There are numerous dangerous behaviors that most drivers try to avoid. Speeding, disregarding traffic signs and signals, and driving distracted or under the influence are all actions that are known to increase car accident risks. However, many people are unaware of the dangers involved with…
The Portsmouth Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run that left a victim dead. According to investigators from the Strategic Traffic Unit, on October 12th, at approximately 1:30 a.m., police received a report of an injured man on the ground at the intersection of George Washington…
COVID-19 is having an effect on Halloween celebrations in Virginia. While trick or treating is still on, the Virginia Health Department is recommending some changes to how Virginia residents celebrate, including that children do not trick-or-treat in large groups or outside their own neighborhoods. Activities…
Norfolk Police are investigating a car accident that occurred on September 30 at Shore Driver and Pretty Lake Ave. Norfolk Fire Department reported that two battalions responded to the crash. The crash occurred at about 11:40 a.m. in the 8100 block of Shore Drive. When…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way many people are able to “meet” and communicate with each other. The pandemic has forced many people to work from home. There are also the millions of people who are unable to visit with family and friends “in-person”…
A memorial ride was recently held by the friends and family of Damion Savon Robinson who was killed in a motorcycle crash in June. Participants gathered at the site of the fatal accident and then headed to the courthouse where the driver of the vehicle…
Missing an hour or two of sleep may not seem like a lot, but according to a study conducted by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, it can actually double your risk of getting into a Virginia car accident. Even more disturbing is how many…
I recently rewatched the early Humphrey Bogart classic They Drive by Night. I had forgotten that Bogart is not the star of the 1940 film, but what happens to his character resonated greatly with me as a Virginia personal injury lawyer. Playing one of two…
Concussions are one of the most common types of personal injuries, and they can occur as the result of even a minor bump, blow, or jolt to the head. While the symptoms are often subtle, going unnoticed, or taking days and even weeks to appear,…
Serious injuries can happen in even a minor car accident. In the aftermath, there is a rush of dealing with police, other drivers, and medical providers responsible for your treatment. At first, it may be hard to comprehend what actually occurred. In time, you could…
