https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/Silverman Law Firm LC | Blog2023-12-18T11:37:00-05:00https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/12/18/legal-liability-for-prescription-errors-215451Legal Liability for Prescription ErrorsPrescription errors can have serious consequences, jeopardizing patient health and safety. In the complex realm of healthcare, understanding liability for prescription errors is crucial for both medical professionals and patients alike.
2023-12-18T11:37:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2023/12/18/legal-liability-for-prescription-errors-215451https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/08/23/silverman-law-gold-level-sponsor-215020Silverman Law Gold Level Sponsor of 2023 Heart of Virginia Bike FestHeart of Virginia Bike Festival is coming up in just 16 days. I'm the Vice-President of RABA and my firm is a proud Gold Level sponor of the event. We'll have some swag to share with the riders. I will be riding the 100 mile century route. Our daughter will be volunteering. In addition to enjoying the beautiful, low traffic roads of Hanover and Caroline Counties, we'll be raising money for Bikes for Kids and the Brain Injury Association of Virginia. Please consider registering or volunteering. https://www.heartofvabikefestival.org/
2023-08-23T12:20:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2023/08/23/silverman-law-gold-level-sponsor-215020https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/08/09/role-of-punitive-damages-in-214998Role of Punitive Damages in Virginia Drunk Driving Accident CasesDrunk driving accidents continue to be a grave concern, causing irreparable harm to innocent lives. The legal system has devised punitive measures to discourage this reckless behavior and ensure justice is served. One such measure is punitive damages, which play a vital role in holding intoxicated drivers accountable for their actions. Under Virginia law, up to $350,000 may be collected for punitive damages.
2023-08-09T14:27:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruedrunk-driving, punitive-damages/2023/08/09/role-of-punitive-damages-in-214998https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/07/21/what-is-the-difference-between-214964What is the Difference Between General District and Circuit Court?General District Court and the Circuit Court in Virginia serve different purposes and handle cases of varying complexity. While the former deals with smaller civil claims and misdemeanor cases, the latter takes on more significant civil disputes and felony cases. The decision whether to file in General District Court or Circuit Court is one of the most important decisions to be made in our cases.
2023-07-21T11:22:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2023/07/21/what-is-the-difference-between-214964https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/07/19/silverman-law-gold-level-sponsor-214958Silverman Law Gold Level Sponsor of 2023 Heart of Virginia Bike FestSilverman Law Firm is proud to be a gold level sponsor of one the largest charity cycling events in Virginia. The Heart of Virginia Bike Festival offers routes between 10 and 102 miles all in support of two worthy charities: Bikes for Kids and Brain Injury Association of Virginia.
2023-07-19T13:42:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2023/07/19/silverman-law-gold-level-sponsor-214958https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/06/28/liability-of-home-health-agencies-214891Liability of Home Health Agencies in VirginiaAs the demand for home healthcare services continues to rise, it is essential to explore the liability of home health agencies in Virginia particularly for patient injuries. These agencies play a crucial role in providing skilled care and assistance to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. In this blog post, we will delve into the key aspects of liability for home health agencies in Virginia.
2023-06-28T10:57:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruehome-health-agency, malpractice, virginia/2023/06/28/liability-of-home-health-agencies-214891https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/06/22/the-alarming-rise-in-pedestrian-214868The Alarming Rise in Pedestrian Accidents: Understanding the CrisisIn recent years, a troubling trend has emerged on our streets and roads: a significant rise in pedestrian and bicycle accidents. The safety of pedestrians and cyclists, some of the most vulnerable groups on our streets, is under threat. The increased incidence of these tragic accidents demands immediate attention and a collective effort to understand the underlying causes, raise awareness, and implement effective measures to prevent further tragedies. Why is this happening in Virginia? Distracted Driving: One of the primary factors contributing to the surge in pedestrian and cycling accidents is the rise of distracted driving. With the prevalence of smartphones, drivers are increasingly engaging in activities that divert their attention from the road. Texting, talking on the phone, or using mobile apps while driving can have devastating consequences, leading to a lack of awareness of pedestrians crossing the street or walking on the sidewalks.
2023-06-22T12:15:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2023/06/22/the-alarming-rise-in-pedestrian-214868https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/06/22/big-changes-coming-july-1-214866Big Changes Coming July 1 for Virginia Auto Accident Insurance LawOn July 1, 2023, Virginia's underinsured motorist law will substantially change in favor of the insured. If you are harmed in a collision, you be able to collect from the responsible driver's insurance plus your own insurance policy.
