After getting into a crash, it is common to experience head injury and brain trauma. Unfortunately, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) often have lasting and complex impacts on victims. TBIs can alter your personality and temperament in many unexpected ways. It may...
Year: 2020
What are signs that someone is driving drunk?
You have probably heard about the devastating injuries people suffer after a collision with a drunk driver. Given how dangerous inebriated motorists are, you want to be on the lookout for drunk drivers before one of them hits you. While it may not always be possible,...
What happens to an estate when the deceased has no will?
From providing for the care of minor children to ensuring that financial and physical property passes easily to chosen beneficiaries, even a simple will can be a powerful legal safeguard. Unfortunately, almost half of Americans over age 55 have not created a will....
How can I avoid a collision with a big truck?
It is natural to feel intimidated when you approach a large truck on the road. Due to their greater size and weight, semi trucks can inflict serious damage and injury after colliding with another vehicle. While truck drivers bear responsibility for safe driving, you...
Reducing your risks of power of attorney abuse
The reassurance of having someone you trust to help make important decisions on your behalf following your incapacitation can relieve a lot of pressure as you age. However, there is no guarantee that whomever you select as your power of attorney will perform with...
Pedestrian deaths a problem in Virginia
Pedestrians naturally have a greater risk of serious outcomes in accidents given their inherent lack of protection compared with the protection people in cars and other vehicles have. Factors such as limited street lighting may further increase pedestrian risks. Even...
Why are older drivers more at risk for car accident injuries?
The number of drivers over the age of 65 has increased considerably in the past two decades, giving seniors the opportunity to maintain a positive quality of life. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 7,000 seniors died in motor...
Are you storing your will in the best place?
Finishing your will puts you far ahead of most. After all, more than half of Americans have not drafted even a simple estate plan. To store your new will appropriately, you need a place that is both accessible and secure. Individuals often choose to store estate...
Traffic accidents and changes to one’s personality
Motor vehicle crashes have the potential to cause a wide range of mental and emotional hardships. Some victims struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression or anxiety. Moreover, some experience changes with regard to their personality. These changes often...
Is undue influence being exerted over your loved one?
Virginia law often dictates how you handle estate planning and management. The system streamlines how you handle a loved one's estate and assets after their death. Most of the time, it works as intended. But sometimes, a third party's interference can render a loved...
