Springfield Virginia Motor Vehicle Accidents Blog
Tracking down a hit-and-run driver
Every driver should know that after a serious crash resulting in injuries, all parties involved should stop, exchange information and call for help, if necessary. However, this doesn't always happen. After some accidents, drivers flee the scene, hoping that they won't...
Texting and driving: Is it really that dangerous?
Despite the fact that Virginia drivers no longer can have a cell phone in their hands while driving, you still may feel that temptation. You even may want to answer a text while behind the wheel. You understand that distracted driving is dangerous, but you’ve done it...
What are the different types of bone fractures?
The most common cause of bone fractures is trauma. Bone fractures are fairly common but can range in severity. Bones do not always break in the same way. Fractures may follow different patterns based on factors such as the force and direction of the impact. Here are...
How can road rage influence truck accidents?
Dealing with a crash instigated by a truck can be devastating, especially when the driver feels emboldened by road rage. This form of aggression can cause drivers to act recklessly, which puts you and other people in danger. There are some telltale signs of this anger...
Should you file for disability or workers’ compensation?
You hurt yourself recently, and because your employer may not know whether your injury qualifies for workers' compensation, you want to explore other options for recovering and protecting your income. Have you considered filing a disability insurance claim? Chron...
How can I pass commercial vehicles safely?
Particularly for newer drivers, navigating the space around large commercial vehicles is often intimidating. Commercial vehicles handle quite differently than smaller passenger vehicles due to their increased size and mass; recognizing these handling differences is...
3 types of unusual injuries that can occur in car accidents
Most motorists know car accidents often lead to injuries. Some injuries do not appear until days later. Not all accident victims make complete or full recoveries. To better understand the dangers of car accidents and how they impact lives, review the following types...
Fog and the risk of a traffic accident
On the road, you need to pay attention to many different risk factors that increase the odds of a collision. Aside from speeding, alcohol use and distractions such as electronic devices, you also need to understand the dangers that come with driving during periods of...
Preventing accidents while driving near or through a tunnel
The majority of sudden-stop accidents occur when drivers slam the brakes to avoid someone or something in the road. Congestion and stop-and-go traffic, however, also tends to increase when drivers approach one of Virginia's major tunnels. Motorists may hit their...
Wrongful death in Virginia
Every year, people die from motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, criminal activity and other disasters. No amount of money can take the place of or erase the motion caused by a loved one’s death. However, receiving money from a wrongful...