Category: Insurance

On July 1, 2023, a new law took effect that impacts new and renewed motor vehicle insurance policies in Virginia. Drivers should know how this law changes their uninsured motorist coverage and what to look out for when purchasing a new policy or renewing their current one to ensure they are protected.

A car accident can have a profound impact on the victims, causing physical injuries and psychological distress. After an accident, the injured party is legally entitled to seek money compensation from the responsible party for the resulting damages. However, the process of obtaining fair and full compensation is often more complex and challenging than people...

When people think of the word “negligence,” they may think of an action by another person that intentionally or unintentionally causes harm to someone else. Under the law, the person who causes damage is referred to as the tortfeasor, while the person harmed is known as the victim. But what happens when an accident victim...

Recovering from an accident can be very challenging. On top of painful physical and emotional injuries, victims often face significant financial damages as well. When victims sustain injuries in car accidents due to the negligence of others, they can file a claim with the insurance company of the at-fault driver to seek monetary compensation. Unfortunately, there are...

Semi-trucks, 18-wheelers, and other commercial vehicles (CMVs) are imposing forces on the road. Because of their size and weight as well as the material they may be hauling, they can be intimidating to other drivers on the road. While being in an accident is a traumatic experience, an accident can be even more catastrophic and life-changing if...

Virginia is one of only a handful of states in the country that uses contributory negligence rules when considering personal injury claims. If you’ve been injured in an accident in Virginia, contributory negligence can be a serious problem for you and your case.   Under contributory negligence laws, you can lose your entire right to collect financial recovery from...