By design, crumple zones in a car should absorb shock and protect passengers in a collision by crumpling or bending. The crumple zone helps to distribute the energy from the crash, reduce the accident’s impact on the vehicle’s occupants, and minimize the harm they suffer. Car crumple zones save lives….
Virginia, like many states, has several laws that may seem weird or downright funny to some people. Despite their content, many of these statutes still exist because there hasn’t been a strong push to remove them. In many cases, the laws reflect a bygone era’s social attitudes, while others seem…
Virginia enacted its Move Over Law in 2002. It requires drivers to move to a non-adjacent lane or slow down when passing stationary vehicles with flashing lights, such as police or ambulances. Failing to move over and reduce speed is a crime that carries potential fines, prison, and the loss…
When you suffer an injury, the thing you are probably most concerned with is your recovery. From there, you may start to worry about paying your medical bills, returning to work, or regaining full mobility and maintaining the quality of life that you were accustomed to prior to your accident….
Don’t risk suffering severe injuries or receiving a traffic ticket by riding in the back of a truck. Virginia law prohibits most people under 16 from riding in a truck’s bed. However, even those old enough to legally ride in a truck’s bed shouldn’t, as they have little protection from…
In Virginia, a negligent driver bears responsibility for injuries and losses in an accident they caused. However, if the driver of the vehicle is not its owner, in limited circumstances you may also have a claim against the owner. Car accident liability can be a complex matter, but determining who…
Virginia car seat laws state that children under the age of eight must be correctly secured in an approved child safety seat or booster seat, regardless of their weight or height. Children must remain in rear-facing seats until they reach the age of two or until they meet the manufacturer’s…
Personal injury cases in Washington DC do not have a set timeline. How long it takes to recover compensation depends on the specifics of the case. However, many cases settle within 6 to 18 months. Simpler cases may take as little as 3 to 8 months, while complex cases involving…
A valid DC personal injury claim starts with evidence showing that you suffered harm as a direct result of someone else’s careless actions or failure to act. You also need to show that your injuries caused measurable losses, like medical expenses, lost income, and substantial pain and suffering. A personal…
If a car hits you as a pedestrian on the streets of Washington DC, your first step is to report the crash and seek immediate medical treatment. Once you’ve done that, write down everything you remember, avoid discussing your case on social media, and contact an attorney as soon as…
