Distracted driving is a very common issue in the United States, and there are nearly countless types of distraction. These include daydreaming, texting, doing personal grooming or eating and drinking in the car. Many drivers experience one or more distractions on a...
Some drivers view reckless driving as little more than an elevated speeding charge. In Virginia, that view can lead to serious consequences. Reckless driving is a criminal charge, not a simple traffic offense. The consequences can affect your license, your record,...
Most people assume their loved ones will “just know” what to do if something happens to them. Others believe the law will step in and sort things out fairly, without much trouble. In reality, the rules that apply when someone dies without a will are rigid and...
One of the major mistakes people make with their will is failing to update it. People should consider updating their estate plan every three to five years. This is typically the amount of time it takes for people to build up the value of their estate. Estate planning...
Even for a quick trip to the grocery store, you probably listen to music in the car. Many people do. The exact way that they listen has changed over time, from radio to CDs to streaming music on a phone, but music has long been a part of the driving process....
When workers get hurt on the job or fall ill due to their employment, they can request medical benefits and even disability pay. Most workers’ compensation claims are filed directly by employees and their lawyers. However, some on-the-job incidents lead to a tragic...
A final will and testament is an important estate planning document that every adult should have. By creating one, you help ensure that your property and assets can be passed down to your loved ones the exact way that you want them to receive it. In this blog, we will...
Most violations of traffic statutes lead to citations or tickets. Drivers can pay the fine and may not face many other consequences, provided that they don't receive too many tickets in a short amount of time. Other traffic violations are significant enough to...
A conservatorship begins with good intentions. It’s designed to protect your well-being and handle your affairs when you can’t. However, sometimes the person meant to help may start acting in ways that seem unfair or self-interested. The truth is, a conservator’s...
Side-swipe accidents occur when two vehicles traveling parallel to each other make contact along their sides. These crashes often happen when one driver fails to maintain their lane or misjudges the space needed to maneuver safely. Side-swipe crashes can be more...
