Individuals placed under arrest in Virginia may find themselves upset, scared and nervous. Such anxiety may lead them to make mistakes, such as not paying attention to their Miranda rights. One such right centers on the right to remain silent. To continue talking...
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What happens to passengers at the scene of a DUI arrest?
When a person is suspected of driving drunk in Virginia, police will pull them over and conduct a DUI investigation. Typically, the driver is then arrested at the scene of the incident and transported to the police station. But what happens if there was another person...
Tips for selling your home
Selling your home in Virginia might take some work, but your efforts don't have to be harder than necessary. By being wise about how you use your resources, you can realize the true potential of your property. Follow these tips to get your home ready to place on the...
What are Virginia’s DUI penalties?
The state of Virginia assigns harsh repercussions toward those convicted of driving under the influence. Even first-time offenders may face unexpectedly strict penalties, and repeat offenders could look at significant jail time. Persons charged with a drunk or drugged...
Who pays for your injuries in a truck accident?
If you've been injured in a truck accident in Virginia, your first instinct might be to sue the truck driver. Commercial truck drivers are frequently held liable for accidents since their vehicles are much larger and more dangerous than regular passenger vehicles....
Contaminated food may be hazardous to your health
People in Virginia probably do not think about getting a foodborne illness when they enjoy a favorite restaurant meal. However, a foodborne illness can easily be transmitted to people when they eat contaminated food. Biological food contaminants include bacteria,...
Common reasons that trucks get sidelined
Between September 9-11, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance held a 72-hour enforcement spree. During the blitz, the Alliance inspected a total of 50,151 inspections in Virginia and around North America and placed more than 15,000 trucks out of service. The next...
Do you need a business partner?
If you are starting a new business in Virginia, then you might be wondering if bringing on a business partner is the right move. While a partner can bring in new resources and knowledge, they also introduce some risk because you have to give up some control of the...
Study shows accurate data reduces congestion and accidents
West Virginia is among many states that undergo an annual road-construction season that puts up orange barrels in the spring and often leaves them generally in place until well into the fall months. Construction zone delays and backups generally are handled with...
Longest trips run highest accident risks
If you go on a trip in Virginia that lasts more than an hour, you are running a much greater motor vehicle accident risk than trips of shorter duration. Yet most accidents truly do happen close to home, a new study shows. High accidents rates in first six minutes The...

