Driving distracted puts every motorist on the road at risk. According to the Department of Motor Vehicles, fatal crashes due to distracted driving totaled 3,450 in 2016. In Virginia, 4,138 […]
Category: Auto Accident
What Causes Truck Underride Accidents?
Accidents involving a commercial truck and a passenger vehicle are dangerous and can result in severe injury and death. The sheer mass of a large truck is particularly hazardous with […]
The Most Dangerous Intersections in Richmond
Driving on the highway or through intersections requires attention to not only obeying traffic laws but also remaining aware of other drivers around you. In 2017, the Virginia Department […]
Summertime Car Accidents—What You Need to Know
In summertime, many think of pleasant driving conditions and look forward to family day trips and vacations. Unfortunately, summertime can be an extremely dangerous time on the roadway due […]
Who Is Responsible for Accidents Caused by Road Defects?
Who Is Responsible for Accidents Caused by Road Defects? It should come as no surprise to learn that some Virginia roads are inherently dangerous and that they cause their fair […]
Was Your Car Accident Caused by a Driver Impaired by Prescription Meds?
The dangers of alcohol and illegal drugs like cocaine or heroin are well known, and most people would readily concede that they could impair a person’s ability to drive. But […]
Did Someone Passing on the Right Cause Your Accident? Call Now to See if You Are Entitled to Compensation
Virginia law imposes a duty on drivers to operate their vehicles with sufficient care. If they fail to do so, and their negligence injures someone, then the driver must pay […]
Drowsy Driving a Larger Public Safety Issue than Feds Estimate
A new study suggests that drowsiness pays a role in a much larger percentage of car accidents than the federal government previously estimated. In fact, the study shows that drowsy […]
Driving After a Concussion Is Dangerous
Traumatic brain injuries like concussions can severely impede a person’s ability to get through the day. However, concussions also can threaten the safety of others—especially when concussed individuals get behind […]
Can You Hold an Employer Liable for a Car Accident Caused by an Employee?
Yes, in many cases. Under the well-settled legal principle respondeat superior, employers can bear legal responsibility when their employees negligently hurt someone else. However, you will need to carefully analyze […]