T-bone collisions typically occur in intersections, though they can happen anywhere on the road. During a T-bone collision, one vehicle strikes another directly in the side, which can cause severe injury to the inhabitants of the second vehicle. How do T-bone collisions occur, and who bears liability for them? If you do get into a […]
When you suffer an injury that affects your brain, that is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). A person could suffer from a TBI for many reasons. Most happen because of accidents and crimes. Car accidents, slip and fall accidents, and shootings can all cause traumatic brain injuries. The two types of traumatic brain injuries include […]
If an individual dies in Virginia in a wrongful act, neglect, or default of another party, the deceased individual’s personal representative may seek compensation for the loss in a wrongful death action. However, Virginia law provides a limited time in which to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Missing that deadline can result in the loss […]
Suffering serious injuries in an accident can leave you with a lot of questions about your legal options and rights to compensation. In particular, many people worry that hiring a lawyer to represent them will end up costing more than they can afford. Those worries, however, are usually misplaced. Most personal injury lawyers work on […]
Each state, including Virginia, has statutes of limitations that govern the amount of time plaintiffs have to bring a lawsuit against a party who harmed them. Under Virginia law, most people have two years from the date of an accident to file an injury claim. The two-year time limit applies to traffic accidents, industrial accidents, […]
If you have recently been in a car accident in Virginia, you might be unsure about what to do next, especially if the accident was not your fault. Virginia law permits you to take action against the at-fault driver; however, you need to follow some important steps to protect the value of your claim. Below […]
The NHTSA warns drivers of other risks of speedingMany conditions, events, and driver behaviors can lead to a traffic accident; however, some things lead to collisions more often than others. Speeding is one of those things. Speeding is the most common cause of fatal collisions across the United States and Virginia. It’s also the most […]
A rideshare service refers to companies, including Uber and Lyft, that create opportunities for passengers and drivers to connect through their application and arrange for transportation to a destination. This means of transportation has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years and remains a popular choice for residents and visitors in metropolitan areas, such as Richmond. […]
Accidents never have a positive impact on your car insurance rate, but they do not always increase after an accident, either. Whether your car insurance increases and the amount it could go up after an accident depends on several factors. Depending on which source you consult, the average premium increase after a car accident ranges […]
Most people don’t think about who they would hire as a personal injury attorney until tragedy strikes. It’s good to have a lawyer in your list of contacts beforehand, if possible. In either case, there are some things to look for in hiring an attorney to ensure you are well-represented and give yourself the best […]
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