The attorneys at The Mottley Law Firm, Kevin Mottley and Ben Kyber, are Richmond, Virginia based trial lawyers committed to fighting for their client's rights in the areas of business litigation, will contests, trust and estate disputes, appellate litigation, and in personal injury cases, including brain injury cases. In this blog, Kevin and Ben provide their takes on legal developments in these areas of the law, as well as some other topics of interest to them.
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Tips for Choosing the Right Truck Accident AttorneyPicking the right personal injury attorney after a Virginia truck crash can be the difference between financial ruin and financial recovery.
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Helping Survivors and Preventing New Injuries During Brain Injury Awareness WeekThe annual brain injury awareness week festivities offer an excellent opportunity to support your loved ones who have suffered from a TBI.
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Key Differences Between Truck and Car Accidents That May Affect Your CompensationWhile injuries may be similar, truck wrecks often feature different defendants from car crashes and may require an attorney’s investigation to determine fault.
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What Parents Need to Know About Shaken Baby Syndrome Lawsuits in VirginiaChildren under two are at extreme risk for traumatic brain injuries with long-term effects if they are dropped, shaken, or thrown by an angry caregiver.
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SCOVA Holds That Estate Beneficiaries Lack Standing To SueIn Platt v. Griffith, the Supreme Court of Virginia reiterates its longstanding rule that only personal representatives can sue on behalf of an estate.
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Always Take These 6 Steps After Any Virginia Car AccidentA vehicle collision can change your life in an instant with physical injuries and sudden medical costs. Here’s what you need to do to protect your legal rights.
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Senior Citizens Have an Increased Risk of TBI, but They Can Still Seek Fair CompensationEven if an elderly victim has physical conditions that make head wounds more likely, they can still recover damages when an accident is caused by negligence.
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How Do I Remove a Trustee in Virginia?Virginia law establishes how, and under what circumstances, the trustee of a trust may be removed and replaced with a substitute trustee.
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Avoid These Common Mistakes After a Virginia Car CrashYou have enough to deal with after an accident without worrying about these costly mistakes that could ruin your personal injury settlement.
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The Dangers of Teen Brain InjuriesYoung victims of accidents are especially vulnerable to head trauma. Their developing brains can be severely affected even by minor collisions.
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In Sheehy v. Williams, SCOVA takes on the voluntary payment doctrine under some unusual circumstances.Under Virginia's "voluntary payment doctrine," the voluntary payment of a judgment deprives the judgment debtor and payor of their right to appeal.
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Common Mistakes to Avoid That Could Cost You in a Brain Injury CaseWith the help of an attorney, you can avoid these common mistakes and ensure you receive full compensation after a traumatic brain injury.