It may be common knowledge amongst most people in Virginia that there is an inherent risk in traveling in a vehicle on the state's roads and highways. Most do not allow this risk to deter them from doing so, however, due to an assumption that most motorists take care...
Does whiplash cause paralysis?
Whiplash, which is common during automobile collisions, occurs when a person hyperextends his or her neck. While whiplash can be excruciatingly painful, it does not usually cause paralysis. If you are experiencing paralysis after a car accident, you probably have...
Myths about ride-hailing services
Some people despise them, while others are completely dependent on them. In either case, no one can deny that ride-hailing services, often erroneously referred to as ridesharing, have unalterably changed transportation in America. However, many people do not have a...
What is negligent entrustment?
The common assumption is that after experiencing a car accident in Virginia Beach, you can rely on the driver that caused your accident to help compensate you for your accident expenses (either out of their own pocket or through insurance coverage). Yet what if that...
Common types of car accident injuries
It can happen in an instant. You are driving or parked at a stoplight. Suddenly another collides with yours, leaving your car damaged and possibly leaving you with a variety of different injuries. These injuries can be relatively minor or they can be life-threatening,...
Heavy rain and the risk of a car crash
There are many hazards on the road, but those which involve weather are especially concerning. Sometimes, weather-related events are predictable and avoidable. For example, people are able to stay off the road before a massive snowstorm or during a hurricane. However,...
When a child passes away in a car crash
Auto accidents are challenging for a lot of different reasons, but those which lead to the loss of life are especially devastating. This is especially true when children pass away and far too many lives are claimed at such a young age as a result of reckless driving....
The overlooked driving distraction
When you hear the term "distracted driving," like most in Virginia Beach you likely assume that to mean someone texting or talking on their cell phone while behind the wheel. Cell phone use while driving has become a significant issue, yet as we here at The Dickerson...
Winter rains may lead to dangerous driving conditions
Virginia winters mean plenty of rain and snow. While many drivers are ready to watch out for icy conditions, it can be easy to forget that roads may pose a danger even at milder temperatures. It only takes a small amount of rain to create a hazardous mix of oil and...
Do not ignore symptoms after a car accident
After getting into a car accident in Virginia, the drivers of the vehicles need to deal with exchanging information, filling out police reports, figuring out where to go for car repairs and possibly missing work. In all the chaos after a wreck, one may not notice...
