As 2021 winds down, eventually giving way to a new year, many Virginia residents will be traveling for the upcoming holidays in November, December, and January. However, that long-anticipated trip to see loved ones could result in catastrophic consequences,...
Whether you’re walking across the parking lot, taking a jog around your neighborhood, or crossing the street at an intersection, the last thing that you expect is to be hit by a car. But pedestrian accidents are on the rise in Virginia, and in a single year alone,...
When you suffer an injury because of someone else’s negligence, you may consider recovering your financial losses with a personal injury claim. This may be a bit more challenging in Virginia due to the state’s contributory negligence statute, which makes it harder for...
Common Internal Injuries That Result From Accidents The moments and hours after a car accident can feel like a whirlwind. Between calling the police, assessing the damage to your car, and checking on your passengers, you may not even notice your own injuries. This is...
Personal Injury Risks At the Beach This Summer It’s almost summer, and that means it’s time to hit the beach. However, the same risks you face in daily life are still present when you’re on vacation. On top of that, you have to plan for the unique dangers at the...
Understanding the Discovery Process in a Personal Injury Case If your personal injury case is one of the few to make it to court, you’ll want to get familiar with court proceedings and pre-trial preparation. One of the most time-consuming parts of trial prep is...
How Will a DUI Affect My Employment? The consequences of a DUI extend far beyond the initial fines you pay and the time you may spend in jail. In fact, you may find that your DUI arrest or conviction will impact your career path and the jobs you’re able to take. Learn...
Are You Required to Provide a Recorded Statement to an Insurance Company? After an accident, you might feel like your phone is ringing off the hook. You’ll get calls from your insurance company, the other party’s insurance company, and people checking in to see if you...
Dangers of Tailgating and Liability When Following Too Closely Causes an Accident We’ve all been in a tailgating situation, and if we’re honest, most of us have been on both sides of the equation. Tailgating occurs when you follow a car too closely to stop completely...
Can Victims Sue the Government Over an Auto Accident Injury? A car accident is inconvenient at best, devastating at worst. No matter where your car crash falls along the scale, you may be interested in fighting for compensation if you believe the accident was not your...
