From hard rain and heavy wind to slick roads and the occasional snow flurry, Virginia drivers have much to worry about with the changing seasons. Unfortunately, one road safety hazard comes from a truly unexpected source – the sun. During the fall and winter, drivers...
Blacksburg Law Blog
How to proceed if another motorist flees the scene of a crash
If you have been involved in an accident while traveling on a Virginia road or highway, it's important to stop at the scene of the crash. It's also a good idea to call police, evaluate everyone in your car for injuries, and start gathering evidence that might be...
Which type of legal entity is your startup?
It's not always easy to determine which legal entity option is best for your startup when you're first registering as a small business. The best fit for a legal entity in Virginia depends on what your goals are within the scope of this business. One key consideration...
The higher risks of secondary crashes
Car accidents in Virginia can quickly harm you or those you love, and secondary collisions may make the situation even worse. After a vehicle hits something, no one can precisely calculate what else might be hit within the seconds immediately following. The damages of...
Reasonable suspicion and traffic stops
Reasonable suspicion is a legal concept that many people know little about. Most Virginia residents are more familiar with a probable cause because it is necessary when law enforcement officers make an arrest. Reasonable suspicion is actually part of a potential...
Are you getting ready to sell your home?
Throughout life, most people find themselves regularly moving from one home to another. Before most people can move into a new home, they'll need to sell the one they're currently living in. If you're preparing to sell your home in Virginia, here's how to do it like a...
Can you prevent a head-on car crash?
Drivers and passengers may take precautions when traveling in a vehicle. Both might fasten their seat belts, and the driver could take steps to avoid any accidental moving violations. No one wants to get involved in a head-on car accident due to the severe injury...
Are vehicles with three rows safer in an auto accident?
In a Virginia motor vehicle accident, occupants can suffer catastrophic injuries and death. When people decide what type of automobile to purchase, safety is a primary consideration. Research can be useful to determine which vehicles have the best safety records. One...
Your addiction could help you avoid a criminal record
People get arrested in Virginia every day for the illegal possession of drugs. The possession of prohibited substances and the use of prescription medication by someone other than the intended patients violate state drug laws and can lead to criminal charges if...
Challenging breathalyzer results in Virginia
Virginia refers to DUI as DWI, or driving while intoxicated, which also includes narcotics. A driver in Blacksburg, Virginia, could get charged with DWI if they register .08% when tested with a breathalyzer. If a driver is subjected to a breathalyzer test and they...