2023-06-22T11:33:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruevirginia-automobile-accident, underinsured-motorist/2023/06/22/big-changes-coming-july-1-214866Virginia https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/06/09/josh-silverman-recognized-in-virginia-214815Josh Silverman Recognized in Virginia Super Lawyers 2023Virginia Super Lawyers has recognized Josh Silverman in the category of Plaintiff's Personal Injury for 2023.
2023-06-09T16:23:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruevirginia-super-lawyers/2023/06/09/josh-silverman-recognized-in-virginia-214815https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/05/24/the-art-of-freedom-ii-214740The Art of Freedom IISilverman Law Firm is proud to be a sponsor of the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia's newest exhibit The Art of Freedom II.
2023-05-24T14:26:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsefalse/2023/05/24/the-art-of-freedom-ii-214740https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/04/06/silverman-law-sponsors-cycling-team-214333Silverman Law Sponsors Cycling Team to End Multiple SclerosisSilverman Law Firm is co-sponsoring the largest cycling team in central Virginia dedicated to raising money to end MS. Our team has 74 members and we have set an ambitious goal of raising $100,000 for the MS Society to help those living with MS and to support research to end MS.
2023-04-06T13:20:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsefalse/2023/04/06/silverman-law-sponsors-cycling-team-214333Bike MShttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2023/01/04/staffing-shortages-continue-at-nursing-213983Staffing Shortages Continue at Nursing HomesA recent survey found that 94% of nursing homes and assisted living facilities remain understaffed three years into the pandemic.
2023-01-04T13:16:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2023/01/04/staffing-shortages-continue-at-nursing-213983https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2022/09/15/do-you-have-enough-auto-213422Do you have enough auto insurance coverage?Virginia set minimal insurance requirements decades away and they have not kept up with inflation. Today all you need to have is $30,000 in coverage and you have complied with the law, but you are in no way financially protected. One trip to the emergency room can cost upwards of $50,000 and that's without any serious injuries. My advice: ask you agent what it would cost to raise your coverage. You'd be surpised to learn that it isn't much.
2022-09-15T11:14:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2022/09/15/do-you-have-enough-auto-213422https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2022/08/03/nursing-homes-owned-by-private-213285Nursing Homes Owned By Private Equity Groups Have Bad Patient OutcomesA new study shows that nursing homes that have been purchased by private equity groups are more likely to have poor patient outcomes (i.e. hospitalizations, injuries, and deaths) verse nursing homes that are not owned by private equity groups.
2022-08-03T11:27:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruenursing-home-virginia-injury/2022/08/03/nursing-homes-owned-by-private-213285https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2022/05/05/josh-silverman-recognized-in-virginia-212925Josh Silverman Recognized in Virginia SuperLawyers for Personal InjuryJosh Silverman was recently honored by 2022 Virginia and West Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine in the category of Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law
2022-05-05T09:10:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2022/05/05/josh-silverman-recognized-in-virginia-212925https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2022/04/26/josh-silverman-presents-at-nursing-212817Josh Silverman Presents at Nursing Home Litigation SeminarJosh Silverman had the privilege to give a lecture on legal ethics to experienced nursing home attorneys. We discussed the ethics of interviewing current and former employees of nursing homes and assisted living facilities, wrongful death cases, and liens.
2022-04-26T10:08:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsefalsenursing-home-lawsuit, legal-ethics, wrongful-death/2022/04/26/josh-silverman-presents-at-nursing-212817Legal Ethicshttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2019/08/30/silverman-law-firm-is-a-201431Silverman Law Firm is a Sponsor of Heart of Virginia Bike FestivalThe Heart of Virginia Bike Festival is a charity bike ride that contributes 100% of the proceeds to Bikes for Kids and the Brain Injury Association of Virginia. These are two fabulous charities. Bikes fo Kids provides several hundred bicycles and helmets for underprivileged children in the Richmond area. The BIAVA provides support to Virginians who have suffered head injuries. As a sponsor we get several free registrations that we will donate to Sportables (another great charity) that works with athletes who require adaptative equipment or additional assistance. Many of them will leave me in the dust.
2019-08-30T11:10:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2019/08/30/silverman-law-firm-is-a-201431Hanover, Bikes for Kids, Brain Injury Association https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2019/05/06/josh-silverman-recognized-in-virginia-198283Josh Silverman Recognized in Virginia SuperLawyers 2019Virginia SuperLawyers recognized Josh Silverman as a Top Rated Personal Injury Attorney in Richmond, Virginia.
