Memorial Day weekend is the traditional start of the summer vacation season. The national holiday falls on May 30 this year, and often features parades and other memorial activities in many communities across the nation. AAA says the 2022 Memorial Day holiday could be the busiest in many years. The auto insurer that traditionally forecasts […]
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Can Potholes Cause Car Accidents?
Drivers frequently complain about potholes, especially during the spring and early summer months when potholes tend to become more pronounced. Potholes are more than mere annoyances, though: they can be serious road hazards and can contribute to car accidents. Each year, more than six billion dollars in property damage is attributed to potholes and similar […]
Three Anchor Legal Group, PLLC Attorneys Named to 2022 Super Lawyers Lists
Anchor Legal Group, PLLC is pleased to announce that three of its lawyers have been named to the 2022 Virginia Super Lawyers list. Joshua J. Coe, founder and Managing Partner, and Anthony M. Gantous, Partner, were selected to the list for their work in the legal profession. Macayla M. Nicolaison, Partner, was selected to the […]
What is a Parsonage Allowance?
A parsonage allowance, also known as rental or housing allowance, is a financial allotment designated by the church to its minister to offset their housing costs. Parsonage allowance is also tax-exempt from a minister’s gross income. It is important to note that the term “minister” in this case encompasses all faiths as defined by the […]
Can a Pedestrian be at Fault in a Car Accident?
It is usually thought that pedestrians have the right of way and, in many cases, this is true. However, it is not a hard and fast rule as a pedestrian can take action, or inaction, which may put them at fault for a car accident. Both drivers and pedestrians have legal responsibilities. They both must […]
How Can I Park My Car Safely on the Street?
Street parking may seem trivial, but for millions of Americans, securing and paying for parking is a constant struggle, particularly in large urban areas. Over 35 percent of households do not have garages or carports to safely park their cars and must find parking on a public street or pay to rent a spot in […]
How Can I Travel Safely on Easter?
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 […]
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 […]