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Wrongful Death & Fatal Accidents

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

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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9/14/2009
David O'Bryan
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Family struggles after car accident with drunk driver

Last December, Annie Roach and her nine-year-old son Jarod Roach were injured in a car accident when their 2003 Mitsubishi Galant was struck by a 1993 Ford Explorer being driven by a drunk driver named Helen Jewel Ward.

Jarod suffered a broken pelvic bone and bruises on his face. His mother fared much worse with a collapsed lung, broken jaw, torn aorta, broken kneecaps, internal bleeding and a crushed ankle. At one point her heart stopped and had to be shocked back into working.

The family's life still hasn't returned to normal over nine months after the accident. The family is survivng on an insurance settlement and the future looks uncertain. The family spends $650 a month on Annie's physical therapy and medicine, and they have yet to pay any hospital bills as the father of the family has been unable to find a job.

I don't know how much they got for their accident injury claim settlement, but whatever it was, I'm sure it was inadequate to compensate the family for their pain and suffering.

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9/10/2009
David O'Bryan
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Toyota accused of unethical and illegal activities in truck and SUV rollover cases

I just posted a new article about a lawsuit alleging that Toyota covered up evidence in Toyota SUV and truck rollover cases accross the country. According to a former attorney for Toyota, over 300 cases were affected by the unethical and illegal corporate decision. Many people suffered wrongful death or personal injury in these accidents claims.

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8/5/2009
David O'Bryan
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Southside, VA head on collision

Another head-on collison in southside Virginia last Thursday sent two people to the hospital. The wreck happened on Route 92 near route 600 just after noon, according to Virgina State Police.

A 1991 Toyota Camry driven by Elizabeth Hatcher of Victoria, VA crossed the center line and hit a 2006 Hyundai Sonata driven by Regina Smith of Red Oak, VA head-on.

Hatcher was charged with failure to maintain control.

Another example of what was probably a small error or lapse in attention leading to a severe accident and personal injury for a couple of unsuspecting people. Those two-lane country roads in rural Virginia are unforgiving and dangerous.

We try a lot of accident claims from southside that are similar to this one. If you've been in a similar wreck call us for a free no-obligation consultation at 1-800-372-4099.

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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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4/3/2009
Wayne O'Bryan
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Your Auto Accident: How Much Money Are You Leaving On the Table?

If you've been involved in an auto accident, are you aware that you're leaving a lot of money on the table when you decide to settle with the insurance companies? Many people who are involved in car wrecks are not aware that insurance companies will do anything they can to give people as little as possible for their accident injury claim.

Take, for example, a woman who was rear-ended and filed a claim with the other driver's insurance company. She suffered minor back injury that actually escalated into major back problems months after the accident. Because she was unaware that insurance companies care more about money than they do about helping injured people, she ended up with only $400 and a host of back problems that went untreated because she didn't have the money to go see a doctor.

If this woman had hired a personal injury lawyer, she probably would have received thousands more dollars for her claim. Don't make the same mistake that this woman made! Did you know that:
• Many physicians or chiropractors will accept a lien whereby their fees are paid out of the amount you receive on your claim.
• Oftentimes, symptoms of soft tissue injuries do not show up until long after an accident. That's why it's important to see a doctor immediately following an accident to ensure proper treatment.

If you've been involved in an auto accident in the Richmond, Virginia area, make sure to hire an experienced personal injury lawyer who specializes in helping people with auto accidents

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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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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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Tractor Trailer Accident Attorney

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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Virginia Personal Injury Attorney

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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6/18/2009
David O'Bryan
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Should I give a recorded statement to the insurance company? | Virginia personal injury lawyer

I jusy posted a new article about giving a statement to the insurance company about your personal injury car accident claim.

This is never a good idea and you don't need to do it to continue your claim. The insurance company wants to get your help so they can wreck your accident injury claim.

I see it all the time. They just want you to sign a few forms and tell them what happemed. They use this information to deny you any money for your injuries by digging up all the information they can about your past injuries and using any sort of underhanded tactics they can get away with using to deny your claim.

Unfortunately most people have no idea that this is happening because they are charmed by the insurance adjuster and they don't realize it until their claim is denied.

Do yourself a favor and get a lawyer if you have been involved in an accident. At the very least you should read my book Hidden Inside Secrets Big Insurance Companies Don't Want You to Know About Your Injury Claim.

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3/30/2009
David O'Bryan
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Personal Injury compensation | Richmond, Virginia car accident lawyer Wayne O’Bryan

Most people have no idea how much they are entitled to receive from an accident injury and frequently their attorney or lawyer does not explain this to them. You should know what you are entitled to recover from your accident claim and what the elements of damages are. If you want to know the answers or if you are curious about pain and suffering and other items to be included in your claim, look at my article, which will tell you in detail the information you need to know.

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2/27/2009
David O'Bryan
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Helping people to fight off insurance company greed

I have just posted an article about a client of mine, Peggy, that the insurance company tried to rip off. She was badly injured in an automobile accident, but the insurance company didn’t care about her injury. All they wanted to do was to pay her as little as they could get away with. As her accident injury lawyer, I had to bring that insurance adjuster into line. Read the article for more details.

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2/15/2009
Wayne O'Bryan
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How insurance adjusters really feel about claimants

If you want to know how insurance adjusters really feel about people making legitimate insurance claims, read my recently posted article about how adjusters talk at the claim’s office water cooler. It will make your toenails hurt. Accident and injury victims wouldn’t give these creeps the time of day if they knew how they really talked about them behind their backs.

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