Receiving a traffic violation ticket can be frustrating and stressful, especially if you are unsure about what happens next. Even a minor citation can lead to fines, points on your driving record and higher insurance costs if not handled properly. Understanding the right steps to...
If you have spent years driving without a ticket, you may expect some leniency if you are ever cited. In Virginia, that is not always the case. While a clean record may reflect responsible driving, courts evaluate the specific incident presented to them. As a...
After a car crash, an insurance settlement might be the only financial relief that an injured person receives. While many people are eager to settle as quickly as possible, it is still important to ensure that the settlement amount is appropriate given the losses caused...
Distracted driving is a very common issue in the United States, and there are nearly countless types of distraction. These include daydreaming, texting, doing personal grooming or eating and drinking in the car. Many drivers experience one or more distractions on a daily basis, whether...
Some drivers view reckless driving as little more than an elevated speeding charge. In Virginia, that view can lead to serious consequences. Reckless driving is a criminal charge, not a simple traffic offense. The consequences can affect your license, your record, and, in some cases,...
Even for a quick trip to the grocery store, you probably listen to music in the car. Many people do. The exact way that they listen has changed over time, from radio to CDs to streaming music on a phone, but music has long been...
Most violations of traffic statutes lead to citations or tickets. Drivers can pay the fine and may not face many other consequences, provided that they don’t receive too many tickets in a short amount of time. Other traffic violations are significant enough to warrant criminal...