2019-05-06T11:26:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2019/05/06/josh-silverman-recognized-in-virginia-198283Virginia SuperLawyers 2019 personal injuryhttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2019/02/18/silverman-law-firm-is-the-196591Silverman Law Firm is the Beer Sponsor of the Icicle Charity Bike RideSilverman Law Firm is a proud sponsor of RABA's Icicle Bike Ride and Fundraiser on February 24, 2019. The ride supports 2 great charities: Bikes for Kids and Soles4Souls. I'm not asking for financial contributions, just asking you to come out and have a great time.
2019-02-18T12:05:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2019/02/18/silverman-law-firm-is-the-196591https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2019/02/07/think-college-is-expensive-guess-196331Think college is expensive? Guess how much nursing home care costsFor the first time ever, the average nursing home bed costs over $100,000 a year. Who is going to pay for it? (Hint it is not Mexico). If you live in Virginia or one of 28 other states, you may be paying for your parents' nursing home costs under a legal doctrine called filial responsibility.
2019-02-07T08:40:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruenursing-home, long-term-care-insurance, filial-responsibility/2019/02/07/think-college-is-expensive-guess-196331https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2018/10/12/frivolous-lawsuits-another-perspective-194069Frivolous lawsuits? Another perspective.The number of personal injury lawsuits filed have fallen drastically in the last couple decades in the United States. This includes medical malpractice and automobile accidents. Please take a moment to watch this video which both explains the importance of our civil justice system and how it differs from the criminal justice system.
2018-10-12T10:58:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruefrivolous-lawsuit/2018/10/12/frivolous-lawsuits-another-perspective-194069https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2017/11/21/will-artificial-intelligence-replace-nurses-187613Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Nurses?Attached is an interesting article from Forbes magazine about artificial intelligence in assisted living facilities. We see the trend of automation in our cars, coffee shops, work places ... basically everywhere. It is already in nursing homes and assisted living facilities and the trend will continue. The question is whether it is for the better?
2017-11-21T10:18:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2017/11/21/will-artificial-intelligence-replace-nurses-187613Assisted Living Facilityhttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2017/08/30/5-steps-for-choosing-an-1858415 Steps for Choosing an Assisted Living FacilityChoosing an assisted living facility is a daunting task. In this BLOG post we discussed five steps for picking a quality assisted living facility focusing on Virginia facilities.
2017-08-30T11:01:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsefalseassisted-living-facility/2017/08/30/5-steps-for-choosing-an-185841https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2017/08/28/supporting-the-victims-of-hurricane-185785Supporting the Victims of Hurricane HarveyThe graffic scenes of devastation to the communities are Houston is shocking. It is hard to imagine a years worth of rain falling in less than one week. Please considering joining us in supporting the American Red Cross' disaster relief efforts at http://www.redcross.org/
2017-08-28T16:47:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruehurricane-harvey, red-cross/2017/08/28/supporting-the-victims-of-hurricane-185785https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2017/07/31/join-silverman-law-firm-on-185081Join Silverman Law Firm on the Heart of Virginia 2017 Century RideWe are proud to be a sponsor of the Heart of Virginia 2017 Century charity bike. The ride supports Bikes for Kids and the Brain Injury Association of Virginia. Bikes for Kids provides hundreds of low income children with bicycles and helmuts each year through the Christmas Mother. The Brain Injury Association of Virginia provides information and personal support for the thousands of Virginans who struggle on a daily basis with the effects of a brain injury.
2017-07-31T13:09:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrueheart-of-virginia-century/2017/07/31/join-silverman-law-firm-on-185081Heart of Virginia 2017https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2017/07/12/welcome-sophia-sam-to-our-184659Welcome Sophia Sam to our TeamWe are pleased to welcome Sophia Sam as a paralegal at the Silverman Law Firm team. Sophia brings 17 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in both plaintiff's and defense practices.
2017-07-12T10:18:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2017/07/12/welcome-sophia-sam-to-our-184659Sophia Samhttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2017/04/24/1-5-million-dollar-lawsuit-against-181829$1.5 Million Dollar Lawsuit Against Uninsured Assisted Living FacilityA Williamsburg assisted living facility may be without an attorney and insurance to pay a wrongful death judgment.
2017-04-24T12:00:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrueassisted-living-facility, insurance/2017/04/24/1-5-million-dollar-lawsuit-against-181829Assisted Living Facility Lawsuit in Williamsburghttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2017/04/14/why-do-we-spend-thousands-181647Why do we spend thousands of dollars on expert witnesses?The Virginia Supreme Court has reversed millions of dollars in plaintiffs' verdicts and reversed a defense verdict in the last several months due to unprepared and unqualified experts. It has never been so important to prepare your case with qualified experts who have done all of their homework before testifying.
