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.

NTSB Releases Most Wanted List – Part II

In our last blog post, we discussed some of the recommendations that the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) had made in its recently released Most Wanted List (MWL). The list is an annual report the agency puts together that addresses the most critical transportation safety…

By Randy Appleton

/ 10 Aug 2021

NTSB Releases Most Wanted List – Part I

Every year, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) releases its Most Wanted List (MWL). This list is the agency’s agenda of critical issues that need to be addressed in order to prevent accidents and save lives. It addresses transportation safety improvements in highway, rail, aviation,…

By Randy Appleton

/ 3 Aug 2021

How Does Speed Affect Liability in a Car Accident Case?

Speeding is becoming so commonplace on our roads that we do not give it much thought when we see someone driving above the speed limit. However, this dangerous habit is proving to be one of the topmost causes of traffic accidents, accounting for a quarter…

By Eric Washburn

/ 12 Jul 2021

How Does Speed Affect Liability in a Car Accident Case?

Pedestrian deaths on the rise in Virginia – What can be done?

In an alarming trend over the past decade, US roads have turned increasingly dangerous for pedestrians. While 2009 saw 4,302 pedestrian traffic fatalities accounting for 13 percent of the total traffic deaths, the figure jumped up to 6,374, accounting for 17 percent of road deaths,…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 5 Jul 2021

Pedestrian deaths on the rise in Virginia – What can be done?

Fourth of July Holiday Increases Risk of Virginia Beach Car Accidents

Independence Day is just days away and Virginia Beach officials say they are expecting larger than normal crowds at the city’s Fourth of July celebrations, thanks to the predicted good weather and recently lifted pandemic restrictions. Officials are urging the public to plan for heavy…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 29 Jun 2021

Fourth of July Holiday Increases Risk of Virginia Beach Car Accidents

Peloton’s Treadmills Are Recalled After an Infant Death and 70 Injuries

Acclaimed as the biggest interactive fitness platform, Peloton, a well-known name in stationary bikes, introduced its treadmills around three years ago. Having sold nearly 125,000 of these exercise machines, the company recently released new features like letting users access scenic routes through t

By Randy Appleton

/ 29 Jun 2021

Peloton’s Treadmills Are Recalled After an Infant Death and 70 Injuries

Preventing Truck Driver Fatigue

Commercial truck accidents are often the most devastating that occur. These vehicles are massive in both size and weight, making many accidents with passenger vehicles catastrophic. While there are many different reasons why truck accidents occur, one of the most common is truck driver fatigue.…

By Eric Washburn

/ 6 May 2021

Step in a Virginia Personal Injury Case

In Virginia – just as in every other state in the country – any victim who is injured in an accident or incident that is a result of another party’s negligence or recklessness is allowed to pursue a legal claim against that party to recover…

By Eric Washburn

/ 27 Apr 2021

The Dangers of Internal Injuries in Virginia Beach Car Accidents

When a person is involved in a car accident, the hours following that crash can be stressful and confusing as they try to determine if they have suffered any injuries in the accident. Unfortunately, there are many types of injuries that car accident victims sustain…

By Eric Washburn

/ 20 Apr 2021

The Dangers of Internal Injuries in Virginia Beach Car Accidents

Dangers of Towing Trailers and Car Accident Risks

Although many people are getting their COVID vaccines and numbers are slowly beginning to come down, the medical community is still advising people to be cautious as states begin to lift their restrictions. As people begin planning their summer vacations around these recommendations, many are…

By Eric Washburn

/ 16 Apr 2021

Dangers of Towing Trailers and Car Accident Risks

Can You Collect Damages for PTSD Caused by an Accident?

When a victim is involved in an accident and they suffer physical injuries, those injuries are usually evident. Broken bones, bruises, contusions, etc., all leave their mark, whether for a short while or permanently. However, what many people do not realize is that accident victims…

By Eric Washburn

/ 9 Apr 2021

Can You Collect Damages for PTSD Caused by an Accident?

Getting Ready for Summer Travel and Avoiding Car Accidents

With spring in full bloom here in Virginia, it is just a matter of time before summer arrives. This means day trips and vacations. According to national statistics, it is estimated that 75 percent of Americans take to the roads during the summer month, the…

By Randy Appleton

/ 6 Apr 2021

Getting Ready for Summer Travel and Avoiding Car Accidents