Due to the high volume of traffic, multiple lanes, and turning points, the intersection at Independence Boulevard and Virginia Beach Boulevard is one of the most dangerous intersections in Virginia Beach. If a motorist involved in a car accident at an intersection was speeding, distracted, or engaging in any other negligent behavior, they will likely […]
Category: Car Accidents
How to Handle a Hydroplaning Accident Claim Against Another Party
Key Takeaways: A hydroplaning accident claim can still hold another driver liable if their speed, following distance, or vehicle condition contributed to the loss of control. Weather alone does not excuse a driver from the duty to operate safely in wet conditions, and insurance companies sometimes rely on this assumption to minimize a valid claim. […]
Who Is at Fault in a Roundabout Car Accident? Understanding Right-of-Way Laws
According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), roundabouts reduce fatal car accidents by approximately 90 percent compared to traditional intersections. As a result, they are becoming more common throughout Virginia. However, while roundabouts minimize delays and keep traffic moving, some motorists find them confusing. One of the most common questions that arise has to do with […]
How Cell Phone Metadata Can Affect Accident Litigation
In the moments immediately following a car accident, you will likely reach for your phone to report the accident and call your insurance company. However, your smartphone can also provide an extremely valuable digital trail of information known as “metadata.” In today’s digital age, this data has become one of the most powerful tools for […]
Understanding Liability in Parking Lot Accidents
Unlike car accidents that occur on busy highways and major intersections, parking lot accidents are generally minor fender benders that do not cause serious injuries or extensive property damage. However, this is not always the case. Several factors can cause a parking lot accident to result in serious injuries and costly property damage, including when […]
Chronic Pain Following a Collision: What Victims Should Know
Depending on the nature and severity of a car accident, the collision can cause injuries ranging from minor cuts and scrapes to broken bones, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and organ damage. While many of these injuries heal with the proper medical care, others can cause chronic pain that lingers for weeks, months, or even years […]
What to Do if You Are in a Car Accident on a Bridge
Car accidents are stressful situations, regardless of the circumstances. However, when a car accident occurs on a bridge, it poses several unique hazards, from limited shoulder space and high traffic density to a lack of escape routes and an increased risk of being forced over the edge, which can cause your vehicle to plummet into […]
Does Virginia Have PIP Coverage for a Car Accident?
Unlike other states with no-fault insurance systems, Virginia is a traditional at-fault state in which the person responsible for causing a car accident is required to carry PIP insurance. Although traditional PIP coverage is generally not offered in Virginia, motorists can purchase Medical Expense Benefits Coverage and Loss of Income Benefits Coverage, which provide many […]
Common Seat Belt Injuries After Car Accidents
Learn about the most common seat belt injuries—and how to document them—in our latest blog by the Virginia Beach car accident lawyers at Anchor Legal.
How Virginia’s Dram Shop Laws Affect Accident Claims
Learn how Virginia’s Dram Shop Laws affect accident claims in our latest blog by the Virginia Beach car accident lawyers at Anchor Legal.
