Winter weather can alter local car accident policy
Virginia man tries and fails to flee car accident scene
Countless car accidents in Northern Virginia entail the following scenario: a driver is traveling down the road, minding his or her own business, when a sudden crash shakes their vehicle's rear end. While many such fender-benders aren't fatal, they can still prove costly in many ways. An auto accident can lead to expensive repairs, the need for a pricey rental car and possibly a spike in one's insurance costs.
Massive Virginia snowstorm leaves many motorists spinning wheels
For any commuter, one of the worst pieces of news to hear is that a major snowstorm is on its way. For those who live or work in Northern Virginia, that news item was all most people were talking about in the days leading up to Valentine's Day. The most substantial storm of this winter struck the area heavily on Feb. 13, and left many drivers coping with the aftermath of two major hassles: severe weather and car accidents.
Vigil protests hit-and-run driver's lenient sentence
In any hit-and-run case where the victim succumbs to his or her injuries and passes away, the surviving family members can be thrust into the criminal and civil justice systems. The impact of fatal car accidents can be far-reaching and severe for those who are unfamiliar with the legal issues involved, especially as they deal with already-strained emotions. In a recent case out of New York, the friends of a hit-and-run victim have planned an active protest against the man that took the life of their loved one.
Virginia state police pursue hit-and-run driver
Just two nights before Christmas, a deadly crash occurred on U.S. 17 in Virginia, leaving one man dead and another fleeing on foot from the scene. Virginia State Police are now actively searching for the man they say was responsible for the fatal car accident.
Multiple charges for Virginia hit-and-run driver
Fleeing the scene of an auto accident is a serious offense in Virginia. For the 40-year-old man who allegedly struck a bicyclist on September 14 in Virginia Beach, further police investigation will reveal the causes of the car crash, which will in turn determine punishment.
Manassas man charged in car accident involving cell phone
Driving a vehicle while talking on a cellphone has proven to be a dangerous combination. Thousands of car accidents have occurred when drivers were distracted with their phone. This combination of tasks may have been the cause of a Manassas Park, Virginia, car accident as well.
