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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 […]
Who Can be Held Responsible for Lynchburg Personal Injuries?
/0 Comments/in Blog Post, personal injury /by Gary StrawIf you have been injured in a Lynchburg personal injury accident, you are probably overwhelmed. Those who suffer serious personal injuries often have to take significant time off of work. You may be wondering how you will pay all of your medical bills and your household bills while you are unable to work due to […]
Five Dangerous Virginia Motorcycle Accidents
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawMultiple dangerous motorcycle accidents have happened in Lynchburg, Virginia over the past month. Despite continued lockdown restrictions due to COVID-19, drivers continue to be involved in dangerous motorcycle collisions. Even the safest motorcyclists can become injured in a motorcycle accident. Many Lynchburg passenger vehicle drivers do not pay enough attention to their surroundings. Intoxicated drivers, […]
Five Benefits of Hiring an Attorney to Review Your Business Transactions
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawWhether you own a small business or a large corporation, you will need a Lynchburg business lawyer at some point. Business lawyers can provide legal advice to help you with your business contracts, the selling or buying of a business, or lease agreement. All of these business transactions require review, negotiation, and preparation. In many […]
Law Enforcement Arrests a Lynchburg Man for Multiple Drug Crimes
/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Gary StrawPeople continue to be charged with drug crimes in Lynchburg even during the ongoing civil unrest and coronavirus pandemic. Lynchburg law enforcement arrested a man for failing to appear in court. During the arrest, they discovered illegal drugs and a gun. The discoveries made by the Lynchburg Police Department led prosecutors to charge the man […]