Is Passing on the Right Illegal in Virginia?

Several states across America do not allow drivers to pass on the right. The reason for this is because passing on the right increases your chances of being in an accident as you might be in the blind spot of the vehicle next to you. That is why most drivers use the left lane, or…

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What Does “Safe Following Distance” Mean on the Highway?

When drivers follow the vehicle in front of them too closely, it’s called tailgating. Tailgating is actually a leading cause for rear-end accidents across Richmond. It not only causes the driver in front of you to feel more stressed, but it can also cause you to slam into their vehicle by making one simple error,…

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What Are the Symptoms of Shock After a Car or Truck Accident?

Car and truck accidents can cause severe and life-threatening injuries. However, most of the time, we only think of visible injuries, such as broken and fractured bones, scarring and disfigurement, and more. One of the most serious but often less talked about injuries is shock, which is a serious type of condition that can potentially…

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What Is “Seat Belt Syndrome?”

Seat belts are essential safety devices that can significantly reduce the risk of serious harm or fatalities in motor vehicle accidents. However, they can also cause serious injuries, particularly when the collision forces are significant. Although a well-designed seat belt that is properly worn will prevent the occupants of a car from being flung violently…

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Car Fire Accidents Can Cause Deadly Injuries

Car accidents take on numerous forms – fender benders, head-on collisions, multi-car pile-ups – but many are not aware of the danger of “thermal incidents.” Hyundai and Kia recently recalled approximately 90,000 vehicles in the U.S. and are advising owners to park them outside away from other vehicles and structures due to an issue with…

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Multi-Vehicle Accidents Often Have Devasting Consequences

Earlier this month, a multi-car crash involving three vehicles occurred near the A.P. Hill state in Richmond’s Northside. Fortunately, no significant injuries were attributed to the accident, but unfortunately, this is not often the case with multi-vehicle accidents. A multi-car accident (sometimes called a pile-up) is a collision involving several vehicles. Multi-vehicle accidents are particularly…

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How Injured Passengers Can Seek Damages for Virginia Car Accidents

A passenger injured in an automobile accident will rarely be considered at fault for a collision, even if they caused a distraction, because they were not driving the vehicle when the crash occurred. However, one or both drivers may be held liable, including the operator of a vehicle carrying the passenger. Drivers owe their passengers…

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Understanding Pelvic Injuries Caused by Vehicle Accidents

Car accidents are a leading cause of serious injury. Pelvic trauma in particular can be life-altering, if not life-threatening, depending on the exact nature of the injury. While most people think of the pelvis as synonymous with hips, it is really “a basin-shaped structure that supports the spinal column and protects the abdominal organs.” Contained…

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