Washington, D.C., has earned the distinction of having some of the worst traffic congestion in the United States. The reason is simple: Quick population growth without the necessary infrastructure expansion inevitably leads to paralyzing traffic congestion. The metro area’s population has nearly tripled since the 1960s, while road capacity has remained…
In Virginia, obtaining traffic camera footage of your car accident is both your right and a valuable resource. You can acquire this crucial evidence in various ways including applications to local police offices, by making a request under Virginia’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), or by subpoena. An experienced car accident…
The aftermath of any car accident can be a stressful time. But when you’re involved in a wreck with an uninsured motorist, things can be even more frustrating and uncertain. If the other driver doesn’t have insurance to pay for the losses they caused, it can be challenging to know…
The Virginia Highway Safety Office reports that 118,498 car accidents occurred in the state in 2021. These crashes resulted in more than 58,786 injuries and, tragically, 968 deaths. In Richmond alone, there were 5,656 accidents reported in 2021. These led to 2,665 injuries and 17 deaths. No matter where they are in…
In Virginia, insurance companies cannot increase your premiums if you make a claim under your uninsured motorist coverage. These claims are not based on your fault but on another driver’s negligence. This fundamental principle of insurance law exists to protect the rights of policyholders and ensure that they aren’t financially…
Many drivers involved in a left-turn collision wonder who is at fault. Is it the person who turned in front of traffic or the one who did not slow down for the turning driver? Because a left-turning driver must yield the right of way to oncoming traffic, they are often legally…
Fault is determined by carefully analyzing the actions of the pedestrian and driver. Both parties are required to follow the rules of the road and act cautiously to avoid potential accidents. The party or parties who acted carelessly may be found at fault. Anyone who has ever walked along a…
Medical expenses are billed to the liability coverage for the at-fault driver, up to their policy limits. All drivers in Virginia must carry a minimum of $25,000 in bodily injury claims. A serious car accident can generate a lot of medical bills. But an accident victim may have a right…
Car accidents can cause painful injuries. While many of these injuries are immediately recognizable, such as fractures, burns, and spinal damage, other injuries may not be so easy to detect. Though these other injuries may be highly serious, their symptoms may be delayed. Shock is one example of this type…
From sprains and bruises to broken bones and concussions, car accidents result in a wide variety of injuries. Some are immediately apparent at the scene of the accident. Others only appear after some time has passed. Chest pains may fall into either category. Whether you feel it immediately or down…
