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Truck accidents can have devastating consequences in any location, but when they happen on the busy roads around Roanoke, Virginia, like Interstates 81 and 581, the risks and damages can be especially severe. Truck drivers often spend long hours on the road for their...
The terms “wrongful death action” and “survival action” are deceptively similar. In Virginia, a wrongful death action has to do with the way a person died. A survival action, on the other hand, has to do with any litigation or causes of action that were pending when a...
Accidents are a part of life, but they can be devastating for the victim. And, unfortunately, a seemingly straightforward car accident case can be deceptively complex. Consider a pedestrian crossing the street and getting hit by a speeding car. The pedestrian is hurt,...
For several months now, listeria—a serious foodborne bacterial illness—infections were spreading through the United States. According to the CDC, the source was found to be liverwurst products produced at a plant in Jarratt, Virginia, operated by Boar’s Head Provision...
You have probably heard the term “statute of limitations” before—maybe you picked it up watching Suits or reading something by John Grisham. And you probably understand, generally, that it means after a certain amount of time, a person cannot be charged with a crime,...
In today's digital age, social media has become an integral part of our lives, connecting us with friends, family, and a vast online community. However, the widespread use of social media platforms like Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, and Instagram has had a significant...
Most drivers know they should keep their eyes on the road when driving. However, certain situations make it easy for them to forget to maintain 100 percent focus on driving. According to the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), over 3,140 people...
Whether you are a new or seasoned motorist, you need a great deal of awareness to drive safely. Unfortunately, studies have shown that cell phone use while driving is one of the leading causes of distractions and, thus, car accidents in the U.S. If you are a victim of...
Drowsy driving is a significant public safety concern that can have deadly consequences. Every year, countless severe injuries and fatalities are related to fatigue-impaired drivers. Here are some facts about drowsy driving and minimizing your risk of becoming too...
A car crash can leave you hospitalized and unable to work or fend for yourself for a considerable while. Given that the bills don’t stop coming despite your situation, an early settlement offer by the insurer may seem tempting. However, you need to be careful before...