Legal

The law affects every part of daily life. Our legal section offers clear, practical explanations of new laws, court rulings, and local and national legal developments. Whether you’re following a major lawsuit or seeking to understand how a new law impacts you, this section keeps readers informed about what’s happening in Virginia’s courts and legislature.

How Does a Virginia Car Accident Settlement Work?

After being injured in a Virginia car accident, you need to hire a personal injury attorney as quickly as possible. Working with an experienced attorney increases your chances of earning full and fair financial compensation for the injuries and other damages you endured as a…

By Eric Washburn

/ 14 Feb 2023

How Does a Virginia Car Accident Settlement Work?

Insurance Company Surveillance and Your Virginia Premises Liability Accident

Even if you have a valid claim against a negligent property owner or business owner whose negligence was responsible for your premises liability accident, their insurance carrier is going to try to pay you as little compensation as they possibly can for your damages or…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 13 Feb 2023

Insurance Company Surveillance and Your Virginia Premises Liability Accident

Seeking Compensation After a Crash Caused by a Virginia Drunk Driver

There are very few things that we can all agree on in today’s world, but the dangers associated with driving drunk are hard to argue against. Everyone knows that it is not a good idea to get behind the wheel after drinking, which is why…

By Eric Washburn

/ 10 Feb 2023

Seeking Compensation After a Crash Caused by a Virginia Drunk Driver

Common Causes of Virginia Beach Truck Accidents

Truck accidents are very common on Virginia roads, occurring very suddenly. Many times, drivers of smaller vehicles are left with serious injuries, unsure of how the crash actually happened. While the cause of an accident is not always easily identifiable and often requires an extensive…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 10 Feb 2023

Common Causes of Virginia Beach Truck Accidents

Virginia Airports and Premises Liability Accidents

Virginia airports range from the extremely large and sprawling Washington Dulles International Airport to the blink-and-you’ll-miss-it Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport. At the state’s larger facilities, it is not uncommon for visitors to walk upwards of a mile to reach their terminal. Regrettably,

By Eric Washburn

/ 9 Feb 2023

Virginia Airports and Premises Liability Accidents

What You Need to Know About the Virginia Wrongful Death Claim Process

If you recently lost a family member due to another party’s negligence, you may be on the fence about what to do. You are not alone. Figuring out how to file a wrongful death suit is extremely complex and distressing. To help you make that…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 4 Feb 2023

What You Need to Know About the Virginia Wrongful Death Claim Process

Is the Rear Vehicle Always to Blame For a Virginia Rear-End Accident?

Rear-end accidents are the most frequently-occurring accidents in the United States. News reports suggest that roughly 1.7 million rear-end accidents take place nationwide every single year. Even though this type of collision takes place far more often than any other kind of motor vehicle crash,…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 31 Jan 2023

Is the Rear Vehicle Always to Blame For a Virginia Rear-End Accident?

U.S. News Releases 2022-2023 Best Nursing Homes Report

It is estimated that the number of Baby Boomers in this country is almost 80 million people. Between medical advances and the focus on healthy living and exercise, the age of life expectancy continues to increase. This means that, at some point, more and more…

By Eric Washburn

/ 31 Jan 2023

U.S. News Releases 2022-2023 Best Nursing Homes Report

How Speeding Contributes to Deadly Virginia Car Crashes

Earlier this month, a single-vehicle crash in Fairfax County claimed the lives of two teenagers and sent a third to the hospital with serious injuries. Authorities were notified around 9:30 p.m. on January 10 about a crash that had occurred in the 7400 block of…

By Eric Washburn

/ 30 Jan 2023

How Speeding Contributes to Deadly Virginia Car Crashes

Injured in a Ski Lift Accident – Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer Explains What To Do Next

The Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains of Virginia are the site of popular ski resorts where residents and visitors enjoy skiing, snowmobiling, and other winter activities. As much fun as skiing and related activities can be, it is important to be cognizant of the fact…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 30 Jan 2023

Injured in a Ski Lift Accident – Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer Explains What To Do Next

Virginia Car Accidents: Common Causes and Injuries

It is a sad but basic fact of life that motor vehicle accidents take place in Virginia and throughout the United States every single day. Virginia car accidents happen for lots of reasons, from mechanical failures to driver negligence, poor roadway design to unsafe driving…

By Eric Washburn

/ 26 Jan 2023

Virginia Car Accidents: Common Causes and Injuries

Health Insurance After a Serious Auto Accident

If you suffered a significant bodily injury in an auto accident, you may be wondering, “who will pay my medical bills and should I use my health insurance?” To answer the latter portion of your question first – yes, you should use your personal health…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 25 Jan 2023

Health Insurance After a Serious Auto Accident