Between an explosive political climate and a global pandemic, the ins and outs of the U.S. justice system are more convoluted than ever before. If you are looking for more help on the latest changes in the legal system, you will find it here.
Distracted driving incidents have been steadily increasing over the past few years with no signs of slowing down. In fact, they have now surpassed even drunk driving as the leading cause of motor vehicle accidents in the U.S. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)…
The Collateral Source Rule prohibits a party from introducing evidence of insurance or a third-party providing coverage in order to offset any type of damages claimed. This rule applies to both plaintiffs and defendants in every personal injury case. A defendant cannot introduce evidence that…
When someone is injured in a car crash, the at-fault driver’s car insurance pays for the defense of their claim. This includes paying for the medical expert the defense uses to testify against plaintiffs in personal injury cases. As plaintiff’s personal injury attorneys, our office…
Pedestrian injuries and fatalities in Virginia and across the U.S. have steadily increased over the last couple of decades. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, there were 1,625 vehicle crashes involving pedestrians in 2019, and 124 were fatal. These deaths accounted for 15%…
One of several laws enacted in the 2021 Virginia legislative session that will benefit consumers is an upcoming increase in the minimum automobile liability insurance limits. Briefly, automobile liability insurance is the insurance that provides financial protection to you in the event you cause a…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives in significant ways, and we have seen a difference in how we work and attend school. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 93% of households with school-aged children are engaged in some form of distance learning,…
Beginning July 1, 2021, Virginia’s General District Court limits will increase from $25,000 to $50,000 for cases that do not involve “any claim to specific personal property or to any debt, fine or other money, or to damages for breach of contract or for injury…
Although people have adjusted the way they socialize during the pandemic, trampoline parks across the country are still open for business. The indoor recreational facilities with their wall-to-wall trampolines and party areas make them an easy way to celebrate birthdays or other special events. Some…
If a drunk driver injures you in a collision, the immediate aftermath of the accident may consume your focus. Once the dust settles and you consider legal action, you may wonder how much compensation you can seek for medical bills, physical injuries, physical pain, mental…
In York County, Virginia, a massive 75-car pileup happened on Interstate 64 on December 22, 2020. The accident caused injuries to fifty-one people. After an investigation, police determined the cause was black ice. The accident in York County is a recent example of the dangers…
