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How Long Do You Have to Report a Car Accident in Virginia?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawBeing involved in a car accident can be a stressful and traumatic experience. Between serious injuries, property damage, and dealing with insurance companies, car accidents cause significant stress to victims and their family members. The process of recovering compensation through an insurance claim further complicates matters. If you have been injured in a Virginia car […]
Is Virginia a No-Fault Insurance State?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawIf you are involved in a car accident in Virginia, it is important to understand how Virginia’s insurance laws work. Virginia is one of several “at fault” insurance dates. In Virginia, a party injured in a car accident does not need to seek compensation from their insurance policy. Instead, the injured party will seek compensation […]
What Should I Do If I Was Hit By a Semi-Truck?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawEvery year, over 130,000 people become injured in accidents involving semi-truck accidents. Additionally, nearly 74% of all fatal motor vehicle accidents involved a large truck. The considerable size and weight of semi-trucks make them dangerous, especially when passenger vehicle occupants are involved. Passenger vehicle occupants account for 68% of all truck fatalities. If you are […]
How to Fight Drug Possession and Distribution Charges in Virginia
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawProsecutors in the Commonwealth of Virginia take drug possession and distribution charges seriously. Even if you are found with a small amount of a controlled substance, you could face jail, costly fines, and a driver’s license suspension. Most Virginia residents know that possession of illegal drugs can result in jail time. Still, they may not […]
Punitive Damages Available in a Virginia Drunk Driving Accident
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawLast month, a bicyclist in Virginia Beach became seriously injured in a drunk driving accident. He was taken to the hospital for life-threatening injuries. Police arrested the driver of the passenger vehicle and charged him with a DUI. Unfortunately, drunk driving accidents just like this one happen every day in Virginia. Despite nonprofit groups and […]
How is Child Support Calculated in Virginia?
/0 Comments/in Blog Post /by Gary StrawWhen we discuss the divorce process with new clients who are parents, they are often concerned with child custody and child support issues. In Virginia, both parents must provide support to their children. When the parents become divorced or separated, a Virginia court can order one parent to pay child support payments. The main goal […]
What are the Penalties for a First DUI Offense in Virginia?
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawDeaths from drunk driving have increased during the coronavirus pandemic. Even during a pandemic, the number of drunk driving deaths in Virginia is higher than in 2019. Drunk drivers are not self-quarantining. Some localities have had up to a 34% increase in drunk driving deaths. Virginia officials have increased the presence of local and state […]
What is the Difference Between DUI and DWI in Virginia?
/0 Comments/in Blog Post /by Gary StrawDriving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving while under the influence (DUI) are serious criminal charges in Virginia. Many people use DWI and DUI interchangeably when discussing drunk driving, but they are different criminal charges with different requirements and penalties. Understanding the differences between them can be confusing. However, if you have been arrested for drunk […]
Child Custody in Virginia FAQs
/0 Comments/in Family Law /by Gary StrawIf you are considering getting divorced, you probably have many questions about the divorce process, including child custody. When we meet with new clients who are parents, child custody matters are typically at the forefront of their minds. Parents are concerned that they may lose their ability to see their children or that their soon-to-be […]
What to Look for When Hiring a Lynchburg Criminal Defense Lawyer
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawIf you are facing criminal charges in Lynchburg, Virginia, hiring a lawyer is not something to be taken lightly. Depending on your specific criminal charges, you could be facing jail time, significant fines, a loss of your professional license, a loss of your driver’s license, or possible placement on a sexual offender list. If you […]