A North Carolina car accident can leave its victims with serious injuries. Even seemingly trivial injuries could require surgery and long-term rehabilitation. The at-fault driver is typically liable for all damages incurred by the victim as a result of the accident. These damages include tangible items, such as hospital bills and lost earnings. They can…
In January, two teens were killed and one injured in a deadly crash on Lee Chapel Road in Fairfax County. Police say as the car was going over a hill, the driver lost control, causing the car to leave the road and flip over onto the roof. Emergency responders were able to extricate the injured…
Mopeds are an economical means of transportation used by many in Virginia. However, since they are more than bicycles, unique state laws apply to mopeds and their use. Moped Definition In Virginia, a moped is any vehicle with not more than three (3) wheels touching the ground that has a seat height of at least…
Many people who hear the phrase “driverless cars” imagine roads filled with vehicles that are totally autonomous, with no driver assistance needed. While it may be decades before technology ever brings us to that point, there is still an immediate need to determine the laws of liability in vehicle crashes when it comes to the…
If you have a teenager who is preparing to learn how to drive, it is essential that you teach your teen the importance of practicing safe driving habits. According to statistics from the American Automobile Association, approximately 7 percent of all drivers in this country are teenagers, yet almost 15 percent of all fatal crashes…