If you’ve been charged with a crime in Virginia, you’re probably experiencing a bevy of emotions. Fear, anger, anxiousness, and confusion are just a few of the emotions criminal defendants experience. And to make matters worse, people charged with crimes in Virginia must attempt to navigate the criminal justice system—a system that is complicated and […]
Following a car accident, it is imperative to seek medical treatment. This is true even now, during the coronavirus crisis. Although some car accident injuries are obvious, such as lacerations and broken bones, other injuries are not. Many people experience shock and bewilderment after an automobile collision and non-visible injuries go undetected. Injuries which can […]
Virginia personal injury cases have many moving parts. Therefore, it is imperative to always seek the assistance of a Virginia personal injury attorney as early as possible. The Investigation Your personal injury attorney will interview you, witnesses to the event, as well any investigating police officers. Photographs will be taken to document the scene and […]
Auto accidents are a big problem in Virginia, with drivers and passengers suffering serious injuries every day. And unfortunately, many people don’t know what to do or where to turn following an auto accident—so they fail to do anything at all. Don’t make this mistake. If you’ve been injured in an auto accident in Virginia, […]
A condition known as “weather blindness” is a major cause of accidents in the United States. Weather blindness occurs when a driver’s ability to see clearly is affected due to weather conditions. To put it simply—when drivers can’t see, accidents happen. Driving in such weather conditions puts drivers, passengers, and pedestrians at risk. In other […]
If you’ve ever been involved in an auto accident, you probably understand the importance of auto insurance. Many people assume that auto insurance is required by Virginia law, however, this is not the case. Virginia drivers are not required to carry auto insurance. However, drivers who don’t purchase auto insurance must pay an uninsured motorist […]
Mediation is an alternative to litigation or going to Court. It provides parties with an opportunity to identify issues upon which they disagree and gives them the chance to work together to resolve them. The process During mediation, an uninterested third party facilitates communication between divorcing parties in order to reach an agreement. In some […]
Motorcycle accidents differ from other types of auto accidents, both in their likelihood and severity. In addition, the legal ramifications of motorcycle accidents can be different than car or truck collisions. For example, Virginia’s motorcycle helmet laws can affect the legal consequences faced by riders involved in accidents. Therefore, for both safety and legal reasons, […]
The probate process is a legal proceeding that occurs after an individual dies. During probate, the court oversees a number of functions, including the payment of debts and distribution of estate assets. Below is an overview of the probate process in Virginia. 1) Recording the will – The first step in the Virginia probate process is presenting the […]
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident in Virginia, you should pursue compensation for your losses. The best way to do this is by hiring an experienced Virginia personal injury attorney. An experienced attorney will guide you through the legal process while doing his or her best to ensure that you are […]