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Most conscientious drivers agree that distracted driving results in serious accidents that injure and kill scores of people. To combat this dangerous activity, Virginia enacted a hands-free driving law that took effect on January 1, 2021. A wider look at distracted...
Car accidents can cause a range of physical traumas, including traumatic brain injuries. Unfortunately, it may take time for you to determine if you or a loved one suffered a TBI following a crash. It is important to understand the signs and symptoms so that you can...
When cars and commercial trucks collide with one another, those in the smaller vehicles often suffer serious injuries and fatalities. Large trucks, by nature, are tough to drive and control. Driving such a large vehicle safely requires someone to be of sound mind....
A dram shop law allows you to hold the seller of the alcohol responsible when an intoxicated person causes an accident. Many states have these laws. According to FindLaw, dram shop laws are part of the civil system. They allow you to sue the person or company...
Accidents can happen anywhere in Virginia. Whether you are traveling at highway speeds on I-64, enjoying the view on State Route 6 or driving down Monument Ave, collisions can occur unexpectedly. If you sustained injuries in a car crash, proving fault can be...
After a car crash, you may look to your insurance company to make you an offer that covers any medical care, vehicle damage or other expenses relating to the incident. If your claim has merit, your insurer is likely to recognize this. However, it may do everything in...
The only thing worse than getting into an accident with a fellow passenger vehicle is getting into an accident with a commercial vehicle like a semi truck or bus. Commercial vehicles handle differently than passenger vehicles. Even if you never get behind the wheel of...
Punitive damages refer to compensation that the courts' award to punish defendants in personal injury cases and to deter future similar behavior. Punitive damages differ from compensatory damages in that the courts do not intend for them to compensate victims for...
For good reason, if you asked the average American to describe a variety of distracted driving, it is highly likely that they would say a driver using a cell phone. While technology is a very common means of driving distracted, it is by far not the only culprit....
The days and weeks after a catastrophic car accident can be stressful. After all, not only must you cope with physical pain, but you also must adjust to a new way of life. If your injury prevents you from working, you may also struggle to support yourself and your...