2017-04-14T13:00:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrueexpert-testimony/2017/04/14/why-do-we-spend-thousands-181647expert testimonyhttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2016/10/21/voter-registration-extended-in-virginia-175737Voter Registration Extended in Virginia Through TodayBy court order, voter registration in Virginia has been extended through today Friday, October 21, 2016. If you have not registered to vote or if you need to update your registration, please do so today. It is your last chance for your opinion to count.
2016-10-21T11:00:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2016/10/21/voter-registration-extended-in-virginia-175737Voter Registration Extended in Virginiahttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2016/02/15/update-on-bicycle-laws-in-167745Update on Bicycle Laws in Virginia
Cyclists have equal rights and responsibilities on the roads in Virginia. Since accidents between cyclists and motorists are increasingly common this blog post is aimed to provide an overview of the state of the law in Virginia.
2016-02-15T14:19:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruebicycle-accident/2016/02/15/update-on-bicycle-laws-in-167745https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2015/11/20/the-insurance-company-has-denied-165135The insurance company has denied my claim due to "contributory negligence." What does that mean?
Under Virginia law, in many cases contributory negligence bars a plaintiff from recovering any damages if he or she shares any responsibility for causing an accident. This is the case even if the defendant is primarily responsible for the accident and the only bears a share share of the fault. There are ways an experienced lawyer can overcome contributory negligence.
2015-11-20T08:59:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrueautomobile-accident, contributory-negligence/2015/11/20/the-insurance-company-has-denied-165135Contributory Negligence in Virginiahttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2015/08/06/jogger-owes-300-000-for-accident-161409Jogger Owes $300,000 for Accident with a Cyclist
In a very unusual case, a Roanoke jury awarded a cyclist $300,000 in a lawsuit against a jogger for making a u-turn right in front of the cyclist.
2015-08-06T11:53:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrueaccident, bicyclist, jogger/2015/08/06/jogger-owes-300-000-for-accident-161409Roanoke jogger cyclist accidenthttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2015/07/15/richmond-nursing-home-terminated-by-160683Richmond Nursing Home Terminated by Medicare
Envoy of Stratford Hills a 196 bed nursing home in Richmond, Va. has been terminated by Medicare for repeatedly failing to comply with nursing home safety regulations.
2015-07-15T13:46:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruenursing-home/2015/07/15/richmond-nursing-home-terminated-by-160683https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2015/03/02/nursing-homes-losing-their-5-155622Nursing homes losing their 5 star rating
Nursing homes in Virginia and around the country are losing their 5 star rating with Medicare. Is nursing home neglect on the rise?
2015-03-02T08:33:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruenursing-home-five-star-rating/2015/03/02/nursing-homes-losing-their-5-155622Nursing homes 5 star rating Virginiahttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2015/02/22/understanding-the-new-uber-law-155380Understanding the New "Uber" Law in Virginia
Virginia's new Uber law will require background checks and $1,000,000 in insurance coverage for passengers using paid ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft.
2015-02-22T10:52:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsefalseuber, lyft, ridesharing, insurance/2015/02/22/understanding-the-new-uber-law-155380Uber, Lyft, Ride Sharing Law in Virginiahttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2015/02/05/court-rules-against-privacy-rights-154762Court Rules Against Privacy Rights on Social Media
Regardless of the privacy settings, more courts are ruling that the plaintiff in personal injury claims must disclose to the defense pictures and posts on social media.
2015-02-05T15:15:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruesocial-media-and-the-law/2015/02/05/court-rules-against-privacy-rights-154762https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2015/01/08/home-health-care-dangers-153512Home health care - dangers of poor training and minimal oversight
The well intentioned trend to help the elderly stay in their homes can lead to neglect and injuries due to insufficient training and poor oversight.
2015-01-08T08:57:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsefalsehome-health/2015/01/08/home-health-care-dangers-153512Home Health Carehttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/12/15/what-s-wrong-with-forced-arbitration-152650What's wrong with Forced Arbitration? This will shock you.
An 88 year old man who is brutally assaulted by a Rent-A-Center employee is denied his day in court due to forced arbitration.
2014-12-15T11:20:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruearbitration/2014/12/15/what-s-wrong-with-forced-arbitration-152650Mandatory Arbitrationhttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/12/11/new-automobile-accident-case-results-152576New Automobile Accident Case Results
On the Silverman Law Firm website, I have added new case results for Virginia automobile accidents.http://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/about-us/case-results
2014-12-11T10:32:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrueautomobile-accident/2014/12/11/new-automobile-accident-case-results-152576Virginia Automobile Accident Case Resultshttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/11/24/silverman-law-wishes-our-clients-151854Silverman Law Wishes Our Clients, Colleagues and Employees a Happy Thanksgiving
We wish all of our clients, colleagues and employees a very happy Thanksgiving!
