Recent Blog Posts
How Virginians Are Coming Together During the COVID-19 Crisis
Coronavirus has presented humanity with apparently insurmountable challenges, but it may have underestimated us. People across the world have stepped up, embraced their humanity, and shown that we will not let a virus bring us down. This is especially true in Virginia. Alongside news stories about the virus’ death toll, case numbers, and updates,… Read More »
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents Could Increase During Coronavirus Shutdown
COVID-19 has had a ripple effect on every sector of society, leading to strange changes in trends that few anticipated. One good example: changes in car accident statistics, including accidents involving pedestrians and bicyclists. If you are using this time to get more outdoor exercise and stay active, know what to expect, how to… Read More »
How Will COVID-19 Affect My Accident Injury Claim?
As we head into the second month of the COVID-19 crisis, many people are anxious about how different areas of their life will be impacted. If you have an ongoing accident injury claim, you are likely concerned about court shutdowns and law firm closures. Whether you are handling an existing injury claim, or you’ve… Read More »
Should I Go to the Doctor After a Car Accident Even If I Feel Fine?
You’ve been in a car accident, and aside from the anxiety and racing heart rate, maybe you feel fine. Perhaps you just have a couple bruises or minor aches and pains. The thought of going to the doctor may seem like overkill, particularly when you think about the copay and the eventual bill. Despite… Read More »
Preparing for Your Independent Medical Exam (IME) After an Auto Accident
Car accidents can be traumatizing. But what is often even more stressful than the accident itself is the aftermath of the accident. It’s not always clear who’s liable for a crash, against whom to file a claim, or what your damages are worth. As you navigate the claims process after an auto accident, the… Read More »
Common Tactics Used by Insurance Companies in Accident Cases
If you are involved in a car accident in Virginia, you have a couple of different options for recovering compensation. First, because Virginia is an “at-fault” state, also known as a tort liability state, you maintain the right to file a claim against the at-fault driver’s liability insurance. (You could also file a lawsuit… Read More »
Winter Driving and Car Accidents
Even the most experienced driver can find winter roads and conditions challenging. It’s simple to forget that the pavement is slippery or that you need to drive or maneuver slower to account for these conditions. But, when a lack of care leads to an accident on winter roads, the results can be devastating. How… Read More »
Distracted Driving and Teens
If your teenager has an accident while driving, the first suspicion by law enforcement will be that he was distracted. That’s because when you combine an inexperienced driver with distraction the combination can have deadly results. And that officer understands that teens are also involved in three times as many fatal crashes as other… Read More »
Am I Allowed to Carry a Handgun in Virginia?
We often get this question from residents of Virginia because the laws vary state-to-state. Be sure to check before you make any decision about carrying a handgun in Virginia or elsewhere, as the laws change frequently. The short answer is yes, you can carry a gun in Virginia, even without a permit. Virginia does… Read More »
What is a Protective Order?
Someone feels threatened by another person. Maybe they feel like they are being stalked or they have been threatened physically. It could be a stranger, an ex-spouse or someone from the workplace. It could be a threat issued in person or over the phone. The victim feels her safety is being threatened by another… Read More »
