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Cat Scratch Fever: The Unusual Case of a Cat Bite Leading to a $300,000 Settlement

By Admin | Published August 24, 2023 | Posted in Dog and Animal Bites | Comments Off on Cat Scratch Fever: The Unusual Case of a Cat Bite Leading to a $300,000 Settlement

In personal injury law, dog bites tend to get the share of attention due to their frequency and the terrible injuries they can inflict. A recent case handled by Alexandria, VA attorney Justin W. Curcio, however, points to the lesser-known realm of cat bites. The case was distinctive in many ways, ending with the extraordinary Read More

Rakin, Tom, and Justin recognized in the 2024 editions of The Best Lawyers in America®

By Admin | Published August 17, 2023 | Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Rakin, Tom, and Justin recognized in the 2024 editions of The Best Lawyers in America®

We are thrilled to share that all three of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2024 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Curcio Law would like to congratulate the following lawyer named to 2024 The Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers: Ones to Read More

Paving the Way to Safer Streets

By Tom Curcio | Published August 15, 2023 | Posted in Safety | Comments Off on Paving the Way to Safer Streets

In a previous article we explored the troubling U.S. pedestrian fatality rate and unraveled the causes behind it, drawing insights from the Freakonomics Radio podcast titled “Why Is the U.S. So Good at Killing Pedestrians?” Now we focus on potential solutions that can pave the way to safer streets, protect pedestrians, and ultimately reverse this Read More

Pedestrian Deaths on the Rise: Fairfax County Tops the List

By Tom Curcio | Published August 15, 2023 | Posted in Community | Comments Off on Pedestrian Deaths on the Rise: Fairfax County Tops the List

In 2022, the United States saw approximately 7,508 pedestrian fatalities resulting from motor vehicle collision. This marked the highest pedestrian death count in forty years, as reported by the Governors Highway Safety Association. Pedestrian fatalities have been rising since 2010, a paradox as overall traffic-related deaths decreased between 2007 and 2016. Virginia’s statistics aligned with Read More

Unraveling the Causes of High Pedestrian Fatalities in the U.S.

By Tom Curcio | Published August 15, 2023 | Posted in Pedestrian Accidents | Comments Off on Unraveling the Causes of High Pedestrian Fatalities in the U.S.

Pedestrian fatalities in the United States have reached an alarming high, positioning the country as a leader in this troubling statistic. As highlighted in the Freakonomics Radio podcast episode titled “Why Is the U.S. So Good at Killing Pedestrians?”, the U.S. witnessed over 7,500 pedestrian deaths last year, marking the highest toll in over four Read More

Highlighting Attorney Rakin Hamad: $175,000 Settlement Attained in Complex Rear-End Collision Case

By Admin | Published August 10, 2023 | Posted in Auto Accidents, Personal Injury | Comments Off on Highlighting Attorney Rakin Hamad: $175,000 Settlement Attained in Complex Rear-End Collision Case

Attorney Rakin Hamad secured a substantial settlement of $175,000 in a complex rear-end collision case. The case centers around an incident where the plaintiff, who was stopped at a red light, became the victim of a rear-end collision in Prince William County. What sets this case apart are the plaintiff’s pre-existing lower back injuries, which Read More

$225,000 Settlement Secured for Retired Serviceman in Intersection Collision Case

By Admin | Published August 10, 2023 | Posted in Auto Accidents, Thomas J. Curcio | Comments Off on $225,000 Settlement Secured for Retired Serviceman in Intersection Collision Case

Let’s pause to recognize the achievement of Tom Curcio, whose dedication led to a $225,000 resolution for a plaintiff, aged 89, involved in a significant collision at an intersection. At the center of this case is a T-intersection car crash, where the plaintiff, accompanied by his wife, was exercising the right of way. A young Read More

$850,000 Settlement Secured for Woman’s Devastating Dog Bite Case

By Admin | Published July 18, 2023 | Posted in Dog and Animal Bites, Thomas J. Curcio | Comments Off on $850,000 Settlement Secured for Woman’s Devastating Dog Bite Case

We take great pride in recognizing the achievement of Tom Curcio, who secured a significant $850,000 settlement. Tom’s commitment to his client’s cause and his exceptional legal skill led to a just outcome, providing much-needed solace and compensation for our client. The plaintiff and defendant were long-time neighbors separated by a wooden fence. The defendant’s Read More

Making a Case for Punitive Damages in Virginia

By Justin Curcio | Published July 17, 2023 | Posted in FAQs, Personal Injury | Comments Off on Making a Case for Punitive Damages in Virginia

Punitive damages are extra compensation given in civil cases to punish someone for extremely reprehensible behavior. They serve as an example and a warning to discourage others from doing the same thing. In Allstate Ins. Co. v. Wade, 265 Va. 383 (2003), the Virginia Supreme Court explains in its ruling that a defendant’s behavior has to Read More

Major Beneficial Change to Underinsured Motorist Coverage Effective July 1

By Rakin Hamad | Published June 1, 2023 | Posted in Insurance | Comments Off on Major Beneficial Change to Underinsured Motorist Coverage Effective July 1

Your auto insurance carrier, like USAA, may have sent you a letter recently about a change in Virginia law that will “increase your premiums” unless you fill out and return an underinsured motorist (UM) Coverage Selection form or something similar. These letters that insurance companies are sending sound like they are trying to help you Read More

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