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 […]
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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 […]
How Long Does it Take to Resolve a Civil Rights Case?
If your civil rights have been violated and you intend to pursue legal action against another person, it is important to understand that resolving the issue does not happen overnight. In fact, civil lawsuits can take years to resolve because there are a number of steps involved in a civil lawsuit. In addition, there are […]
What Are the Differences Between Active and Passive Safety Features?
Driving is an inherently dangerous activity. Speeding, bad weather, other drivers, obstacles, and many other situations can all lead to a dangerous or fatal car accident. You put yourself at risk every time you drive. Yet, you may be comfortable in trusting that your vehicle will protect you. With good reason, as many features in […]
What Causes Car Accidents in Construction Zones?
Roadside construction zones can be frustrating and time-consuming for drivers, especially when multiple lanes of traffic are reduced to one or two. However, construction zones are necessary in keeping the roads safe and passable. In major cities across the United States, roadside construction is an almost constant occurrence in order to keep with the continual […]
How Dangerous Is Driving While Sleep Deprived?
Driving while sleep deprived is quite dangerous and is responsible for thousands of car accidents each year. According to estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 100,000 reported drowsy driving accidents happen every year, causing more than 50,000 injuries and 800 deaths. It is likely the number of accidents is higher, as […]
What Evidence Can I Use for My Car Accident Case?
Car accidents can be costly and emotional, especially if there are serious injuries or fatalities involved. Further complicating the situation is having to prove your claim in order to recover damages and medical bills. It can seem like an insurmountable uphill battle. Sometimes, determining the at-fault driver is easy. However, in other cases, fault may […]
What Happens if an Emergency Vehicle Is Involved in an Accident?
When emergency responders like police officers, firemen, and paramedics are responding to a 911 call, they need to arrive at the scene as quickly as possible. With their sirens blaring and their lights flashing, other vehicles get out of their way so that they can speed by and help those in need. Whether the emergency […]
Are Virtual Church Meetings Legal?
Your church likely requires a membership meeting at least once a year and by a certain date. During this meeting, you may need to vote on new regulations, pass a budget, and elect new leaders. You may have to schedule board meetings on a short timeframe to discuss important matters. However, what if you cannot […]