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Wrongful Death & Fatal Accidents

1/18/2010
David O'Bryan
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Minor Death Case Payments Explained | Richmond Virginia Lawyer

I recently posted an article about a case in Hanover County near Richmond, Va about a man who was driving the wrong way down Interstate 295 and killed a man and left his daughters orphaned. It made me think of this case we had a while ago. I thought it might help clarify how minors get their money from insurance settlements.

There was a case we had in North Carolina where the mother of three children was killed and we settled the case. One of the children was an adult, one was about 17 and one was about 15.

So when we settled the case the judge split the settlement three ways so the one who was an adult got 1/3 of the money, the 17-year-old's money got out into a trust for a year and she got the money after she became an adult. The 15-year-old's money was put into an annuity payable a portion of it when they became an adult, another portion of it when they turned 25 and a third portion of it when they turned 30.

Frequently in these types of settlements one of the concerns of the court and the parties involved is the ability of the infant to handle money when they become an adult. The concern of the judge is that a young adult is going to get a large chunk of money and squander it. The courts don't like that. They want the young adults to be a little it more conservative and for that reason the courts will often extend the time in which they get money so that they only get a portion of it when they are a young adult, a portion when they turn 25 and another portion when they turn 30.

The general rule-of-thumb belief is that if they don't have any sense about money by the time they turn 30 they are probably never going to have it.

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11/13/2009
David O'Bryan
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Colonial Heights, VA woman convicted of killing moped driver while driving drunk

Megan Lean Brown pleaded guilty of involuntary manslaughter while driving drunk, maining while driving drunk and DUI in Chesterfield County Circuit Court on Monday. She may face up to 16 years in prison when sentenced.

In June 13, Brown killed Frederick Scott Wall and critically injured his passenger Ricky Lynn Hill as the were riding their mopeds on Jefferson Davis Highway near Route 288.

Brown was driving the wrong direction on Jeff Davis Hwy about 3am when she hit the moped head-on. Wall was pronounced dead at the scene. Hill suffered fractured pelvis, head trauma, partial paralysis, and nerve and muscle damage. Hill is still trying to recover from the accident. Hill is in a wheelchair and has trouble speaking.

Wall's family is elligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit against Brown for her negigent actions, and they should probably take steps to begin their suit before the statute of limitations gets any closer. Also Brown could be sued for the injuries that she inflicted on Mr. Hill in this terrible accident.

What a terrible accident that has ruined three lives all because one person made some really poor decisions.

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Auto Accident Attorney

7/16/2010
David O'Bryan
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Richmond VA Lawyer Wayne O'Bryan's talks to his clients!

NEWS FLASH: There is a Richmond, VA accident injury lawyer that talks to his clients! Call 804-643-4343 and you can talk directly to Attorney Wayne O'Bryan about your case. Avoid the middleman and actually talk to a real live lawyer!

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7/16/2010
David O'Bryan
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Richmond VA Lawyer Wayne O'Bryan's talks to his clients!

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7/7/2010
David O'Bryan
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Richmond VA Car Insurance Buying Tips Virginia Lawyer Attorney Accident

According to Virginia’s financial responsibility laws, you need to have car insurance before to buying a vehicle. Drivers don’t always know exactly when they should purchase car insurance, so here are a few tips

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6/15/2010
David O'Bryan
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Get your FREE book! Call 643-4343 and we will mail your FREE copy of the best Richmond, VA accident injury lawyer book today, written by Attorney Wayne O'Bryan.

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1/5/2010
David O'Bryan
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Lowest Car Accident Deaths in Virginia in over 40 years

FREE Book for Richmond, VA car wreck victims. Call 804-643-4343 for your copy of Accident Injury Book: Hidden Inside Secrets Big Insurance Companies Don't Want You to Know About Your Injury Claim

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8/5/2009
David O'Bryan
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Car Accident In Southside Virginia | Southside Wreck Lawyer

There was a wreck last Thursday around 5pm in Southside, VA on Route 138 near routh 649. Four people were hurt and taken to local hospitals, according to Virginia State Police.

The accident happened when a 1997 Ford Explorer driven by Latisha Farrar of Victoria, VA crossed the center line, sideswiped a 1989 GMC andura and hit a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, driven by Daniel Nowlin, head-on.

Nowlin and his passenger, Melissa Garrison, were both airlifted from the scene of the accident to an unspecified hospital.

There are a lot of bad wrecks in southside Virginia because there are so many two-lane roads with no median. This leads to a lot of head-on collisions which are the worse type of wreck.

A good Virginia accident lawyer can help you recover the most money for your accident case. A study done by the Insurance Research Council found that accident victims with lawyers got an average of three-times as much money then those without.

