In March 2019, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued a report that revealed a disturbing trend in the trucking industry. According to the agency, which oversees interstate trucking in the U.S., there were 4,889 large trucks and buses involved in fatal accidents in our country in 2017, marking…
When it comes to motorcycle safety in our country, there is some good news and bad news. Thankfully, we also have some promising news to report about exciting advances in motorcycle safety technology. New gear, equipment, electronics, and helmet features should help to prevent motorcycle accidents and injuries in the…
The personal injury attorneys of Marks & Harrison are proud of the communities that we serve throughout Virginia. Every day, we encounter individuals and organizations who work hard to enrich our communities and make a difference in people’s lives. That is why we have launched our “Community Spotlight” series. Our…
What is the Dog Bite Statistics in Virginia? More than 36% of U.S. households own at least one dog. They provide many benefits to the owner. Help to reduce stress. Allow opportunities to get exercise. Serve as great companions for children. For many people, dogs are more than pets. They…
The attorneys of Marks & Harrison are proud of the communities that we serve throughout Virginia. Every day, we encounter individuals and organizations who work hard to enrich our communities and make a difference in people’s lives. That is why we have launched our “Community Spotlight” series. Our goal is…
A jury in a California state court recently awarded a $289 million verdict to a 46-year-old man, Dewayne Johnson, who claimed that Monsanto’s Roundup weed killer caused him to develop cancer. According to Reuters, the case is the first one to go to trial out of an estimated 8,000 Roundup…
Today, people in Virginia and across the country use video to show what really happened in car accidents. Dash cams, in particular, have become popular. Many people believe that the $50 to $400 investment in one of these cameras can, in the long run, pay dividends if a crash leads…
In August 2018, the California-based electric scooter-sharing company, Bird, made a surprise launch in Richmond by scattering its dockless scooters throughout the downtown area. According to news reports, the unannounced scooter drops were a part of the company’s “university pop-up tour.” Within a day of the launch, Richmond City officials…
In the aftermath of a car accident, you can take several important steps on your own to protect your right to recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain, suffering and more. Taking photos of the accident scene and your injuries is one of those crucial steps. These photos…
Have you ever passed by a car accident scene and wondered whether you should stop and help the injured? Or did no one stop to offer you help at the scene of your collision? For many people, they don’t stop to help out of concern that they might get sued…
