Many serious injuries are caused by slipping and falling due to a dangerous condition on someone else’s property. Business and property owners in Virgnia have a legal duty to make sure their premises are safe for customers and clients. Slip-and-fall accidents are...
Personal Injury
Proving another driver was distracted
Distracted drivers are still found on many Virginia roads and highways, despite the known dangers of distracted driving. Many accidents continue to be caused by distracted driving. If you are a victim of a distracted driving accident, a major problem you may face is...
Virginia’s harsh contributory negligence rule
If you are injured in car accident in Virginia and want to recover compensation through a personal injury action, you may have a harder time than in most other states. Virginia follows what is known as the contributory negligence rule. This means that if your own...
Virginia takes steps to address speeding problems
Auto accidents can happen in Virginia for many reasons. While there are some relatively new causes of accidents that are frequently discussed such as cellphone-based distracted driving, one problem has been leading to crashes almost since automobiles came into...
Auto insurance mandatory in Virginia starting July 2024
As of today, Virginia is one of only two states in the country where auto insurance is optional. Per existing rules, a vehicle owner must either have minimum insurance as defined in Virginia Code 46.2-472 or pay the Uninsured Motor Vehicle (UMV) fee. The UMV fee,...
Four tips for gathering photographic evidence after a car accident
Building a successful personal injury case requires attention to detail and diligence. After all, you’re going to need adequate evidence to not only prove the elements of your case, but also to push back against any defenses that might be raised. While there are...
Your right to a personal injury action following an accident
Accidents may feel like an unavoidable and tragic event; however, many accidents could have been prevented. If it was not for the negligence or intentional reckless conduct of another, the accident would not have occurred. Falling victim to the negligence of another...
Does daylight saving time affect car accident rates?
Daylight saving time, practiced by most states, involves setting the clock forward by one hour to extend evening daylight, and then setting it back in the fall. While the intention behind DST is to conserve energy and make better use of daylight, research shows it...
Steps to take after a truck accident
Accidents involving large trucks continue to be a problem in Virginia. The Virginia Highway Safety Office reported that truck accidents caused 116 fatalities and approximately 2,000 injuries in 2022. There are some important steps you should take after a truck...
Recovering damages following a dog bite injury
Owning a dog is a big responsibility and something that should be taken seriously. Dogs are beloved by many people but can also be dangerous. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, dogs bite approximately 4.5 million people each year in the United...