Social media has become a primary way of communicating for a good part of the population. It is enjoyable to share happy events and pictures of your children, garden, or vacation. However, due to the permanent nature of social media, people should remember that anything they post will never truly go away. Social media is […]
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How can a Lawyer Help Me With Church Fundraisers?
There is a common assumption that churches and other nonprofits do not make money or need to have a flow of resources. However, that is a misconception. Churches need money to operate just like any other for-profit corporation. That is why it is crucial for churches to work with an attorney who can provide them […]
What can I Do if a Civil Rights Violation Caused the Death of My Loved One?
When someone’s death occurs due to the negligence of a person or entity, surviving family members can bring a civil lawsuit against the responsible party. This lawsuit is called a wrongful death lawsuit. Under Virginia law, wrongful death is defined as a death caused by another party’s wrongful act or neglect. Another way to think […]
What Should I Say to Insurance Companies After a Car Accident?
Auto insurance companies are highly experienced in dealing with just about any car accident that could happen. Very little occurs on roadways that auto insurance companies have not handled many times in the past. That makes car insurance companies especially skillful at cutting their costs at the expense of insured parties. Whenever an insurance adjuster […]
How Should I Plan for Labor Day Travel?
Summer always seems to go by so fast, and many people are excited for Labor Day weekend. Labor Day is often seen as the unofficial end of summer, which means more people will be traveling. The holiday traffic leads to a greater risk of car accidents. One of the most proactive ways to prevent Labor […]
What are Crucial Back-to-School Safety Driving Tips for Students and Parents?
As children across Virginia head back to school, it is a good time to review some essential driving tips. It is easy to forget some of the rules of the road after a couple of months of student-free summer driving. Parents and teenage drivers should review the following tips to ensure a safe back-to-school season. […]
How can an Attorney Help Me Start a New Church?
It may seem unusual for a church to have an attorney, but nearly all churches are structured as nonprofit organizations and are registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). That means they must follow specific business and accounting practices. Any type of religious organization can benefit from legal counsel. A nonprofit organization will need a […]
Study Shows an Increase in Car Accidents in States With Legal Marijuana
A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has found that states that have legalized or decriminalized marijuana have a six percent higher rate of car accidents that are caused by driver impairment. As of July 01, 2021, people 21 years old and older in Virginia can possess up to 1 ounce […]
How can a Lawyer Help With a Church Event?
A church serves its community in many ways. Churches often act as a central point for congregants to gather. They may also put on frequent community events for anyone to take part in and allow outside organizations to use the church property and facilities to put on their own events. When a church puts on […]
What are Common Civil Rights Violations?
Every U.S. citizen is guaranteed a certain set of rights and freedoms. When another person or entity infringes on those rights, it could be a civil rights violation. These violations can occur both at the federal and state levels. Every person has federal protections. Many states, including Virginia, have enacted additional protections for residents as […]