2014-11-24T09:29:00-05:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsefalse/2014/11/24/silverman-law-wishes-our-clients-151854https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/10/23/what-can-you-do-if-150426What can you do if you are injured by an uninsured driver in Virginia?
Many drivers do not have sufficient insurance to even cover the emergency room bills for an automobile accident much less lost time from work and pain and suffering.
2014-10-23T08:52:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrueautomobile-accident, uninsured-motorist/2014/10/23/what-can-you-do-if-150426Virginia uninsured motoristhttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/10/17/silverman-interviewed-on-wrva-about-150232Silverman Interviewed on WRVA About Parental Liability for Cyberbullying
Under Virginia law, it is unlikely that a parent can be held civilly liable if their child engages in cyberbullying. Listen to the podcast of Josh Silverman's interview about the liability of parents for failing to supervise their children's use of social media.
2014-10-17T09:35:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruecyberbullying-lawsuit/2014/10/17/silverman-interviewed-on-wrva-about-150232Parental Liability for Cyberbullying in Virginiahttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/10/09/health-care-providers-must-sweat-150014Health care providers must sweat the small stuff to protect their patients
The saying don't sweat the small stuff does not apply to providing health care. Even a small mistake like a medication error can cause serious injuries or death.
2014-10-09T20:13:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruemedication-error/2014/10/09/health-care-providers-must-sweat-150014Hospital Malpractice in Virginiahttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/08/11/giving-thanks-to-dedicated-nursing-147776Giving Thanks to Dedicated Nursing Home Professionals
Providing care in a nursing home may be one of the toughest jobs around. Here's a link to a nice article from a Fredericksburg woman giving thanks to the caregivers at Carriage Hill Nursing Home.
2014-08-11T09:21:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruenursing-home/2014/08/11/giving-thanks-to-dedicated-nursing-147776https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/08/04/how-do-hospitals-police-themselves-147482How do Hospitals Police Themselves When Medical Errors are Committed?
When mistakes occur hospitals have a self-policing system of using private quality assurance committees. The results are protected from discovery in litigation and are rarely made known to the public or the patient.
2014-08-04T09:31:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruemedical-malpractice/2014/08/04/how-do-hospitals-police-themselves-147482https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/07/22/link-to-silverman-interview-with-147058Link to Silverman Interview with Jimmy Barrett on Tobacco Verdict
This morning Jimmy Barrett of WRVA AM 1140 interviewed me about my thoughts on the $24 billion wrongful death verdict against R. J. Reynolds. Click here for a link to the interview.
2014-07-22T12:22:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2014/07/22/link-to-silverman-interview-with-147058https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/07/21/virginia-s-ban-on-texting-while-147024Virginia's Ban on Texting While Driving Proving Tough to Enforce
Despite a statewide ban on texting while driving, few motorists are getting ticketed in Virginia. http://www.chesterfieldobserver.com/news/2014-07-16/News/A_year_later_police_struggle_to_enforce_new_textin.html
2014-07-21T15:06:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetrue/2014/07/21/virginia-s-ban-on-texting-while-147024Virginia Texting While Drivinghttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/07/15/are-you-covered-do-you-146700Are you covered? Do you have sufficient insurance to protect your family?
Unfortunately many people have insufficient insurance to protect their family from personal injuries in an automobile accident, a health crisis, or weather disaster. After an accident it is too late, so now is the time to check to see if you are covered.
2014-07-15T11:29:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruevirginia-insurance-law/2014/07/15/are-you-covered-do-you-146700https://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/07/10/new-bicycle-safety-law-in-146530New Bicycle Safety Law in Virginia
Effective July 1, 2014, Virginia motorists are now required to pass bicyclists by at least three feet to help reduce the risk of car-bicycle accidents and personal injuries.
2014-07-10T10:41:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruebicycle-accident/2014/07/10/new-bicycle-safety-law-in-146530Bicycle Safety in Virginiahttps://www.joshsilvermanlaw.com/blog/2014/06/01/nursing-home-employees-taking-patients-144966Nursing home Employees Taking Patients' Narcotics
According to a news headline, West Virginia nursing home employees have been charged with stealing patients narcotics causing patients to suffer needless pain.
2014-06-01T07:57:00-04:00Josh SilvermanJs@wllc.comfalsefalsetruemedication-error/2014/06/01/nursing-home-employees-taking-patients-144966Nursing home medication errors