Virginia residents who seek insurance settlements for injuries after accidents sometimes come up against a stunner of a rule known as contributory negligence. It can stop a deserving accident victim in their tracks and leave them without a dime of compensation. Under Virginia’s contributory negligence rule, if a person injured…
Many people think of personal injury cases in terms of lawsuits. In fact, many personal injury claims never get to court. They are resolved through negotiated insurance settlements. Our Richmond personal injury lawyers file lawsuits asking the court to compel an insurance company to pay a claim only when an…
A VIRGINIAN’S GUIDE TO VOTING IN THE NOVEMBER 2020 GENERAL ELECTION A General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, for the offices of President and Vice President of the United States. And depending on your particular locality or district, you may also be voting for other federal,…
Most motorcycle owners know that there are inherent risks that come with riding, largely due to the lack of protective structure or safety systems that occupants of passenger vehicles have. However, there are often additional concerns riders may not have considered until after they’ve been involved in an accident. If…
For many motorcyclists, being on their bike with the open road ahead of them is what it’s all about. Stretching from the Atlantic to the Appalachians, Virginia offers scenic and diverse rides for solo bikers or groups of motorcyclists. Here are 5 of our favorite Virginia motorcycle routes. 1. Skyline…
Motorcycle riders in Virginia who know the state’s helmet laws are often confused about making an insurance claim after getting into an accident while not wearing a helmet. Virginia law requires that motorcycle operators and passengers wear protective helmets. Even if you were violating Virginia law by not wearing a…
Brain injuries are some of the most severe injuries that accident victims face. When individuals suffer from these catastrophic injuries, their entire lives are often changed. They may not be able to function in the same way they once did, and they need their families and medical teams to rally…
Drivers in Virginia should fully grasp the dangers associated with texting and driving. They should realize that when they text while driving, they take their hands off the wheel and no longer focus on the road in front of them. As a result, they risk causing a serious car accident….
Accidents happen all of the time in Virginia and leave victims with serious injuries that are costly to treat. To help cover these costs, injured individuals can file a personal injury claim against the at-fault party. Through these claims, victims can seek compensation for the damages, or losses, which they sustained as…
We are taking the threat of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Virginia very seriously. Right now, people in Virginia are being hurt by the threat of the Coronavirus. Let us help! We understand the fears that many people may have about traveling. We want those in our community to play our…
