Road safety is a primary focus throughout Virginia and this is especially important for bicyclists and pedestrians. The risk to riders and walkers has become so concerning that September is dedicated specifically to their safety with a targeted campaign, “Bicyclist...
Personal Injury
Virginia bicyclists ride to draw attention to safety
Bicycling is rapidly becoming a year-round activity in Virginia and throughout the United States. People ride for exercise, for the good of the environment and to save money. More people take to the roads on their bicycles in the warm weather and this is reigniting...
How negligence leads to car accidents
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...
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...
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...
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...
Recovering damages for dog bite injuries
Dogs are some of the most loving animals on earth, but even the most loving animals can be aggressive when they feel threatened. The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that over four million people are bitten by dogs each year. Although a dog bite...
Collision with a fire truck leaves a man with serious injuries
A man from Front Royal suffered serious injuries and had to be flown to a hospital after an evening accident with a fire truck. The man is expected to survive, but his condition is not known. According to authorities, the fire truck was returning from a call at the...