Have you ever seen a car going the wrong direction down the interstate? Maybe you were driving in the right lane when someone suddenly sped past you in the left-hand lane, their headlights flashing by in the night as the two of you passed at a combined speed of 140...
A few drinks can be too much to handle. Especially if you are on the receiving end of a drunk driving incident. What may seem like innocent fun to the driver at fault, can quickly turn into a difficult and life-altering experience for you. While the at-fault driver...
Back in the 1990s, researchers carried out a famous experiment into people’s attention. They showed study participants a video of people passing basketballs, and asked them to count the number of passes players in white shirts made to each other. Most people scored...
Summer can be one of the most enjoyable times to be on the road. It’s why so many people set aside their everyday drive and pull out the classic vehicles or motorcycles they have stored all year and go driving for pleasure rather than necessity. Unfortunately, summer...
Pain and suffering are important elements of many personal injury claims. If you’ve been injured, you might wonder how this concept applies to your case. Pain and suffering include both physical and emotional distress caused by an accident or injury. It’s not just...
Working from home has become common, but what happens if you get hurt while on the clock in your own space? In Virginia, remote employees can qualify for workers' compensation benefits, but only if certain conditions apply. What makes an injury compensable? To receive...
Drunk driving plays a major role in pedestrian accidents across the nation, and Virginia is no exception. When a driver operates a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, their ability to react quickly and make sound decisions is severely impaired. This can lead to...
Witnesses play a crucial role in trucking accident claims. Their statements can provide valuable evidence that may strengthen or weaken a case. Both drivers and truck companies may attempt to dispute the facts of the accident, so witness testimony can become a...
Injuries on private property can lead to questions about whether the owner is responsible. It depends on several factors, including the circumstances and the condition of the property. What is premises liability? Premises liability in Virginia holds property owners...
Landlords have a legal duty to maintain safe living conditions for tenants. When a property becomes unsafe due to negligence, the landlord may be held responsible for injuries that occur. Understanding these responsibilities can help tenants know their rights and...
