Easter weekend is one of the most-traveled holiday weekends all year, making it one with high accident rates as a result. Good Friday, the start of Passover, and spring break for many, all converge on the same weekend, putting tens of thousands more vehicles on the roads. With many school districts and higher education institutions […]
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How Can I Keep My Children Safe in the Car?
Parents want to keep their children safe from any dangers, most notably, while in the car. Most parents focus on car safety even before children are born, usually researching and acquiring the safest car seat months in advance. When it comes to keeping children safe in the car, there are many hazards to be aware […]
What Types of Injuries Do Rollover Accidents Cause?
There are few car accidents that are more deadly and destructive than rollover collisions. In fact, every year, more than 10,000 people are fatally injured in this type of crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Those who survive the crash often suffer a range of serious injuries. The type and severity […]
How Can I Avoid a St. Patrick’s Day Collision?
Along with the arrival of spring, March ushers in one of the largest holiday celebrations in the United States, St. Patrick’s Day. Honoring Irish Americans and Irish heritage, St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated each year by more than 37 million Americans, according to the National Retail Federation. The holiday’s tradition of alcohol consumption makes it […]
What Happens When a Road Defect Causes a Car Accident?
Car accidents are traumatic experiences, especially when they result in serious injuries or death. Accidents that occur due to the failure to maintain or repair the roadway are often considerably more emotional, as these types of collisions are almost always preventable. Utilizing data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Federal Motor Carrier […]
Do Drowsy Driving Accidents Increase Following Daylight Saving Time?
Spring is quickly approaching and it is almost time to turn the clocks ahead an hour for daylight saving time (DST.) While it is nice to have more daylight in the evening, the annual time change also comes with unexpected risks. Research shows that DST is linked to a six percent increase in car accidents […]
When Two Churches Become One: What Are the Possible Legal Issues?
Many churches across the country are experiencing declining membership and financial hardships, made worse by the coronavirus pandemic in some instances. As a result, an increasing number of churches are turning to merge with other churches to consolidate their missions, finances, and properties for longevity and success. Church mergers are often implemented for missionary purposes, […]
Who Is Liable for a Parking Lot Accident?
Car accidents in parking lots are quite common. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that over 50,000 car accidents per year happen in parking lots, injuring over 60,000 people and leading to more than 500 deaths. Drivers often have a false sense of safety in parking lots due to slow speeds and wider areas to […]
Anchor Legal Group, PLLC Attorneys Selected to 2022 Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia List
Anchor Legal Group, PLLC is pleased to announce that five of its attorneys have been selected to this year’s Top Lawyers of Coastal Virginia list published by Coastal Virginia Magazine. Coastal Virginia’s Top Lawyers peer-to-peer survey conducts polls to choose local attorneys. They publish this list to highlight the chosen attorneys who exemplify excellence in […]
What Types of Mechanical Failures Cause Serious Car Accidents?
Part of owning a car involves making sure that it is properly maintained. While there are some maintenance issues that you can easily address yourself, including making sure that the tires are properly inflated and that broken or malfunctioning headlights or windshield wipers are replaced, other issues will likely need to be addressed by an […]