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What is “Bodily Injury” vs. “Personal Injury”
When someone is injured due to the negligence of another individual, it is often a confusing and stressful time. It is important to understand that there are different types of injuries and varying laws that govern each of them them. In this article, we’re going to deep dive into the differences between bodily injury and…
Can I Legally Use My Phone at a Red Light in Virginia?
Next time you stop at a red light, look around. Chances are you’ll see every driver grab at their phone to check messages, scroll Instagram and more. The thing is, we all know using a phone while driving is illegal in Virginia, but all too often we’re asked if drivers can legally use their phone…
Statute of Limitations for Virginia Vehicle Accidents
In general, the statute of limitations for Virginia vehicle accidents is two years. The statute of limitations is essentially a time limit. It is imposed by the state and determines the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit against the driver whose negligence caused your car accident. Understanding and complying with the filing…
Contributory Negligence in Virginia: What You Need to Know
The state of Virginia apportions fault in any type of negligence-based accident in percentages. What you need to know about contributory negligence in Virginia is that having even a single percentage of fault or negligence assigned to you means you are barred from recovering any monetary damages at all. This is where your case can…
Statute of Limitations for Virginia Personal Injury Cases
The statute of limitations for Virginia personal injury cases is generally two years. The statutory clock starts running on the date of your accident. The state imposes this filing deadline to ensure the case is handled in a timely fashion, prevent the facts from becoming distorted, and ensure lawsuits are not filed frivolously. In personal…
New Year, New Law: Phones Down, Virginians
Think back to the last time you were behind the wheel. Did you pick up your phone to check your texts or to see who was calling? Well, starting January 1, 2021, picking up or holding your phone in Virginia is enough to get you pulled over and ticketed. Using your phone in any capacity…
How Does The Virginia Driving Points System Work?
We’ve all gotten pulled over at some point or another (no pun intended). Before you know it you have negative 4 points on your driving record and you’re not exactly sure what that means. Well, we’re about to explain how the state and the DMV keep track of your driving record. When you are pulled…
Virginia Car Seat Laws and Motor Vehicle Code Updates to Know for 2022
Virginia strives to keep all children safe while they travel in passenger vehicles. Updates to Virginia car seat laws and motor vehicle codes updates for 2022 continue to focus on protecting children as they travel in cars. Some alterations to 2022’s car seat laws and motor vehicle codes include the types of car seats required…
What to Expect When Going to Trial in Virginia
If all your efforts have failed to get you what you and your injury lawyer believe is a fair settlement, it might be time for you to consider your final option: Going to trial. First, you should understand the risks associated with going to trial. It is possible that the jury may side against you….
The Difficult Insurance Claims Process
After a serious collision, injured people must face the daunting task of maneuvering through the insurance claims process. After an accident where injury has occurred, an insurance claim will likely need to be filed to ensure that the injured person receives compensation for medical expenses, lost work and wages, property damage, and pain and suffering…
