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 Virginia Beach Boat Accidents

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 25 Jun 2024

Dealing with Virginia Beach Boat Accidents

Why You Should Never Agree to a Recorded Statement with the Insurance Company

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…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 18 Jun 2024

Why You Should Never Agree to a Recorded Statement with the Insurance Company

Why is it a Bad Idea to Handle My Own Personal Injury Case?

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 14 Jun 2024

Why is it a Bad Idea to Handle My Own Personal Injury Case?

The Dangers of Hands-Free Cell Phone Use While Driving

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…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 13 Jun 2024

The Dangers of Hands-Free Cell Phone Use While Driving

What Are the Legal Implications of Virginia’s Reduced Speed Limits?

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,…

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 7 Jun 2024

What Are the Legal Implications of Virginia’s Reduced Speed Limits?

How Helpful Is a Police Report in a Virginia Beach Car Accident Claim?

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…

By Andrew R. Stover

/ 6 Jun 2024

How Helpful Is a Police Report in a Virginia Beach Car Accident Claim?

What Common Surgeries Carry the Highest Risks of Harm?

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…

By Eric Washburn

/ 4 Jun 2024

What Common Surgeries Carry the Highest Risks of Harm?

Dangers of Unnecessary Back Surgeries

One of the things that come with aging is the increase in the aches and pains we deal with. With all the advanced techniques and medical devices, many patients have found solutions to those aches and pains by undergoing ankle, knee, hip, shoulder, and back…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 3 Jun 2024

Can I Pursue Legal Action for Airbag Injuries?

According to a report published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, front airbags have saved roughly 30,000 lives since they began being included as standard safety features in all passenger vehicles in 1998. Airbags are designed to protect vehicle occupants during accidents but t

By Kevin D. Sharp

/ 31 May 2024

Can I Pursue Legal Action for Airbag Injuries?

When Should I Settle My Personal Injury Case?

When a Virginia victim has suffered serious personal injuries in an accident caused by another party, not only do they have the medical and physical ramifications to deal with, but they are often stressed over the financial impact their injuries are causing. There are often…

By Richard Shapiro

/ 28 May 2024

When Should I Settle My Personal Injury Case?

What Steps Should I Take if I Was Burned by a Defective Product?

Consumers can sustain life-changing burn injuries through the use of certain defective products, such as defective electronic cigarettes and lithium-ion batteries. When these products explode, they can cause devastating burns and other catastrophic injuries. Burn injury victims often require painful

By Eric Washburn

/ 24 May 2024

What Steps Should I Take if I Was Burned by a Defective Product?

Negligence Per Se and Personal Injury Law

If you are injured due to another person’s negligence, a Virginia personal injury attorney can help you file a lawsuit to obtain financial compensation for the losses those injuries have caused you from the parties responsible. One of the biggest obstacles in a personal injury…

By Eric Washburn

/ 21 May 2024

Negligence Per Se and Personal Injury Law