Some Virginia residents are getting the opportunity to clean up their criminal records, as a bill passes in July of 2021 opened new doors for expungement. Prior to this point, dismissed charges or not guilty verdicts received eligibility for expungement....
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Air brake failure a factor in almost 30% of truck crashes
It takes more to stop a commercial truck than it does a traditional passenger car. Most modern commercial trucks on the road across Virginia and the rest of the United States now rely on air brake systems, which use a steady stream of compressed air to keep the brakes...
Possible criminal charges for people drunk in public
Many people in Virginia are aware the police can arrest someone for drunk driving. However, it is also possible for police officers to make an arrest if an intoxicated person is on public property, particularly if the individual engages in disorderly behavior. Some...
How can a car accident impact your mental health?
Following a car accident, you may not feel like yourself. Not only do you have to deal with the physical effects, but the trauma can manifest in different ways. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, over seven million car accidents happen...
How can you build relationships with investors?
Working with investors can help you optimize your resources and expand your business in Virginia. Getting noticed and building rapport will take time and require consistent effort. When you know which steps to take, you can know where to focus your attention. Valuable...
Speeding and traffic accident data
As a driver, it is helpful to take a look at statistics on speeding and understand the consequences of this dangerous behavior. Regrettably, speeding remains far too prevalent across the U.S., and many people lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries as a result...
What injuries are most common in a crash involving drunk drivers?
Intoxicated drivers have wreaked havoc on roads for as long as alcohol and cars have existed together simultaneously. Over the years, many drunk drivers have maimed or even killed innocent people due to the crashes they often cause. While any manner of injury may...
Pharmacy malpractice and your risk of injury
You might have never considered the impact that pharmacists have on your well-being until something alarming occurs. Once your doctor prescribes medications, you rely on pharmacists to administer the proper prescription and in the correct concentration. Even a minor...
What are the benefits of the recent insurance law changes?
With the new year in 2022, Virginia lawmakers ushered in some new rules for drivers in the state. WTKR explains the minimum coverage limits for auto insurance increased. Senate Bill 1182 raised the limits to an additional $5,000 for the injury or death of one person...
Will Dram Shop laws protect you from the consequences of a DUI?
Getting a DUI in Virginia is serious and can impact your life for many years to come. If your actions cause injury to innocent people, you could face significant liability for damages. In some states, Dram Shop laws might reduce the consequences of your DUI. However,...

