What To Do If You Hit Unattended Property in Virginia?
In Virginia, the law says that if you hit unattended property in your vehicle, you have 24 hours to report the accident to law enforcement. If you don’t do that, you’re guilty of leaving the scene of an accident or hit and run. However, what you also have to do is leave your information at […]
MoreFailure to Obey Stop Sign
Law enforcement officers frequently pull people over for the failure to obey a stop sign. Engaging an experienced attorney to investigate your rights and potential defenses for a charge of failure to obey a stop sign in Virginia could have a significant positive impact on your future. You might have legal defenses that help you […]
More2022 Law Student Scholarship Winner!
We are pleased to announce the 2022 winner of our Law Student Scholarship Contest: Kristi Lichtenberg! Kristi is enrolled at the University of North Texas College of Law, located in Dallas, Texas. She is just beginning her legal education journey. Kristi currently serves as the Executive Director of Cornerstone Crossroads Academy in the Phillis Wheatley […]
MoreHow Long Does a Reckless Driving Ticket Affect Insurance in Virginia?
Getting a reckless driving ticket in Virginia sets in motion a series of events that could severely impact your life. As with any criminal offense, you face possible jail time, hefty fines, and other criminal sanctions. Other consequences may apply as well. For instance, you could lose your driver’s license after a reckless driving ticket […]
MorePartner Ryan Fitzgerald Featured on WTOP
We’re excited to have Ryan Fitzgerald (everyone calls him “Fitz”) join our team to fight for YOU. Fitz has spent his career as a top notch prosecutor in Fairfax and Stafford Counties, known among colleagues as “the DUI guy.” Now, he’s YOUR DUI guy. Fitz came to the defense side of the justice system to […]
MoreDriving Too Fast for Traffic Conditions in Virginia
Rain, snow, and even road construction can drastically change road conditions on Virginia highways and streets. Drivers need to understand that safety depends upon both the posted speed limit and the best speed for the road conditions at the time. If a driver decides to zoom down the Beltway at the posted speed limit during […]
MoreRules & FAQs for High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lanes in Virginia
If you are a Virginia driver or frequently pass through the state, you may have noticed “HOV lanes” lining the sides of the major highways. These lanes—designated for high occupancy vehicles only—always seem to allow traffic to move speedily along, while solo drivers tend to stand still in traffic. Today we’ll discuss the importance of […]
MoreCan You Move Out of State After a DUI?
Picking up a criminal charge for driving under the influence (DUI) can be embarrassing and stressful. Perhaps you are like many people whose only contact with the criminal justice system occurred after a Virginia DUI arrest. If you have to go to court to answer a DUI charge, you are probably wondering what your next […]
MoreWinner of Spring 2022 Andrew Flusche Scholarship
We are proud to announce the winner of the Andrew Flusche Scholarship for the spring semester of 2022: Rakia Holmes. Rakia produced an awesome video about how motorists can share the road with pedestrians and bicyclists. You can check out her award-winning video below! Rakia is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Business at the University […]
MoreHow Many Points Is Reckless Driving in Virginia?
In Virginia, certain traffic violations result in “demerit points” against your driving record. After you accumulate a certain number of points within a one-year or eighteen-month period, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) can impose various penalties, including but not limited to suspending your driver’s license. That’s a severe penalty. After all, without a […]
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