If you are involved in a car accident in Maryland, it is important to know when and how to report the incident to the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). In this blog post, we will discuss when you are required to report a car accident to the MVA and what steps you need...
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Am I at Fault in an Accident if Someone Brake-Checks Me?
Being in an accident can be traumatic enough, but when you are involved in a rear-end collision where you strike the other driver it can be terrifying. In some cases, it happens due to the driver in the rear not realizing that traffic has slowed or come to a stop, however, sometimes...
Read MoreInexperienced Teen Drivers Pose New Risks After COVID-19 Lockdowns
The recent pandemic has made waves in almost every aspect of our daily lives, from closed schools & shuttered businesses, to remote working and reduced social gathering overall. Once restrictions ease recovery can be swift in many cases, however, we will also face many new risks to our safety as a result...
Read MoreDrowsy Driving is as Dangerous as Drunk Driving
While many people may not realize it, driving while tired or “drowsy driving” can be very similar to drunk driving. Drowsy driving is responsible for many deaths every year, nearly 700 in 2019, but it is also one of the more preventable tragedies that can occur while...
Read More5 Things You Should Not Say to an Insurance Adjuster
At one time or another, most adults will end up in a car accident, it just seems to be one of those unfortunate facts of life. Many of these accidents will be serious enough to cause injury and damages to the victims, which means that they can file a compensation claim. This...
Read MoreWhat is Safer in Virginia – Walking or Driving?
Whether for business, pleasure, or daily life, walking and driving in Virginia are beautiful yet occasionally dangerous activities. While overall motorists are cautious and considerate, and pedestrians are aware and alert, accidents do happen and they can be devastating. If an accident were to happen, Virginia does have legal measures in...
Read More10 Most Dangerous Intersections in DC
Washington DC is home to a plethora of transportation options, yet most people prefer to travel by automobile. With so many commuters on the road at any given time, accidents are bound to happen. Factor in some notable dangerous intersections littered throughout Washington DC, and you’re looking at prime conditions for collisions.
Read MoreWhat to Do After A Hit-And-Run Accident in Maryland
Maryland drivers are required by law to stop at the scene of an accident. They must exchange information and remain at the scene until police arrive. Drivers who flee the scene of an accident may be charged with Failure to Stop and Remain at the Scene of...
Read MoreShould I Accept an Insurance Company’s First Offer?
There are several reasons you will want to think twice before grabbing the initial offer from the insurance company if you got hurt in an accident that was someone else’s fault. You might have bills piling up and no paychecks coming in, so it can be quite tempting to go for a...
Read MoreCan Northern Virginia Parents Be Held Liable For Automobile Accidents Caused By Their Children?
Virginia law generally does not hold parents responsible if their children cause an automobile accident. However, there are some important exceptions to this that all parents need to know. If you or a loved one were victimized by a car accident caused by a minor, you may have the right to...
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