Close up Security CCTV camera operating over the road.

In most cases, claimants and other parties can leverage traffic camera footage to establish liability and seek maximum compensation after a car accident in Washington DC. Camera footage of a traffic accident can identify at-fault parties, corroborate eyewitness accounts, or provide other details about an accident. If you suffered injuries in a car crash in […]

Injured driver calling for help from car accident.

Understanding what to do after a car accident in Washington DC can significantly improve your chances of recovering the compensation you need for your medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and other losses. By taking the right steps, you’ll put yourself in a favorable position. If you were injured in a Washington DC accident, a […]

Traffic jam from car accident in the highway.

Washington DC has some of the busiest traffic in the country. As the center of our federal government, DC draws commuters, tourists, delivery drivers, and public vehicles. Car accidents are common throughout the metro area.  Sadly, the number of people injured or killed on the roads has increased in recent years. Local data shows a […]

Young woman wearing flip flops while driving.

No. Virginia does not have a law that says it’s illegal to drive in flip-flops. You can legally drive while wearing flip-flops, sandals, heels, or even no shoes at all. However, just because something is technically legal doesn’t mean it’s a good idea.  Driving while wearing flip-flops can increase your risk of causing an accident […]

Injured man on the job helped by his teammate.

A Virginia workers’ compensation functional capacity evaluation (FCE) includes a physical examination, a series of tests, or diagnostic scans. The purpose is to assess an injured worker’s physical condition, disabilities, and limitations. A treating physician, employer, insurer, or claimant may ask for the evaluation to obtain medical evidence of a worker’s physical restrictions after a […]

Driver activating self-driving mode.

Self-driving cars use advanced systems to control speed, steering, and braking. Manufacturers claim these vehicles lower crash risks. But the data tells a mixed story. Self-driving car accident statistics show numerous crashes involving automated cars, many leading to serious or fatal injuries. Technology for autonomous vehicles will continue to develop and spread. By looking at […]

Car collision in intersection with police investigating.

Car accident settlements depend on the unique circumstances of each crash. So, car accident settlement figures in other cases or “average settlement” numbers do not always accurately reflect the potential value of someone’s personal injury claim. Instead, consider factors such as the severity of the injury, the length of recovery, and overall costs. If you […]

Close-up of damaged car part after accident showing broken metal and scratches

By design, crumple zones in a car should absorb shock and protect passengers in a collision by crumpling or bending. The crumple zone helps to distribute the energy from the crash, reduce the accident’s impact on the vehicle’s occupants, and minimize the harm they suffer. Car crumple zones save lives. Whether a crash involves a […]

Welcome to Virginia road sign

Virginia, like many states, has several laws that may seem weird or downright funny to some people. Despite their content, many of these statutes still exist because there hasn’t been a strong push to remove them. In many cases, the laws reflect a bygone era’s social attitudes, while others seem too absurd to be true. […]

Ambulance passing while car is moving over.

Virginia enacted its Move Over Law in 2002. It requires drivers to move to a non-adjacent lane or slow down when passing stationary vehicles with flashing lights, such as police or ambulances. Failing to move over and reduce speed is a crime that carries potential fines, prison, and the loss of your driver’s license. Virginia […]

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