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.

Dealing with the Aftermath of Whiplash Injuries in a Virginia Car Accident

Neck and back pain after a car accident does not always register as a serious condition to the person who suffers the injury. This is because most people assume that the neck pain is just whiplash – a soft tissue and muscle injury – and…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 1 Nov 2022

Dealing with the Aftermath of Whiplash Injuries in a Virginia Car Accident

How Does the Use of Electronic Devices Facilitate Virginia Pedestrian Accidents?

As challenging as it is to quantify just how much the use of electronic devices impacts pedestrian safety, the somewhat meteoric rise in Virginia pedestrian accidents over the last several years would suggest they pose a very real threat to pedestrians and drivers alike. In…

By Eric Washburn

/ 31 Oct 2022

How Does the Use of Electronic Devices Facilitate Virginia Pedestrian Accidents?

How Long Do You Have to File a Claim for Personal Injuries in Virginia?

Most people’s lives can get turned upside down by a personal injury that results from the negligent or intentional actions of another. When this happens, people may struggle to come to terms with their new lives, and even though they need help with the bills…

By Eric Washburn

/ 29 Oct 2022

How Long Do You Have to File a Claim for Personal Injuries in Virginia?

What If I Am Injured As a Passenger in a Virginia Car Accident?

After being injured as a passenger in a Virginia car accident, you will probably need to file a claim against the insurance policy of one or more of the drivers involved in the collision. If you have medical expense benefits, you can file a claim…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 28 Oct 2022

What If I Am Injured As a Passenger in a Virginia Car Accident?

How Can I Get a Copy of My Virginia Car Accident Report?

If you are involved in a Virginia car accident, no matter how small it may seem, you should notify the police right away. Never let the other driver talk you out of contacting law enforcement. After calling 911, an officer should respond to the scene…

By Eric Washburn

/ 25 Oct 2022

How Can I Get a Copy of My Virginia Car Accident Report?

Inclement Weather and Car Crashes

As the month of October winds down and we enter November, the inevitability of winter’s arrival looms large. Winter snow opens up a variety of fun activities, but it can also pose serious practical problems. Icy roads and blinding snow can make driving much more…

By Eric Washburn

/ 18 Oct 2022

Preventing Drunk Driving Accidents

While driving can be dangerous at the best of times, sharing the road with drunk drivers makes that danger much more prevalent. In fact, according to statistics compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost one out of every three vehicle accident deaths…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 15 Oct 2022

Do Not Underestimate Whiplash Injuries After a Virginia Beach Car Accident

Whiplash is one of the most common bodily injuries sustained in a rear-end collision, and just hearing the word often conjures up images of an injured victim wearing a brace around his or her neck while hobbling into a courtroom. Dramatic imagery aside, whiplash is…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 8 Oct 2022

Do Not Underestimate Whiplash Injuries After a Virginia Beach Car Accident

Where Are the Most Dangerous Areas for Pedestrians in Virginia Beach?

The number of pedestrian accidents that happen each year is staggering. Nationwide, approximately 7,000 pedestrians are killed each year – one death every 75 minutes. More than 100,000 pedestrians end up in emergency rooms for non-fatal crash-related injuries. Here in Virginia, about 130 pedestrians

By Richard Shapiro

/ 12 Sep 2022

Where Are the Most Dangerous Areas for Pedestrians in Virginia Beach?

Virginia Beach Pedestrian Accidents

Virginia Beach has some of the busiest streets in the state. According to statistics from the state of Virginia, there are approximately 5,300 traffic accidents that occur in Virginia Beach each year, resulting in 25 deaths and 2,600 people who suffer personal injuries. These high…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 19 Jul 2022

Fentanyl Drives U.S. Drug Overdose Toll Ever Higher

Add an NFL star to the tragically long list of famous and less-well-known individuals taken too soon by an “accidental” fentanyl overdose. News broke on July 1, 2022, that fentanyl use contributed to the death of 26-year-old Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jaylon Ferguson. Before turning pro,…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 5 Jul 2022

Fentanyl Drives U.S. Drug Overdose Toll Ever Higher

Proving Negligence in a Virginia Personal Injury Case

Just about every personal injury claim or lawsuit is based on the legal doctrine of negligence. This means that in order for the victim to receive financial compensation for the losses they have suffered because of their injuries, they have to prove that the accident…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 30 Apr 2022

Proving Negligence in a Virginia Personal Injury Case