Given that insurance companies spend so much money trying to establish themselves as helpful, most people trust that insurance coverage will provide for all of their needs following a major motor vehicle collision. Unfortunately, some people eventually learn that...
Personal Injury
What do changing insurance laws mean for Virginia drivers?
Car crashes can be incredibly expensive. They can total your vehicle and put you in the hospital. Not only could you have major medical bills to pay, but you may also go weeks without working because of your injury, resulting in significant lost wages. You can count...
How Virginia underinsured motorist coverage will change next year
Virginia drivers have to carry liability coverage. They also have to carry uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. Recently, state lawmakers passed a bill that will change the way that certain coverage works. They also increased the amount of coverage required...
Preventing driver errors during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Every May, the nation recognizes Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a campaign focused on reducing severe injuries and deaths among motorcycle enthusiasts and their passengers. However, the fatalities and injuries continue, partially due to the mistakes and behavior...
Distracted driving still causes personal injuries in the U.S.
While the majority of drivers are aware that driving while distracted is a bad idea, the reality is that many of them still do so. They may want to place a phone call, listen to a different radio station or get a bite to eat while they’re on the road. Doing so,...
What do you do after an accident?
Poor road conditions, cell phones and reckless driving are only a few of the reasons people sustain catastrophic injuries in car accidents. When an accident leaves a victim with thousands of dollars or more in costs, it is vital to receive the compensation you need to...
How can motorcyclists avoid accidents?
A motorcycle accident can have serious consequences. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 80% of motorcycle crashes result in an injury or death to the motorcyclist. These accidents are not as rare as one would think, and...
Are you out of luck if someone causes a crash without insurance?
Insurance protects everyone on the road from the risk of a crash. Virginia has a liability-based insurance system. That means that when someone else hits your vehicle or causes a crash, their insurance policy is the one that pays for the property damage and injuries...
