Author: Blair Howard

Injured by a Dog Bite?

Dog Bites, General, Injury

Almost 40 % of American households own at least one dog. Dogs can be wonderful companions and often become part of our families. While dog owners should be aware of the personality of their dogs, it is still possible that their dog can bite or attack an innocent person. In most cases the victims of dog bites tend to be children. As much as we love dogs in the United States, any dog is capable of biting and causing serious injury. In most cases, dog owners are responsible for injuries and damages resulting from the bite. An experienced attorney may be able to help you obtain compensation for your medical bills, suffering and lost wages.

Dog bite cases can be complicated and challenging. The owners may claim that their dog was provoked in some way. At Howard, Morrison, Ross and Whelan we understand these types of cases and we will immediately investigate your case to determine your legal choices. Our resourceful group of attorneys may be able to determine if the dog has a history of aggression or has been mistreated by its owners. We will aggressively protect your rights and pursue maximum compensation. Dog bites can cause nerve damage and leave scars that require ongoing care and multiple surgeries.

CAN I FOLLOW UP WITH LEGAL ACTION?
When most people think of dog bites they do not realize just how severe the injuries can be. Dog bites can affect victims for years to come even for the rest of their lives. If you or a loved one has been injured by a dog, you need a compassionate lawyer who understands the stress and trauma you are going through. Our attorneys have an outstanding track-record helping clients with complex legal matters and we will work hard to ensure that you are optimally compensated for your pain and suffering.

Emergency Room Errors

General, Medical Malpractice

TYPES OF MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CLAIMS
Being rushed to the emergency room is a frightening experience for anyone. When we have been injured, there is a vulnerability and uncertainty about our future. Patients place a tremendous amount of trust in the care they receive in an emergency room and most of the time they are treated by caring doctors and nurses who help them when they need it most. Unfortunately, in the chaotic environment of an emergency room mistakes can be made. If you have been injured due to an emergency room error, you need to contact an experienced injury lawyer as soon as you possibly can. A mistake in the emergency room can result in catastrophic injuries or even wrongful death. Families can be left emotionally and financially devastated and you need an attorney with a proven track-record of success.

At Howard, Morrison, Ross and Whelan, we have been successfully helping families since our firm was original founded in 1923 and we will work hard and fight hard for you. Our resourceful firm will thoroughly investigate your case to determine all of your legal options. We are very well-versed in these types of cases and understand the anguish you are experiencing. When you go to an emergency room, you have the right to be seen by a doctor. Federal law dictates that an ER performs a medical evaluation regardless of your ability to pay. When you go to an ER, you have rights. Our firm will aggressively protect those rights.

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE IN VIRGINIA
Hospitals are large organizations with massive budgets and endless legal resources at their disposal. They are also covered by large insurance companies that also have legal teams and resources that everyday people could never compete with. Hospitals and insurance agents will aggressively protect their own best interests. It may seem that victims of emergency room errors face a battle that they cannot win. Don’t believe that. You do have rights and our firm will aggressively protect your rights and best interests. Our capable and confident firm has the skill needed to take on these big corporations and win. We care about our clients and we will steadfastly pursue both justice and compensation for you and your family.

Failure to Diagnose

Injury, Medical Malpractice

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CLAIMS
Medical science has made remarkable leaps forward in our lifetime, providing us all with a quality of life that past generations could not have imagined. Conditions that were once fatal are now routinely treated. In many cases, the success of treating an illness is very dependent on an early diagnosis. The failure to diagnose a potentially fatal condition can result in needless suffering and even death. Failing to diagnose cancer or heart disease at an early stage can devastate your family. Knowing that had the diagnosis been properly made at an earlier stage it would have made all the difference is very difficult to bear.

You deserve answers. Contact a knowledgeable injury lawyer from our proven firm as soon as possible. Our firm understands the emotional turmoil and anger you and your family are going through. We are well-versed in these types of cases and we will work hard to pursue justice and compensation on your behalf. Cases involving a failure to diagnose are very complicated and rely on expert interpretations of sophisticated tests such as MRI results, blood tests, x-rays and more.

At Howard, Morrison, Ross and Whelan, we have the skill, experience and resources you need to handle a medical malpractice case. We will methodically investigate your case to determine what went wrong and to determine an effective legal strategy. We work closely with our medical consultants and are available to answer any questions and keep you up to date on any developments in your case.

FIGHTING AGAINST MEDICAL MALPRACTICE
Victims of a misdiagnosis or a failure to diagnose are often left facing more expensive and more extensive medical treatments. Families can be burdened not only by incoming medical bills but also by lost wages leading to financial strain. Our firm will tenaciously protect your rights and fight for you. We have been helping families through the most difficult periods of their lives since being originally founded in 1923. A confident and determined attorney from our firm will assist you in achieving optimum results.