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Shop Local Saturday in Virginia
We are backing Small Business Saturday as a way to support the local businesses that add character and personality to our communities -- and we hope you will too! These small businesses give Virginia towns a sense of place, helping…
Holiday Travel Safety Starts Before the Holiday
AAA predicts a million more drivers will be on the road this holiday season, compared to last year. With heavier traffic comes an increased likelihood of being involved in an accident. Safe holiday driving happens before you ever get on…
What happens if you are a passenger in an Uber accident?
While rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are increasing in popularity there is more curiosity about what will happen if you are involved in an accident as a passenger using their services. The table below outlines the differences between these…
An Imperfect Process for a More Perfect Union
The election process in America is a lot like the legal process. It isn’t perfect. It isn’t easy. But when citizens participate thoughtfully, and work to accommodate each other, it ultimately works for the good of the whole. It may…
8 things a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Do for You
Do I need a lawyer? The answer to that question is not always “yes.” The more serious your injuries and the resulting damage costs are, the more likely it is that working with a personal injury lawyer is in your best…
Supporting Cancer Survivors Beyond Awareness Month
Our firm has a long connection with raising awareness about breast cancer, and we are supportive of the many ways in which October has become a month the whole country focuses attention on the disease. But it is important to…
Motorcycling the Blue Ridge Parkway
Fall is a beautiful time in Virginia, and if you are one of the Commonwealth's many motorcycle enthusiasts, you may be tempted to take a leisurely drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway this fall. The parkway is special because it…
Who’s Responsible for Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Damage?
Can I keep using my Galaxy 7? Richmond resident Shawn Minter is one of those who have experienced a fire with his replacement Samsung Galaxy 7 smartphone, waking him in the middle of the night with what sounded to him…