Technological advancements in automobiles are supposed to make the roads safer. In Virginia and throughout the nation, the statistics are suggesting that despite new vehicles with advanced safety technology installed, the fatality rates are on the rise. Pedestrians...
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Reducing your risk of a motorcycle accident
Motorcycles are not only a mode of transportation for Virginia residents, but they are also a fun and enjoyable hobby for many people. However, you stand a high risk of sustaining serious injuries if you are in an accident while on your motorcycle. Recent data on...
How do I know if I’m still being abused, post-divorce?
One little talked about aspect of abusive relationships is that the abusers can still ruin the victim’s life, well after the divorce. It is a myth that once the divorce is finalized, the dark days are over. This is why it is so important to go into the divorce process...
Fiery truck collision in Southampton County leaves two dead
Collisions between two or more trucks can be especially destructive. A heavily laden truck traveling at or near the speed limit develops a great deal of kinetic energy that must be discharged or absorbed when the collision occurs. This principle was recently...
What’s the difference between nursing home abuse and negligence?
As the American population ages, nursing homes are becoming an increasingly important part of our lives. According to one report, about 1.6 million Americans live in nursing homes. Another 1 million live in assisted living communities and other residential care...
Research study shows increase in Virginia auto crash fatalities
In Virginia, auto accidents are a common way for people to suffer catastrophic injuries and loss of life. Often, those involved are simply heading to work or are on a leisure activity when another driver crashes into them. In recent years, the roads have gotten more...
Man charged in deadly hit-and-run accident
Hit-and-run accidents present uniquely difficult problems to police and to people seeking to recover damages from the negligent driver. Identifying the driver who fled from the scene is the first difficulty. Obtaining insurance information is often the next...
What’s the difference between nursing home abuse and neglect?
A lot of people are nervous to help their elderly loved one enter a nursing home. After all, most of us have heard horror stories about the treatment received in these facilities. But all too often, these nursing homes put on a good face and provide reasonable care,...
Why would I consider divorce mediation?
It is easy to let emotions run high during a divorce or other family law matter. Often, the Danville-area couple going through a divorce will have a lot of anger toward each other that may have contributed to their breakup. Also, divorces often involve high-stakes...
There are time limits on your decisions after a car accident
No one wants to be involved in a car accident. At best, it’s a frustrating inconvenience. At worst, you’ll be injured and in pain, sometimes severely. All it takes is for one other person to make a mistake and you’ll find yourself struggling from day to day and...