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4/13/2009
David O'Bryan
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Car accident insurance settlement ingformation | Richmond, VA car truck motorcycle wreck lawyer

I just wrote a new article about car accident insurance settlements.

Read it now for more information about your car, truck or motorcycle accident and what you should do after you are in a wreck to maximize your claim.

The attorneys at O'Bryan Law have been handling car crash cases for decades. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means that we only get paid after you get money from the insurance company. Insurance adjusters are professionals that handle thousands of cases each year. You need professional help from a lawyer to help level the playing field.

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3/27/2009
David O'Bryan
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Auto Accident in Virginia, Tips For Carrying Items On Top of a Car

POST EDITED DUE TO FAMILY REQUEST

This unfortunate accident brings up some important things to consider when carrying items on top of a car or in a bed of a truck:
•    Nothing can be too secure. Check, double-check, and then triple check to make sure items are secure and stable on the outside of a vehicle.
•    Tie a warning flag (in a bright color) to items that extend beyond the back of your car.
•    Carry extra rope or bungee cords at all times.
•    If you're going to carry luggage on top of your roof, make sure to invest in a luggage rack. Do not put luggage directly on top of the roof!
•    Always have flares handy to slow down traffic if you must go out onto the highway.

If you've been involved in an auto accident in the Richmond, Virginia area, make sure to contact an experienced auto accident lawyer.

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3/26/2009
David O'Bryan
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Five Things You Must Do If You're Involved in an Auto Accident in Richmond, Virginia

If you're involved in an auto accident, it helps if you're prepared and know what to do. Sure, we don't like to think that an auto accident would happen to us, but things will go smoother if you know what or what not to do. This is especially important if you feel that you're the victim in the accident.

1. Exchange information with the other driver. Get their name, address, phone number, driver's license number, the car's license, and their insurance information.

2. Call the police and have them review the scene of the accident. This is an important step especially if there are any injuries or misunderstandings as to who was at fault. Officers may not respond if there are no injuries, so take a picture of the accident scene instead.

3. Report the accident to your auto insurance company. Even if you're not at fault, it's good to review what your policy covers just in case the other drive does not have insurance. Remember that it is legal for a motorist to drive in the state of Virginia without auto insurance.

4. See a doctor or chiropractor. Perhaps you think the accident was minor and you didn't experience any pain, but it's still important to see a doctor. People's bodies handle car accidents in different ways. Once your body gets over the initial shock of the accident, there could be physical ramifications that may have gone unnoticed you but can be seen by a doctor.

5. Hire an auto accident lawyer. You can save yourself the headache of dealing with the other driver's insurance company when you hire an auto accident lawyer. Keep in mind that the insurance company's job is to give you as little money as possible, so not hiring an auto accident lawyer would be an unwise decision.

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3/19/2009
David O'Bryan
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Every Penny Available!

    My client Janice R. was a passenger in a vehicle that was hit by an uninsured motorist while driving down Chamberlayne Avenue in northside Richmond, Virginia. Janice had $100,000 in uninsured motorist coverage under her own auto policy. Her own insurance company was being difficult about paying Janice for her injuries even though her medical bills exceeded the coverage they afforded her.

            She came to see me and I took over negotiating Janice’s claim. I had a real advantage over Janice when it came to negotiating with her insurance company – I have handled thousands of cases and, of course, this was Janice’s first claim like this.

            After wrestling with the adjuster until she realized I was not going to give in to her tricks, we were able to settle the claim for the full $100,000.00 due Janice. Needless to say, she was thrilled with that result. See her video here.

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3/4/2009
David O'Bryan
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What to ask your car wreck lawyer.

Do you know what to ask your lawyer to deterermine if they are good or not? Check our new article on car accident lawyers for some tips.

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2/23/2009
Wayne O'Bryan
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Most Dangerous Cars 2009

Check out my new article about the most dangerous cars of 2009 according to Forbes magazine.

This list of cars was compiled by looking at ratings from some national safety organizations and giving points based on safety ratings for different types of accidents, such as head-n, side impact and rear ender,

Some cars did great in one area and very poorly in others. Also small cars never do well if wrecked by a large truck or SUV.

If you have been in an accident make sure to order our free book for answers to your questions.

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2/19/2009
Wayne O'Bryan
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Insurance Companies even pick on little kids!

Insurance adjusters are not above stiffing even little kids. It’s all about money for the insurance boys – to heck with what’s right. Read my article about how one company treated a small boy who was injured in an automobile collision with his bicycle. Dion was his name and I think you will agree that he deserved better treatment than he got from this greedy insurance company.

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2/17/2009
Wayne O'Bryan
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Ollie's Story

My client Ollie was just an average guy who was affected by circumstances beyond his control. His motorcycle accident was caused by a teenage driver's carelessness and his injuries were severe and life threatening.

