The spinal column consists of the spinal cord, which transmits neural signals up and down the body, and dozens of vertebrae that protect it. This column is very sturdy; however, it is not immune from trauma. Many horrific car accidents leave victims with spinal injuries that take months to heal. Our experienced Virginia car accident …
Virginia law clearly requires that motorists stop after getting into an accident, even when they strike an unoccupied vehicle. Va. Code § 46.2-894 states that drivers should “immediately stop” and offer “reasonable assistance” to any victim injured in the wreck. However, far too many people flee the scene of an accident, often leaving behind victims …
Traffic safety should be a priority year-round, but it is especially important during the holidays. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), the Thanksgiving weekend is one of the deadliest stretches on our nation’s roads and highways. Many people can be badly hurt—even killed—in a collision during the Thanksgiving weekend, so please exercise extreme caution. …
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Construction seems to be never-ending on Virginia’s roads. Unfortunately, construction zones are very dangerous and increase the chances of someone getting involved in a fatal accident. According to industry statistics, 2018 saw 672 fatal crashes in work zones, resulting in 755 deaths. In Virginia alone, the state saw 9 fatal accidents, resulting in 9 fatalities. …
To obtain compensation following a car accident, we must establish that another driver was at fault for the collision. This can be easy or hard, depending on the case. In some accidents, a motorist flat out admits that they were at fault, or we have conclusive video evidence that the other driver made some mistake …
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Rollovers occur whenever a vehicle flips onto its side or the roof, and they are a particularly deadly type of car accident. These accidents are relatively rare, but the fatality rate is higher for them than for other collisions, like sideswipes or fender benders. Many people suffer serious injuries in rollovers because they are not …
Yes. Virginia requires that all children be secured in an appropriate safety seat or booster seat when riding in a vehicle. Virginia’s law is quite different from other states, where parents do not need to use a car seat if the child is too tall or heavy. These seats are designed to protect a child …
Many car accidents are caused by negligent or reckless drivers, but road defects can also contribute to a wreck. These defects should be fixed promptly to protect the public, but negligent government authorities allow hazardous conditions to exist for far too long. If a road defect or hazard has caused your accident, contact a Virginia …
Motorcycle accident injuries tend to be much more severe than those suffered by people riding in passenger sedans. Motorcyclists are exposed to the elements in ways that are unique, and they can suffer direct hits to their bodies. Below, our motorcycle accident lawyer identifies 5 of the most serious injuries that our clients suffer. Contact …
Virginia is a fault state when it comes to car accidents. Other states, like Florida, are “no fault,” which means that motorists carry no-fault insurance that pays compensation regardless of who is to blame. In Virginia, our motorists must carry liability insurance, which pays benefits only when the policyholder is at fault for a collision. …