Your guide to understanding injuries in Virginia — what to know, what to do next.
Frequently Asked
My 78-year-old father died after a bowel perforation during surgery at a Virginia hospital, and the surgeon says it was a "known complication." Does that automatically mean we can't bring a wrongful death case in Virginia?
No. In Virginia, a known complication does not automatically block a wrongful death claim. The key question is...
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Glossary
strict liability
As of 2025, Virginia still does not generally let injured consumers sue a product maker under strict liability,...
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