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The risk of a drowsy driving accident is a silent but deadly issue on American roads, and Virginia is no exception. When a driver gets behind the wheel while fatigued, their reaction time slows, their judgment falters, and their risk of causing a crash rises sharply.

Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous types of auto accidents. When two vehicles crash front-to-front, the force involved often leads to devastating collision injuries, long recovery periods, and significant medical expenses.

Auto accidents that involve drunk driving are some of the most tragic—and preventable—incidents on Virginia’s roads. These crashes often result in serious injuries or fatalities, and for victims, the aftermath is overwhelming.

When you're hurt in a semi truck accident, the road to recovery isn't just physical—it’s legal too. These cases often involve serious injuries, large insurance policies, and multiple parties that could be liable.

Spring is motorcycle riding season. This is the time when thousands of Virginia motorcyclists get on their bikes to enjoy the fresh air, wide open spaces, in the sense of freedom and adventure only a motorcycle ride can give you.

The most significant issue to most people involved in a personal injury claim is the issue of damages. Obtaining fair and just compensation for injuries you have sustained is the primary concern at Schilling & Esposito. By using our experience and the extensive resources available to us on your behalf, we focus on achieving the highest possible monetary recovery for you.

The term compensatory damages derives from the word "compensate," meaning "to make up for" or "to make whole." Generally, these damages can be broken up into two sub-categories — actual damages and general damages.

Several federal workers’ compensation laws have been enacted to provide protections to federal nonmilitary employees and specific classes of private employees who have suffered on-the-job injuries.

In the United States today, there are over thirty-six million people above the age of 65. According to statistics, many will need some form of assisted living, whether it is a nursing home, assisted living facility or other elderly facilities.

Virginia has enacted laws requiring drivers, front-seat passengers, and all passengers up to 18 years of age to wear seatbelts.