A bill is currently winding its way through the federal legislative process. The Mail Traffic Deaths Reporting Act of 2024 was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives in May and is currently being considered in the U.S. Senate.
According to data collected by the National Safety Council, approximately 45,000 people are killed in traffic accidents each year. Many of these tragic crashes have common factors that, had they been addressed, could have prevented the accident.
If your child suffers any suspected head injury, it is crucial to seek medical care immediately. Not doing so could cause serious complications, including death and the potential for lasting disabilities.
Parents do many things when their children are in the vehicle with them that also take their focus off the road. Learn about common distracting activities that parents engage in with children in the car.
Summer has arrived, which means that many residents and visitors to the Virginia Beach area will be enjoying water activities, including canoeing, fishing, jet skiing, and water skiing, or just relaxing on the deck of a pontoon boat. Unfortunately, this also means that there will…
When a person is injured in a car accident and files a claim against the other driver’s insurance company, the insurance adjuster assigned to the case usually contacts the victim to interview them about the accident. They are trained to also attempt to get the…
In 2022, one vehicle collision took place in Virginia every 4 minutes and 20 seconds. If your accident resulted solely in vehicle damage and no personal injuries, you might manage the claim independently to cover repair costs. However, if you sustained serious injuries, multiple insurance…
Everyone knows they should avoid texting and driving. Focusing on a smartphone screen rather than the road is a recipe for disaster and may lead to serious accidents. This commonsense principle has led Virginia to pass a law forcing drivers to only use hands-free devices…
Speeding is a common traffic violation in Virginia, Across the state, speed limits fluctuate based on the area and the type of roadway. While most speeding violations result in a standard traffic citation, exceeding the speed limit significantly can escalate the offense to reckless driving,…
According to Virginia law, if you are in a car accident where a victim has been injured and/or there has been significant property damage, you are required to report the accident to police. The problem is that it is often hard to estimate damages at…
When a person is told by their doctor that they need to undergo a surgical procedure, it can be stressful. Even a minor surgery has the potential to have significant complications that can leave a patient with serious – even fatal – injuries. The fear…
