And while “insurance coverage” might not be the two most exciting words you’ll ever hear together in a sentence, it’s important to pay attention right now. Starting July 1, 2023, we’ll see a big, long-overdue change with the way Virginia enforces your underinsurance...
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2 reasons to refer injured clients to a personal injury firm
Like most general practice attorneys, you want to be there for your clients any time they need help with a legal matter. You may have spent years developing a rapport with them and worry that an outside referral will harm that relationship. You may feel reasonably...
What is Med-Pay coverage for motorists in Virginia?
Every motorist in Virginia typically needs to carry liability coverage. In fact, lawmakers have recently implemented a program to gradually increase the amount of coverage required by drivers in the next few years to better cover the rising costs of medical care and...
What rights do I have if I had a retinal tear in a car accident?
Head injuries, back injuries, broken bones and bruises are what most people think of when they consider the potential consequences of a car wreck – but some accidents cause accident victims to lose their vision. Your retina is a thin layer of tissue that lines the...
Black ice and car crashes: What you need to know about liability
There’s no question that winter driving in Virginia can get treacherous. Snowstorms are definitely an issue, but black ice may be worse. While some road hazards are obvious, black ice is often an invisible threat. Drivers usually can’t spot it before they hit a patch...
Accidents increase as Virginia struggles with winter storms
A good chunk of the United States has been experiencing what’s jokingly been called “Snowmageddon,” but the amount of ice and snow hitting Virginia roads lately is certainly not a joking matter. More storms are coming, even though the repercussions from a major storm...
Fatal car accidents in Virginia on the rise
The holiday season is a time for celebration. This year, in particular, families reunited after the 2020 Christmas where many chose to stay home due to shutdowns and sheltering at home. As the days move closer to the coming of a New Year, loved ones will be traveling...
Minimizing your distractions can help you avoid distracted drivers
Everyone knows that driving while distracted can lead to serious car accidents. In fact, of the thousands of collisions each year, about 80% of all car crashes are caused by distracted driving. While you can't keep other drivers from becoming distracted, it’s...
Were you injured in a multi-vehicle accident in Virginia?
Car accidents involving only two vehicles present several challenges for victims seeking compensation in an injury lawsuit. For example, you must prove that the other driver negligently caused the crash that injured you. In accidents involving three or more...
Passenger dies in alcohol-related wreck, driver charged
A tragic multiple-vehicle accident recently occurred in Virginia, taking the life of a woman and injuring two children. The driver of the car that started the pile-up was cited by police for driving under the influence, drug possession and various traffic violations....