In 2021, there were over 118,000 car accidents in Virginia. Of those, 58,786 people were injured, and tragically, 968 were killed. Alcohol, speed, and distracted driving are some of the most common causes of car accidents. Unfortunately, you risk being injured every time you get in a…
Umbrellas do more than protect you from rain. Umbrella insurance policies can protect you in the most catastrophic situations. Ideally, if you injure someone in a car accident, or your dog escapes your house and attacks someone, your auto, homeowners’, or renters’ insurance will cover…
When the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued its most recent report on the country’s motor vehicle crashes in March of 2022, motorcycle advocates were disheartened by some of the numbers. The agency’s reporting showed that fatal motorcycle crashes are rising. Between February 2019…
Electric bicycles, or e-bikes, are more popular than ever among commuters and pleasure riders alike. They’re much better for the planet than motor vehicles and can be a great source of exercise, fresh air, and fun. They come in different models with many great features,…
Almost everyone has experienced that unpleasant feeling of buying a product or service and receiving something less than what they expected. Unfortunately, most people assume they are stuck without recourse when this happens. An individual customer versus a big business can sometimes feel like David…
A car accident is always stressful and can often lead to injuries. The crash can be so serious that it causes catastrophic injuries. Examples of catastrophic injuries include damage to the spinal cord, vital organs, loss of limbs, or severe burns. Any catastrophic injury can…
Lithium-ion batteries are light, rechargeable, and can be sized to fit nearly any device. Without them, it would be impossible to carry around the smartphones we rely on. Lithium batteries power a variety of devices besides our phones, including laptops, electric cars, and e-cigarettes (also…
When you see a doctor to get advice and treatment for a medical condition, the last thing you expect is to sustain additional injuries. Sadly, medical mistakes are incredibly common, and they cause injuries and death to hundreds of thousands of victims in the United…
Three people were rushed to the hospital after a major weekend accident along Highway 180 in Fresno County. The California Highway Patrol said it happened between Kerman and Mendota on March 26, 2023. YourCentralValley.com reports the multi-car accident occurred sometime before 8:30 p.m. near the…
On March 23, the FDA issued a reminder to health care providers and patients about the risks of Exactech joint replacement devices from 2004 to 2021, which were recalled due to defective packaging. The warning also provided a series of recommendations for doctors and patients…
