Category: Personal Injury

When another party’s negligence or mistakes causes you to suffer an injury, you might understandably want to start a personal injury claim against them right away. But before you dive head-first into the legal pathways of an injury claim or lawsuit, you should know that Virginia’s pure contributory negligence law might try to stop you at step...

Despite increasingly harsh criminal penalties for those who drive while under the influence of alcohol, drunk driving remains one of the leading causes of car accidents across the country. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, 34% of 2018 traffic fatalities on Virginia roads were alcohol-related. Many who survive these crashes are left with serious...

Many of us know that driving after drinking alcohol is dangerous. But do you know exactly how or why alcohol affects a motorist’s ability to drive safely? In order to control the vehicle when you drive, you require the use of your hands, eyes, and feet, all of which are controlled by your brain. This...

Fourth of July is a favorite holiday for many families across the country. From backyard barbecues to pool parties and firework shows, there’s plenty of ways to celebrate this time of year. However, it’s important to remain vigilant and not let your guard down. Certain accidents occur more frequently during popular holidays like the Fourth...

Many people are under the impression that a car accident claim is only meant to cover your medical expenses. While your medical bills are indeed covered, you may be entitled to much more compensation. Being injured in a car accident can leave you with physical and emotional scars that may never heal. You deserve compensation for these...

The claims process can be incredibly stressful, especially when the insurance company is fighting against your claim. One of the many questions that injury victims have is whether or not their claim will end up going to court. Many times, a personal injury claim can be resolved without going to trial. However, there are certain cases that...