If you follow the headlines, you are probably familiar with a recent motor vehicle accident involving a vehicle that was carrying hazardous materials in Arizona. According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, the truck accident resulted in a lengthy...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Reviewing four important steps to take after a vehicle crash
No one intends to become involved in a traffic accident, but things happen, and it is best to have a plan for dealing with the unexpected. Here are four important steps to take after a vehicle collision. 1. Move to safety First things first. You need to check yourself...
Who is legally responsible for sun glare accidents?
If you have driven the I-81 corridor recently, you have undoubtedly experienced some extreme sun glare. While sunny days usually make you happy, sun glare can make it virtually impossible to see other vehicles. Even worse, it can cause or contribute to a potentially...
How can you make ends meet after your accident?
Are you facing financial woes in the aftermath of a serious car accident? If so, you’re probably looking for any sort of relief that you can find. But figuring out where to turn for help can be complicated and confusing, especially at a time when you’re just trying to...
What does it mean to total your vehicle?
After a car accident, you may feel relieved that your vehicle still runs and does not seem to have a lot of damage. But the determination is up to your insurer if you have collision coverage or the other party's insurer if they were at fault. You may end up with a...
Proving a negligence claim following a car accident
When a person gets behind the wheel in Virginia, they are legally obligated to operate their vehicles responsibly by adhering to all traffic laws. Unfortunately, to err is human and many people fail to follow the rules while driving. As a result, most motor vehicle...
Virginia Highway Patrol highlights need for better traffic laws
Two major trends are increasing the number of cars on the nation’s – and Virginia’s – highways: people are not staying in their homes as much and the approach of summer. According to the Virginia Highway Patrol (VHP), people who have been confined to their homes for a...
Virginia tries to educate about dangers of distracted driving
In an era when new technology should be making the roads in Virginia and across the nation safer, there are instances when it is doing the exact opposite. Specifically, related to distracted driving. Even with added safety features in newer model vehicles like...
Reasons roads in Virginia are especially dangerous
Car accidents are a risk in every part of the country. That said, drivers in Virginia face particular peril. There are many reasons why vehicle operators in this region are at high risk for personal injury. Awareness may help motorists avoid an accident requiring...
Truck accidents have risen since ELD requirement went into effect
Truck safety is a concern in Virginia and across the nation. This is no surprise given the damage that can result from a collision with one of these large, heavy, fast-moving vehicles. Government agencies like the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)...