Ollie was in the right, but the insurance company tried to put him in the wrong. Look at how this company treated my client Ollie who was clearly driving his motorcycle lawfully. His accident and injury were not his fault, but the insurer didn’t want to pay.

People in Richmond and Southside Virginia need to read the details to know how to protect themselves. Read Ollie's story now.

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2/11/2009
Wayne O'Bryan
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Uninsured Motorist Coverage

I just posted a new library article about uninsured motorist coverage. Virginia is one of the states that does not require drivers to have insurance. What would you do if you were injured in an accident by a driver with no insurance? Could you afford the medical bills that even a minor injury can cause?

You should make sure you have enough uninsured motorist coverage, I urge you to review your policy and get as much UM coverage as you can afford. Higher coverage is not much more expensive and you may need to use it someday.

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Tractor Trailer Accident Attorney

4/22/2009
David O'Bryan
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Tractor Trailer accident with HAZMAT fire | Virginia truck accident lawyer attorney O'Bryan

Over at my Richmond, Virginia Accident Injury Lawyer blog I have a new post about an awful truck accident that happened last Monday.

Attorney Wayne O'Bryan has more information about Virginia tractor trailer accidents and truck wrecks available on this site. Trucks are very likely to cause wrongful death when involved in an accident with a car.

If you have a personal injury claim make sure to read our book and avoid misinformation about accident injury cases.. We will send it to you at no charge.

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3/12/2009
David O'Bryan
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Tractor trailer truck dangers

Check out my new article about tractor trailer trucks and how dangerous they are. Any automobile that is involved in an accident with these monsters is sure to be wrecked.

Stay focused and careful around them. Here in Virginia we have one of the most dangerous interstate highways in America for tractor trailer accidents. If you are involved in a big rig wreck in Richmond or southside Virginia make sure you get our free book for more information on your injury claim.

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3/1/2010
David O'Bryan
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Richmond VA Lawyer Wayne O'Bryan's Accident Injury Book is helpful to woman

Richmond VA Lawyer Wayne O'Bryan's Accident Injury Book is helpful to a Virginia resident who is trying to deal with the insurance company on her own. Get your copy now!

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11/11/2009
David O'Bryan
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Richmond VA Invests Least in Pedestrians

In the last 15 years more than 76,000 American pedestrians have been killed, mostly children, the elderly and ethnic minorities. Most of these accidents happened on roads that were not designed for pedestrian traffic. People that get hit by cars often die and rarely escape serious personal injury.

Transportation for America has released a new study last Monday called Dangerous By Design that looks at ways to fix problems in pedestrian transportation infrastructure.

Richmond, VA was the most dangerous city in the commonwealth for pedestrians, ranking 24 out of 52 cities in the US with a population of a million or more. Richmond also spends less money than any of the cities on infrastructure for pedestrian and bicycle use.

This is easy to see in the Richmond area. There are many roads with no sidewalks at all and very few bike paths. It is no wonder that it is so dangerous to walk in Richmond. I frequently see pedestrians and bicyclists in the street because there is no where else for them to travel.

Instead of dumping more money into supporting cars, it is time to start thinking of alternatives. There are more people than ever looking for a different way to travel. It is time to sttart spending money on their safety.

If you or your loved one has been injured or killed in a pedestrian or bike accident then do yourself a favor and get some good FREE information from my new FREE book Accident Injury Book: Hidden Inside Secrets Big Insurance Companies Don't Want You to Know About Your Injury Claim. You need to read this before you talk to anybody or sign any papers. Get it now.

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10/28/2009
David O'Bryan
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Lost wages in Virginia injury cases

You can get money for your lost wages in Virginia. My new article guide tells you all about it!

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10/6/2009
David O'Bryan
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Why tort reform is a bad idea | Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer

<p><a href='http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-hiltzik1-2009oct01,0,7502095.column'>Tort reform is the healthcare debate's frivolous sideshow </a>.</p>

A recent article in the LA Times shows the problem with tort reform and how the only people who really benefit from it are the insurance companies.

The insurance companies would love to avoid any sort of health care reform that might cut into their enormous profits and just focus the debate on tort reform.

I hear a lot about "frivolous lawsuits", but any lawyer would be a fool to knowingly take on a case he or she thinks is frivolous. The main reason being that most lawyers get paid on a contingency fee basis so that if the lawyer does not get a settlement for his client, then the lawyer does not get paid. That is the way we work, and most lawyers are the same.

Believe it or not, most lawyers are ethical and are trying to help people get money from insurance companies that do not want to pay a fair settlement to a person who has suffered real injuries.

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Dog Bite Attorney

4/14/2010
David O'Bryan
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FREE Book for Virginia residents Hidden Inside Secrets Big Insurance Companies Don't Want You to Know About Your Injury Claim. Call 804-643-4343 or 1-800-372-4099

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