are, either? Unfortunately, this scenario could happen to you because of the outdated or inaccurate technology used in emergency call centers. Until better technology is available and all centers are upgraded, accident victims will have to hope they can pinpoint their own location after a crash.
  • Road Rage: When extreme emotion leads to serious crashes   
    Description: Road rage – the type of behavior that aggressive drivers engage in to the detriment of those around them – is a serious issue for Virginia drivers. According to a recent 2009 Road Rage survey by AutoVantage, drivers respond to other people’s bad driving with their own questionable behavior. In the survey drivers admitted to honking, cursing, gesturing and even slamming into the rear of another car.
  • Medical conditions that can lead to serious car accidents   
    Description: Driving while impaired by a serious medical condition can have disastrous results. The recent death of a motorist who experienced an unexpected medical event is an example of how health issues can impair a person’s ability to drive safely. Certain health conditions put people at risk of causing a serious car accident, putting themselves and others on the road in danger.
  • Do red light cameras really prevent car crashes in Virginia?   
    Description: Red light running is a problem in many cities, and Virginia Beach is no exception. Experts claim that they can reduce the number of serious and deadly front-to-side impact crashes in intersections, saving lives and cutting down on emergency healthcare costs. However, other studies and skeptics suggest that the cameras are not the panacea advocates claim them to be.
  • Vehicle Event Data Recorders: Big Brother is Watching   
    Description: Event Data Recorders (EDRs) are becoming standard equipment on vehicles sold in the United States, but few people know what they are. These devices are part of the airbag control module and record information in the case of an auto crash. In order to standardize EDR devices, the federal government has stepped in and is requiring vehicle manufacturers to follow guidelines for all EDRs installed in model year 2013 vehicles. As a result, EDR data should safely sustain a crash event, be easier to retrieve, and contain standard information of use to accident investigators and vehicle safety researchers.

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