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The personal injury attorneys of Marks & Harrison are proud of the communities that we serve throughout Virginia. Every day, we encounter individuals and organizations who work hard to enrich our communities and make a difference in people’s lives. That is why we have launched our “Community Spotlight” series. Our goal is to spread the word about […]

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a broad term that refers to many different types of progressive lung disease. Chronic bronchitis, refractory asthma and emphysema are a few of the diseases which fall under this umbrella term. Some people develop COPD after smoking for many years. However, many others contract it due to exposure to […]

When employees are injured at work in Virginia, they should have the right to receive workers’ compensation benefits. However, obtaining these benefits is not always easy. Insurance companies are in the business of making money. They often try to reduce, delay or deny claims. One way they do this is by telling injured workers that […]

Like many people, you may be nervous when you drive on I-81 in Virginia. As Roanoke Times points out, there is plenty of good reason to be a little more anxious when you drive on this stretch of interstate than when you are on other roads. The interstate has some of the heaviest commercial vehicle […]

Every claim is different, so there is no straightforward answer to this question. If your claim progresses relatively smoothly and your employer promptly approves it, you may start receiving benefits within a few weeks.  You have two years from the injury date to file your workers’ compensation claim. However, the longer you wait to file […]

Car accidents are traumatic events. People can suffer serious injuries, or they may even see their loved ones pass away right in front of them. A person may never forget the things which they saw and heard during the accident, and this can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Even though PTSD is a type […]

The aftermath of a bicycle accident can be a confusing time. You are likely suffering from injuries and shock, and you are wondering how the accident happened. You may also be worrying about how you are going to pay for your medical care. However, you should know that, if someone else caused the accident that […]

Let’s say that you get into a car accident. After you get out of the car and check for injuries and vehicle damage, the other driver may try to convince you that you don’t need to call the police. The driver may offer to write you a check or give you cash at the scene, […]

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The seasoned personal injury attorneys of Marks & Harrison are proud of the communities that we serve throughout the state. Every day, we encounter individuals and organizations who work hard to enrich our communities and make a difference in people’s lives. That is why we have launched our monthly “Non-Profit Spotlight” series. Our goal is […]

Contrary to popular belief, pedestrians do not always have the right of way. In some collisions with pedestrians, the driver may not be at fault. Pedestrians can act negligently and bear responsibility for accidents, too. If you are a pedestrian who recently was involved in an accident, you should know how a driver’s insurance company […]

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