Under Virginia law, pedestrians must use crosswalks when they are available, and motorists must yield to pedestrians in any marked or unmarked crosswalk. Due to this law, many people think that pedestrians always have the right-of-way, and when a driver hits someone on foot, the motorist is always to blame….
If you are involved in a car accident of any kind in Virginia, you should call the police immediately. Don’t let the other driver convince you that “we don’t need to get the police involved.” When you call 911, a law enforcement officer should respond to your crash within a…
Did you know that each state and territory in the U.S. has its own personal injury laws? Although the laws in each state share many similarities, every jurisdiction will have differences that make its personal injury law unique from other states. Washington, D.C., and Maryland laws have several notable differences in the field of personal…
Under Washington, D.C., law, pedestrians and drivers have rights and responsibilities to promote safety and prevent accidents. Understanding the right of way, knowing when to yield, and recognizing dangerous behaviors go a long way toward keeping everyone safe. Here’s a closer look at what the law says about pedestrian rights in Washington, D.C.,…
It’s common to experience sleep problems after a car accident. The trauma of the event can cause stress and anxiety, which might make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep. Injuries from the accident can also lead to discomfort at night, interrupting your sleep pattern. This lack of rest…
If your ability to work has been affected by an accident someone else caused, you could be entitled to compensation for your missing wages. To collect it, you must show that the other person is to blame for your injuries, that your injuries prevented you from working, and that you’ve…
When someone else’s negligence causes you an injury, Virginia law permits you to sue them for pain and suffering. However, victims filing a personal injury lawsuit should understand what “pain and suffering” covers, how Virginia courts calculate the value of pain and suffering damages, and the most effective means of…
When police respond to a car accident in Washington, D.C., an officer will draft a police accident report (PD-10). Parties involved in the accident can contact the Public Documents Section of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to request a copy of their PD-10. Individuals can submit requests via e-mail, the…
After a car crash in Washington, D.C., injured motorists understandably feel worried when they learn the at-fault driver has no auto insurance. Fortunately, D.C. law requires all car insurance policies issued in the District to include uninsured motorist coverage. This type of insurance allows drivers to seek compensation for their…
Expect to see a rise in traffic on Virginia roads during the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8. That’s the advice from the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), national officials, and scientists — all of whom reported a rise in motor vehicle accidents during the nation’s last total solar eclipse…
