The costs you incur after a car accident add up quickly. Even if you have a comprehensive auto insurance policy, it is important to understand that insurance companies are businesses, and their primary goal is to minimize payouts. There are a few things you should...
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Resources for parents to protect their new teen drivers
For parents of teenagers learning to drive, road safety is a serious concern. Virginia's Drive Smart organization offers resources for new drivers and their parents to address these challenges. Tips and tools are available to help teenage drivers develop the skills,...
Speeding is a growing danger in Virginia
Speeding continues to be a significant issue on roadways in Virginia that leads to serious accidents and lives lost. Unfortunately, speed limit laws are some of the most commonly broken. Learning more about the statistics and how to avoid speeding issues can make the...
Tips for properly documenting a car accident in Virginia
If you are involved in a car accident, the first reaction is probably shock, and it may take a bit of time for the events to sink in. Nobody expects to get into a car accident, so it can really shake a person and make them feel helpless. It is important to know that...
A legal perspective on winter driving hazards
Driving during the winter comes with its own unique hazards. Whether it is ice, snow or darkness, winter conditions can cause car accidents, and it is important to know and understand these risks so you take them into account when you get behind the wheel. Snow and...
The life-saving importance of children’s car seats
In Virginia, state law mandates that all children younger than eight be adequately secured in a child safety/booster seat. Studies reveal that rear-facing seats are significantly safer. With disproportionately heavy heads and underdeveloped neck muscles, infants can...
Common mistakes people make after a car accident
Car accidents are undoubtedly a traumatic experience for anyone. People are often shaken and highly emotional in the moment; after all, it takes time for their minds to catch up with what their bodies just went through. In these circumstances, it is perfectly normal...
Fatal bike accidents are up in Virginia. Here’s how to protect yourself
Bicycle riders in Manassas know they must be careful when riding near motorized traffic. Nevertheless, riding in Virginia has gotten very dangerous in 2023. According to the state Department of Motor Vehicles, by the end of May, nine bikers were killed and 156 injured...
The change to Virginia’s underinsured motorist insurance coverage law you need to know
Have you gotten a letter from your auto insurance provider recently? If so, you might be confused about what it says and what you should do about it to keep yourself covered in case of a serious car accident with an underinsured motorist. You might have heard that the...
Tips for staying safe on the road this summer
Summertime is when most people take the opportunity to travel or go on a vacation, and while this is a great way to spend the warm weather it is also a common time for motor vehicle accidents. That is why it is important to take precautions when you are driving this...