Distracted driving remains a problem on Virginia roads, and even a mild distraction could result in a collision. Distractions may come from several sources, including multimedia displays, smartphones and even conversations with passengers. Sometimes, distractions are...
Traumatic brain injuries can have a multitude of effects on the people who deal with them, sometimes persisting for years. Residents of Virginia should know that research has shown a link between TBIs and sleep disorders. This information emerged thanks to a study of...
In many ways, excessive technology use has made the roads more dangerous in Virginia. Increased video conferences have added another layer to the issue. With more companies relying on video conferences instead of in-person meetings, an increasing number of drivers...
Vehicle accidents in Virginia can have serious consequences, such as traumatic brain injury. TBI occurs when the head hits a hard surface from the accident impact. TBIs include several types, such as concussions and penetrating injury, and they produce various...
When a dangerous or defective product injures you, you'll likely want to seek compensation for your injury. Depending on the circumstances of the incident, you may recover damages from the seller or the manufacturer. Virginia and other states have various product...
If it has never happened to you before, a "dooring" accident might almost sound comical. Someone is riding their bicycle in the bike lane next to a row of parked cars, trucks and SUVs. Suddenly, a driver's side door swings open just a few feet ahead. With virtually no...
Every day, thousands of large trucks and semis travel on Virginia highways and interstates. These vehicles not only are larger than standard vehicles, they weigh considerably more too. In fact, a fully loaded semi can weigh 80,000 pounds, much more than a standard...
There are an estimated 6 million car accidents every year in Virginia and throughout the United States, which averages to 16,438 each day. There are many different causes of car accidents, including drunk driving, speeding, distracted driving and reckless driving....
An unfortunate aspect of driving an automobile is dealing with the risk of being in a car accident. You likely know what to do after being in a collision in Virginia. But what about when this happens while you're traveling? Here's what to do after you're in a car...
A manufacturer has the duty to make a product safe for consumer use in Central and Southwest Virginia. If their product injures someone, they could get sued for damages. However, an injured party should not wait to file a claim, because each state sets time limits on...
