The short answer is yes. While having a police report is incredibly helpful for your car accident claim, you can still pursue compensation for a minor car accident even if you didn’t call the police at the time. However, there are many reasons why obtaining a police report can help your car accident attorney build […]

Unfortunately, car accidents are the second leading cause of injury and death for children in the U.S. The good news is, there are ways you can significantly reduce your child’s risk of injury. The first step is using a car seat that’s correctly installed.  Virginia has specific car seat laws that all parents and caregivers […]

Falls, even seemingly minor ones, can cause a surprising, and sometimes devastating range of injuries. While some injuries are obvious (i.e., minor back injuries), others might appear a bit more subtle or delayed.  Recognizing these concerning signs after a slip and fall accident is absolutely crucial for preventing worse outcomes and getting the medical care […]

From commercial airlines to private planes to helicopter crashes, aviation accidents can be absolutely devastating. Regardless of the circumstances, the aftermath of a plane crash can leave victims and their families facing complex legal issues. That’s in addition to the physical and emotional trauma.  If you or a loved one have been involved in an […]

Trucking is an integral part of our logistics and supply chain, but with it also comes unique risks – Which is especially true when it involves bobtailing. Understanding what bobtailing is and how it can contribute to serious road accidents is crucial for all road users, including everyday drivers.  If you’ve been injured by a […]

Each time you visit a hospital, you put your trust in its facilities, practices, and medical staff, including nurses and doctors. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always lead to a positive outcome. Medical malpractice occurs when these entities fail to act under the prevailing professional standards or fail to foresee consequences that a professional person, having the […]

Bus accidents can result in devastating injuries, costly medical bills, and extreme stress. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to determine who’s at fault or who you should seek damages from.  Depending on the circumstances, and extent of your injuries, you may need the legal support of an experienced bus accident attorney to help you hold […]

Staying on top of the latest driving laws in VA isn’t always easy. However, if you don’t, it could result in costly tickets, license suspension, or even impoundment of your vehicle. In this post, we dive into some of the new laws taking effect in 2024 as well discuss a few important driving laws in […]

“You can’t get nowhere with a thousand-dollar saddle on a ten-dollar horse.” That line comes from a story that Gerry Spence is known to share: Uncle Slim points to a dude in the corral trying to saddle a beaten-up horse with a fancy saddle, made of black leather lined with silver. Slim turns to Spence and […]

The Courtroom Deputies placed their bets. And they got it right. I found out after a recent trial that the Courtroom Deputies accurately predicted the verdict. Impressive, but not surprising. The Deputies are in court every day. They watch case after case, lawyer after lawyer, and they know what the Judge will do better than […]