In Virginia, a final divorce can automatically change what your simple will says – at least in the eyes of the law. Once a circuit court enters a final divorce decree, Virginia’s revocation rules remove your former spouse from the roles and gifts you outlined...
Many drivers traveling through Forest or along Route 460 assume that getting caught speeding results in a standard traffic ticket. In most states, that assumption would be correct. Virginia, though, enforces some of the strictest traffic laws in the country, and exceeding the speed limit...
If you were injured in an accident in Virginia, you may wonder how long a settlement will take. Knowing the usual steps can help you plan, avoid delays, and make informed choices. Medical treatment and case evaluation The settlement process usually starts after you reach...
Virginia now prohibits livestreaming while driving, but that does not automatically make you guilty of reckless driving. The state treats livestreaming and reckless driving as separate offenses. Whether you can face a reckless-driving charge depends on how you drove. Here’s what you need to know....
A work injury can lead to medical bills fast. In Virginia, workers’ compensation may help pay for treatment related to the injury, but coverage depends on the facts of the claim. Knowing what expenses may be covered can help injured workers avoid surprises. What treatment...
Road debris can enter a motorcycle rider’s path without warning. A sudden swerve or impact can cause a serious crash, leaving the rider with significant injuries, mounting medical bills and time away from work. Virginia law may allow an injury claim when another party’s negligence...
A Virginia power of attorney (POA) can give an agent broad control over financial and legal matters. That power, however, has clear limits. Some actions need specific authority in the POA, while other decisions stay with the principal. The agent must also follow the document...