As the weather warms and summer kicks off, boating on the Potomac River, Chesapeake Bay, Lake Anna, and other waterways across Virginia shifts into high gear. The Fourth of July, in particular, is one of the busiest boating holidays of the year. But with fireworks,…
Smoke detectors are everywhere for good reason. They’re mandated by law in most Virginia buildings because they significantly reduce the risk of property damage and death. While detectors designed to prevent fire are ubiquitous, there’s another risk that people may not realize — one that…
Sadly, on January 29, 2025, 67 people died in the U.S.’s deadliest plane crash in recent history. The last major aviation accident in Washington, D.C., occurred in 1982 and took the lives of 78 passengers. The midair collision between the Blackhawk helicopter and American Airlines…
There are many injuries you can suffer in a car accident, but whiplash is one of the most common. Approximately 65 percent of all car accident victims, and about three million Americans, suffer whiplash injuries every year. In 2023, there were more than 125,000 car…
Families want to trust nursing homes to care for their loved ones, and while Virginia has regulations in place to ensure that safety measures are followed, nursing home injuries can still happen. When they do, it is crucial that the resident receives prompt medical attention,…
It only takes a fraction of a second for an electrical accident to alter your life forever. Regardless of the cause, these excruciatingly painful incidents can lead to permanent injuries, including cardiac arrest, nerve damage, and thermal burns. In the worst cases, electrical accidents can…
Facing the decision to move a loved one into a nursing home can be heart-wrenching. Still, these facilities can provide essential care that may be difficult to achieve at home. Virginia law dictates that nursing home residents are treated with respect and dignity, backed by…
Fresno, CA – On the morning of Saturday, June 21, 2025, a multi-vehicle collision involving a suspected DUI driver caused injuries to a motorcyclist and overturned two vehicles, according to ABC30. The authorities report that the accident took place shortly after 5:00 AM on Highway…
Chicago, IL – A former Chicago Police Department officer, dismissed for sexual misconduct with a minor and placed on a city do-not-hire list, managed to secure employment with Chicago Public Schools—raising serious questions about district hiring practices and oversight. CPS Background and Hiring Process Under…
Sacramento, CA – On the evening of Sunday, June 22, 2025, a three-vehicle collision resulted in fatal injuries to one, according to KCRA. The Sacramento Police Department reports that the crash occurred around 7:00 PM near the intersection of 16th Street and E Street. Officers…
