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A Guide to Moped Laws in Virginia

Understanding Virginia moped laws is vital to your safety and can help you avoid violations that lead to fines. Moped drivers in Virginia should: Verify that their vehicle fits the legal definition of a moped Register your moped Wear protective gear Follow all riding…

Understanding Virginia’s Wrongful Death Statute

No amount of money can make up for the loss of a loved one, but financial compensation can provide a measure of accountability for surviving family members. If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s carelessness in Virginia, you may be…

How Car Accidents Cause Heart Attacks and Irregular Heartbeat

It is common knowledge that serious motor vehicle accidents can cause broken bones, ligament tears, sprains, and strains. Many people don’t realize, however, that a serious car accident can cause injuries to your cardiovascular system. A car, truck or motorcycle accident is a very…

Understanding Contributory Negligence in Virginia

KEY TAKEAWAYS Contributory negligence in Virginia presents a significant hurdle for personal injury victims, barring compensation even when they are minimally responsible for their injuries. Defendants and insurers in Virginia often utilize contributory negligence to evade liability, leveraging the strict legal doctrine to their…

Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?

A personal injury lawsuit may allow you to collect damages, including compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain, and suffering. But are personal injury settlements taxable? It depends on the type of compensation you receive and previous exemptions you claimed on your tax returns….

Pedestrian Deaths Hit an All-Time High in Virginia in 2022

Crossing the road has never been more deadly in Virginia. That’s the conclusion to be drawn from new figures that show pedestrian deaths hit an all-time high in Virginia in 2022. Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) recently released its 2022 Traffic Crash Facts…

National Transportation Safety Board Investigates Norfolk Southern Derailments

Ever since the disastrous derailment of a Norfolk Southern freight train in Ohio in February, the railroad operator’s safety record has made headlines. In May, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced it would investigate the derailment of a Norfolk Southern freight train in…

Cycling Deaths Increase in Virginia Despite New Laws

Bicyclists are among the most vulnerable road users in Virginia. Although the state’s laws have been strengthened to protect cyclists in the last 12 months, serious crashes still occur with alarming regularity. In late December, a cyclist suffered severe injuries in a collision with a truck…

What Makes Working on the Railroad So Dangerous?

For years the railroads have operated in the 20th century using 19th century tactics and equipment. A lot of the equipment on the railroad is outdated, and a lot of times it is broken, or poorly maintained. Additionally, there is nothing light about working…

Morgan Aufenger – Understanding the Rules of a Civil Deposition in a VA Personal Injury Case

Depositions play a crucial role in the outcome of personal injury cases, but the rules are sometimes unclear. Lawyers need to help the client understand what to expect going into the deposition. Clients need to understand two main areas of depositions beforehand to make…