If you find yourself facing criminal charges in Virginia, you probably can expect the prosecutor to offer you a plea bargain at some point. But should you accept it? That depends on the nature of the bargain offered plus the nature of the consequences that acceptance...
If you commit certain traffic crimes in Virginia and the court finds you guilty, you will often face driver's license suspension or revocation. These are two different penalties that mean different things for you and your driving privileges. Which one applies in your...
In general, penalties for driving under the influence are severe even for the first offense. However, the law does allow a judge to decide the final sentence. For a second offense, the judge has less discretion because there are mandatory minimum sentences that he or...
Medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the Virginia. In medical malpractice cases, there are ways that you can protect yourself by asking questions and ensuring the accuracy of your medical records. According to Healio, medical records are...
Car accidents happen most often because of driver error. Failing to look well enough when pulling out from a stop sign, not stopping fast enough and rear-ending another car or not seeing a red light in time to stop are all mistakes that can cause serious accidents....
Calls for reform are growing louder in Virginia after the State Police (VSP) released statistics showing marijuana arrests are at their highest level in two decades. The VSP reported nearly 29,000 arrests for marijuana offenses in 2018. The report did not pinpoint...
No matter the damage caused by the car accident, it's a serious issue. While the damage to your car is upsetting, the damage to your own health is much more severe an issue to overcome. If you experience this unfortunate situation, there are four actions you should...
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Victims injured due to the negligence of others face many challenges. There is the life-changing experience of suffering a severe injury, the loss of income due to time away from work during recovery, and related expenses not covered by insurance. The injured and...
