Personal injury accidents are scary. Perhaps, they are so scary because they are unavoidable because they are caused by the negligence of another. For example, if you are hit by a Warrenton, Virginia, negligent driver, how could you have avoided them hitting you? If...
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What steps do I take after a car accident?
Many people think that all they need is a dashboard camera to prepare for a car accident. However, there are several steps you should take after a car crash, and it may be a good idea to print this blog to make sure you take them. Step 1: Check for injuries Initially,...
Personal injury laws in Virginia and obtaining compensation
If you have been involved in an accident and you were injured as a result of another drivers negligence, you don't need to sit back and suffer in silence. You have options that may yield a brighter future. When it comes to suing the other person and seeking...
Drivers rarely face consequences for distracted driving accidents
One of the main reasons for auto accidents in Virginia and throughout the United States is distracted driving – particularly, drivers distracted by digital devices. For years, lawmakers and law enforcement agencies have tried to address the problem. Part of that is...
Concerns mount over teen auto accident fatalities in Virginia
It is natural to be worried about teens who have just gotten their driver’s license in Virginia. Their inexperience is one challenge they will face. Others include the lack of judgment that comes with the slow process of maturing into adulthood, vulnerability to...
Virginia roads remain dangerous for bicyclists and pedestrians
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...
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...