Motor vehicle crashes can lead to several types of injuries, one of which is a spinal cord injury (SCI). This type of injury can lead to lifelong effects that can make it hard for the victim to live a meaningful life or support themselves. Understanding a bit about...
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Understanding fiduciary contracts
Fiduciary contracts are legal agreements that establish a financial relationship. In these relationships, one party manages assets or acts in the best interests of another. The beneficiaries of these contracts can be businesses, charitable organizations or estates....
Did a defective part lead to your recent car crash?
Determining whether a defective part caused your recent car crash will contribute to your broader understanding of your legal rights and opportunities for compensation. Unfortunately, determining whether a defective part – whether subject to a recall or not – played a...
Why are inspections an important part of the home buying process?
The process of buying a home includes many steps and can be time-consuming. However, each step in the process serves an important purpose, and skipping any of them can be a mistake. This is especially true when it comes to the home inspection. Buyers must make sure to...
A truck accident may involve several liable parties
When pursuing compensation for an accident involving a truck, it can help to understand that there may be several potentially liable parties whom you may potentially in a position to hold liable for your damages. Identifying these parties can be a complicated...
What to do if you are hit by an uninsured driver in Virginia
Encountering a situation where you've been hit by an uninsured driver can be stressful and confusing. However, in Virginia, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and potentially seek compensation for damages. As such, if you are hit by an uninsured driver,...
You cannot cross state lines with marijuana
In Virginia, recreational marijuana has been legalized. It is not a crime to purchase or possess a small amount of marijuana for personal use, as long as you are over 21 years old. There are limits on the amount a person can possess at one time and things of this...
Half of all injury crashes occur at intersections
The statistics regarding car accidents in the United States can expose dangerous trends. In some cases, it’s helpful for drivers to know how accidents occur. This may allow them to avoid certain accidents, or at least to be more wary of times and places where these...
Did you suffer a concussion in your accident?
Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury caused by impact on the head. They can range from mild to severe and can disrupt the way the brain normally functions. Knowing the signs of concussion is important, as early detection can prevent further injury....
3 tax considerations for business formation
As a business owner, the decision to choose the right business formation is not a light decision. One of the important factors that demand careful consideration is the potential tax implications associated with different business structures. 1. Sole proprietorship A...