Jon Eichler Attorney At Law

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Traffic and Criminal Matters
“If you have been charged in a traffic matter, including a DUI, or in a criminal case, as a former prosecutor we can offer you helpful assistance.”

If you've been injured in an accident or have been harmed by someone else's negligence, consulting with me can be one of the most important decisions you make. I can advise you of the various legal options available to you in protecting your rights and obtaining compensation for your injuries.

Medical malpractice is professional negligence by act or omission by a health care provider in which care provided deviates from accepted standards of practice in the medical community and causes injury to the patient. Standards and regulations for medical malpractice vary by country and jurisdiction within countries. Medical professionals are required to maintain professional liability insurance to offset the risk and costs of lawsuits based on medical malpractice.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia, nearly 2% of the U.S. population is bitten by a dog each year. This translates to nearly 5 million dog bite victims per year, most of whom are children. In a 10-year period, the number of dogs rose by 2%, while the number of bites increased by 33%. About 1,000 dog bite victims arrive in hospital emergency rooms per day for treatment. Dog bite losses exceed $1 billion per year, with $345 million paid by homeowner insurance policies.

Education Background

Graduate of University of Virginia with a B.A. degree and graduated from the University of Virginia Law School where I received a Juris Doctor degree.

Professional Background

Employed as a volunteer attorney with the Spanish-American Development Association of Bridgeport, CT, worked as a law enforcement officer during summer break in law school and upon graduation worked as an insurance defense lawyer in Abingdon, Virginia. I was also employed as a prosecutor in the Norfolk Commonwealth Attorneys Office until I began my own private practice where I was associated with a member of the House of Delegates of the General Assembly, and assisted in drafting certain legislation dealing with expedited proof of damages in civil matters.

In recent years I have focused on criminal and traffic defense matters as well as personal injury claims.