A new Virginia law that took effect on Jan. 1, 2022, will soon double the minimum liability coverage drivers who are licensed in the state must carry. A small increase has been introduced for this year, and the full impact of the law will be felt in 2025. Liability coverage applies when driver injures or…
When a victim is injured in an accident caused by another’s negligence, it can be the start of a long and exhaustive process to get compensation for the injuries he or she suffered in a Virginia personal injury case. This is especially true in truck accidents since these types of claims tend to be more…
Last month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released a report detailing federal traffic accident death statistics compiled for the first six months of 2021. The report prompted a statement from Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, who declared the rising number of people killed in traffic accidents in the country a public crisis. In his…
Distracted driving is a major threat to road safety and there is no bigger distraction than cell phones. Far too many people are texting behind the wheel of a vehicle and the results can be disastrous. At Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp, we represent victims who have been injured in car accidents caused by distracted drivers….
Most states, including Virginia, require drivers to carry a minimum amount of auto insurance to operate a vehicle legally. After a vehicle collision, insurance claims are a primary means of financial recovery for every party involved. Proof of coverage must also be in your car at all times. Car Insurance Minimums in Virginia Virginia is…