In Virginia, courts do have great latitude and discretion to offer continuances to either party, but they typically will want a good reason in order to grant a continuance. However, due to COVID-19, many courts continued cases due to post-COVID scheduling complications, that is, cases being continued during COVID-19 and multiple cases being rescheduled on…
When people conjure up the image of a vehicle accident that could potentially lead to serious or fatal injuries, golf carts are unlikely to spring to mind. Unfortunately, these small, motorized, four-wheeled vehicles can be quite dangerous. If you or a member of your family were recently injured in a golf cart accident, the Virginia…
The sudden loss of a family member is more than simply tragic and overwhelming, it can also put a family in financial jeopardy: from hospital bills covering care administered prior to the death to funeral and burial expenses and lost income, the unexpected costs relating to a Virginia wrongful death often put families in dire…
Understanding that, in Virginia, you are not obligated to proceed to trial for your personal injury case is crucial. If you are seeking to evade the pressure and stress of a trial, alternative pathways to reach a settlement exist with the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney. The two options at hand are: Mediation: During…
On Sunday, September 10th, a Virginia State Police trooper was injured when a driver failed to move over and crashed into the scene of a previous accident on Interstate 95 in the area of Temple Avenue at about 12:30 p.m. The incident occurred on the lefthand shoulder of the northbound lanes. What happens if a…