When you get into a car accident, how much compensation you may receive is often the last thing on your mind. But as your medical bills and days off from work start piling up, finding out whether you can recover your losses becomes more important. The answer is: Yes...
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is extremely dangerous. The consequences can be severe, including legal trouble and serious harm to everyone involved. It is important to understand these risks to keep our roads and communities safe. When you are...
The impact of a serious truck accident can be devastating. Behind the scenes of a fatal truck crash, there's often a hidden culprit: driver fatigue. Long hours on the road, tight deadlines and inadequate rest can push truckers to exhaustion, impairing their judgment...
The aftermath of a car accident often brings immediate concerns about visible injuries and property damage. However, one of the most serious yet frequently overlooked consequences is a concussion. This form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) may have far-reaching effects...
In Virginia, drunk driving is treated pretty harshly – especially when a drunk driver causes an accident that claims someone’s life. When that happens, a drunk driving charge becomes involuntary manslaughter, instead. What is involuntary manslaughter? Manslaughter...
While you may be entitled to compensation if you suffered damages in a crash caused by another party’s negligence, it’s ill-advised to settle your car accident claim as early as possible. It’s a common mistake many victims make in the aftermath of an accident, perhaps...
Buying a new home is an exciting venture, but it's important to approach the process with caution, especially when reviewing the real estate contract. In Virginia, several red flags may indicate potential problems with your property purchase. It is important to...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a common type of injury resulting from trauma to the head. The long-term effects of TBIs can vary widely depending on the severity of the injury. Common long-term effects include the following. Mobility issues One possible...
Certain medications used to treat attention-deficit disorder (ADD) or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are stimulants – which have a different effect on the brains of people with ADD/ADHD than they do neurotypicals. Neurotypical people sometimes obtain...
Memorial Day 2024 has come and gone, which means that the “100 Deadliest Days” of the year for teen drivers have started. There’s an annual spike in fatal accidents between Memorial Day and Labor Day. During these months, teens are out of school, spending more time...
