The Virginian-Pilot reports that around 2:25 a.m. this morning a traffic accident on Interstate 264 in Virginia Beach left one person dead. Virginia State Police have released very little information so far. Spokesperson Michelle Anaya told the Pilot that the accident took place on the westbound section of interstate 264 near the old toll plaza. …
Wrongful Death suit for medical malpractice filed against clinic
According to an article this week in the Insurance Journal, an Oregon family is suing the clinic where their loved one died during a medical procedure that was supposed to treat her migraine headaches. The suit alleges that the clinic was negligent for failure to train staff in life-saving techniques. It also claims that the …
Man paralyzed by medical malpractice wins $9.1 million jury award
Minnesota resident and former auto mechanic Joe Lakoskey won $9.1 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit arising out of a 2012 surgery for a perforated bowel. Lakoskey’s attorney proved that the anesthesiologist was negligent for putting him under in preparation for surgery when he was severely dehydrated. In fact, the anesthesiologist actually halted the treatment for …
Norfolk Bicycle Infrastructure could reduce collisions with cars
Last week, the city of Norfolk unveiled its Bicycle and Pedestrian Strategic Plan, which outlines a proposed network of bicycle lanes and pedestrian routes across the city. The new bicycle infrastructure would consist of 12 “corridors” of connected bike lanes and walkways linking popular parts of the Norfolk, including the oceanfront, Old Dominion University and downtown. …
Norfolk motorcyclist suffers life-threatening injuries after crash with train in Wards Corner
According to Wavy.com a motorcyclist collided with a train early Monday morning in the Wards Corner neighborhood, leaving him in critical condition. The accident happened around 1:45 a.m. at the 7700 block of Granby Street. The train stopped at that location during an investigation by Norfolk Police Department, but has since moved. The injured man …
