Virginia Deputy Shoots Unarmed Black Man 10 Times
Posted on: April 26, 2021
Isaiah Brown, a 32-year-old Black man from Virginia, is fighting for his life after being shot 10 times by the same law enforcement officer who had helped Brown get home earlier the same day. Upon returning home, Brown had an altercation with his brother and called 911 for help. Brown’s brother allegedly had a gun […]
Off-Duty Pentagon Police Officer Shoots Two Black Men in the Back
Posted on: April 26, 2021
David Hall Dixon lives in Maryland but works as a Pentagon Force Protection Agency Officer in Virginia. Early in the morning, on April 7, Dixon was on his way to work when a slow-moving vehicle circled Dixon’s condo parking lot without its headlights on. Dixon says he observed one occupant of the vehicle break into […]
If You Are Being Arrested Remember...
Posted on: June 9, 2020
If you are being arrested remember: DO NOT PHYSICALLY engage with the police RAISE your arms above your head DO NOT RESIST and follow all lawful commands Tell the officer if you are ARMED OR UNARMED Ask anyone nearby to RECORD you Once you are taken into custody invoke your right to remain silent […]
Filing a Business Interruption Claim
Posted on: June 9, 2020
Aside from the health concerns of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses across most industries have been heavily impacted by the virus and related government action. Commercial property insurance policies frequently provide coverage for losses stemming from COVID-19. While the insurance industry has been outspoken about the fact that their policies have virus exclusions, or otherwise do […]
Calculating Business Losses
Posted on: June 9, 2020
Businesses throughout the country are dealing with the impact of the coronavirus, and business interruption coverage can help mitigate the damage to your business. In filing a claim, it is essential to document your business loss claim correctly. Calculating Business Losses Once the scope of coverage has been determined, businesses must prepare comprehensive “proof of […]
Black Lives Matter
Posted on: June 8, 2020
“We've got to be judged by how we do in times of crisis.” Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. The Cochran Firm D.C. respects, honors, and acknowledges that Black lives matter. Equality is our mandate. We proudly stand in solidarity with the voices now demanding meaningful changes to undo systemic and institutional racism, and seeking to […]
Nursing Homes and COVID-19 FAQ
Posted on: April 8, 2020
Why is COVID-19 more susceptible to spread in nursing homes? Nursing homes and assisted living facilities carry a high risk of acquiring and succumbing to the coronavirus. This deadly disease spreads through droplets that are sent into their air, usually by a cough or sneeze. Because nursing homes care for residents who live in close […]
Man Who Killed Marine Veteran Sued
Posted on: February 5, 2020
2/5/2020- Chaz Thames, who we reported in November killed Melvin Taylor when he was driving north in the southbound lane of Dallas North Tollway, is being sued by the family. Thames’ charges have been upgraded from intoxication manslaughter to murder. “When you have someone with multiple felony DWI’s, that in and of itself tells you […]
The Cochran Firm, D.C. is Investigating Claims Against Dr. Javaid Perwaiz
Posted on: November 13, 2019
IT IS ALLEGED THAT LOCAL OB/GYN DR. JAVAID A. PERWAIZ VIOLATED WOMEN BY TYING THEIR TUBES, REMOVING THEIR UTERUSES, AND PERFORMING OTHER UNECESSARY SURGERIES AND PROCEDURES WITHOUT THEIR CONSENT. If you or someone you know has been a patient of Dr. Javaid Perwaiz – who practiced obstetrics and gynecology at his two offices in Chesapeake, […]
