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Our firm was founded by T. Brooke Howard in 1923. We have been providing exceptional legal service for our clients.
When there is an auto accident in Virginia, it is natural for a person to be fearful. In the immediate aftermath, they might think they are going to be in trouble and worry about their future. This is common in young or new drivers, but it can happen to anyone. A...
In Virginia, people who are subjected to a traffic stop either when they are on the road or as part of a roadside checkpoint to see if they are under the influence will understand the concept of a breathalyzer test. The driver will be asked to blow into the machine...
A DUI conviction in Virginia comes with many penalties including fines, an ignition interlock requirement and potential jail time. You will also have a criminal record and face damage to your career or reputation. Depending on what you do for a living, you could even...
A decision by the Virginia Attorney General may delay investigations into allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct at Cumberland Hospital for Children and Adolescents. Stating its office assumed jurisdiction owing to a personal conflict with the former attorney in...
A verbal altercation can turn physical in the blink of an eye. And when someone ends up hurt as a result of a scuffle, allegations of criminal wrongdoing can fly. If you’re on the receiving end of those accusations, then you face the possibility of being hit with...
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...
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...
You may have dabbled in drugs at a party with friends or while relaxing alone at home, thinking there is not much harm in trying something new or unwinding after a long day. Still, the possession, distribution and manufacturing of controlled substances in Virginia are...
Although we know they can happen, no one wants to be involved in a car accident. You do what you can to avoid them, by paying attention to the road and driving safely, but there’s not much you can do about other drivers. And when one of them makes a mistake and...
The entertainment industry loves to repeat the idea of reported victims having the ability to drop charges. Seemingly, it is the victim that holds all the cards in a criminal justice proceeding, where they can unilaterally decide whether someone is prosecuted for...
