A car accident can take victims by surprise and impact their lives for a long period of time. Car accident victims should understand when negligence is to blame in their car accident and what personal injury legal protections may be available to them through a...
Year: 2022
Witness credibility could make the difference in your case
If you want to protect yourself as fully as possible against allegations of criminal wrongdoing, then you need to take a holistic approach to your criminal defense. This certainly means analyzing the prosecution’s evidence in light of the law, but it also means...
Troubling trends for distracted teenaged drivers
Residents of Virginia and elsewhere who have been out on the road recently have probably witnessed a close call by another driver due to distraction or inattention. Erratic lane changes, drifting, sudden stops, or running a traffic light are all tell-tale signs of...
Are rideshare car accidents more complicated?
When we take an Uber or Lyft, we think about the freedom of mobility and ease of access, but what we sometimes, forget is that car accidents are just as likely, even if we are in the backseat. But, if one is in a rideshare car accident, is it treated differently than...
Three ways to suppress evidence in your criminal case
One way to effectively fight back against federal criminal charges is to try to suppress prosecutors’ evidence. This can be a difficult task, for sure, but by delving into the details of your case you may find areas of opportunity. And suppressing evidence can have a...
When are store owners liable for slip-and-fall accidents?
Store owners in Virginia have to pay attention to many different aspects of the business to ensure their customers are receiving the best services they can receive. Some aspects do not directly relate to the customers, such as paying rent, but are still necessary to...
DUI conviction in Virginia and interlock devices
Getting pulled over by law enforcement can be a nerve-wrecking situation. No one enjoys getting pulled over and given a traffic citation. While one might face a traffic citation for speeding, the reality is that it could be a more serious offense. If an officer...
Preventing premises injuries and crime
Slippery or uneven flooring or a poorly maintained parking lot can lead to slip and fall accident. Inadequate lighting or security can allow crime to occur. Property owners have the duty of taking precautions to avoid injury to their customers or guests. Slips and...
Wrongful death help for victims in Virginia
Some car accidents result in injuries while others may result in death. Following a fatal car accident, wrongful death legal protections may be able to protect family members of victims and help them with the damages they have suffered. Wrongful death legal...
What should I expect if I am facing a federal charge?
Any criminal charge is an intimidating prospect, but a person who is facing a charge in federal court may be on unfamiliar territory that can make the process downright scary. For one, the federal courthouses in the Eastern District of Virginia, where Warrenton is...