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John C. Clark Joins Walker Jones 

Walker Jones, PC, with offices in Old Town Warrenton and Washington, Virginia, is pleased to announce that John C. Clark has joined the firm as partner.  Mr. Clark’s concentration is Criminal Law.     He is admitted to the Virginia State Bar, the D.C. Bar, and the Florida Bar.  In addition, Mr. Clark is a […]


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What to Do if You’ve Been Accused of a Hit and Run Accident 

Leaving the scene of an accident in Virginia is a serious criminal offense. In fact, a hit-and-run conviction in Virginia can result in incarceration, restitution, and fines. Therefore, if you are facing a hit-and-run charge, you must take it seriously. In this article, we explain what to do if you’ve been accused of a hit-and-run […]

  • Posted on: Mar 21 2023
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What is the Offense of Online Solicitation?

The state of Virginia aggressively prosecutes people who are charged with sex offenses. The consequences of a sex crime conviction in Virginia include incarceration, fines, and inclusion on the sex offender registry. In addition, a conviction for a sexual offense of any kind often results in multiple collateral consequences for the offender. Online solicitation is […]

  • Posted on: Mar 16 2023
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Do I Have to Talk to the Police in Virginia? 

Many people believe that refusing to speak with the police will make them look suspicious or guilty. Some people even believe that refusing to talk to a law enforcement officer is against the law. This couldn’t be further from the truth, however. In most cases, you are under no obligation to speak with a law […]

  • Posted on: Mar 14 2023
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Preparing for a Consultation with a Criminal Defense Attorney

If you have recently been charged with a crime, you are probably experiencing a wide range of emotions, including fear, anger, and confusion. Fortunately, when you hire an experienced criminal defense attorney, you can alleviate some of the stress associated with being a criminal defendant. The first step in hiring an attorney is scheduling an […]

  • Posted on: Jan 21 2023
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Do I Need to Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney?

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 […]

  • Posted on: Dec 14 2022
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The Importance of Medical Treatment Following a Car Accident

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 […]

  • Posted on: Sep 30 2020
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The Steps of a Virginia Personal Injury Lawsuit

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 […]

  • Posted on: Aug 12 2020
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Virginia Auto Accident Statistics

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, […]

  • Posted on: Dec 12 2019
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Tips For Avoiding Weather-Related Auto Accidents

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 […]

  • Posted on: Jun 25 2019
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