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Dickerson & Smith Law Group Attorneys and Counselors at law
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  • Firm Overview
    • David D. Dickerson Jr.
    • P. Todd Sartwell
    • David William Mettler
    • Michael Thomas Pallai
    • Samantha M. Barnett
    • David D. Dickerson Sr.
      (In Memoriam)
    • William B. Smith
      (In Memoriam)
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Avoid these 5 things during a traffic stop

On Behalf of Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Sep 24, 2025 | Firm News

How you handle a traffic stop can have a significant impact on your case should you face DUI charges. It’s imperative to understand which behaviors to avoid, considering it can be easy for just about anyone to do any of the following during a traffic stop:  Being rude...

Guiding future decisions with an incentive trust

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Sep 24, 2025 | Firm News

Are you interested in having a bit of control over how beneficiaries use their inheritance? Maybe you're writing an estate plan, but you'd like to know how someone will use your money in the future. Or perhaps you're worried that a beneficiary will make poor choices,...

How does Chapter 13 bankruptcy work?

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Feb 10, 2025 | Firm News

Filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy can help you restructure your debt while keeping your assets. It allows you to create a repayment plan based on your income, typically lasting three to five years. Unlike Chapter 7, which liquidates assets, Chapter 13 helps you repay...

Lung cancer as an occupational disease for shipyard workers

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Jun 12, 2023 | Firm News

Whether it’s assembly, welding, rigging or painting, shipyard work is comparable to similar processes in other heavy industrial sectors like automotive and aviation. But just like other heavy industries, shipyard workers are exposed to many chemicals and toxic...

Traffic fatalities hit a 16-year high in 2021

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Apr 20, 2023 | Firm News

Virginia residents may have noticed a distinct increase in traffic fatalities as of late, and in 2021 nationwide traffic fatalities hit a 16-year high. The increase can serve as an important wake-up call to prioritize vehicle safety when behind the wheel. Almost...

Burn injuries from Virginia motor vehicle accidents

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Mar 21, 2023 | Firm News

Auto accidents can lead to distinct types of injuries, including burns. Burn injuries sustained in auto accidents can be severe and life-changing, causing physical and emotional trauma that can last a lifetime. Therefore, understanding the several types of auto...

Cars getting closer to driving themselves but still need humans

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Dec 29, 2021 | Firm News

The idea of a self-driving car was once a science fiction fantasy. However, the automobile industry is getting closer to developing fully autonomous vehicles every year. Despite these advances, today's self-driving cars still need humans to monitor them. Hands-off...

Do you automatically lose your home if you file for bankruptcy?

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Aug 18, 2021 | Firm News

When you lose control of your finances, you may start thinking about bankruptcy and whether filing for it might help you find some relief. However, you may also have concerns about how doing so impacts other areas of your life, such as your home. If you own your home,...

How to get back on your feet after bankruptcy

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Apr 20, 2021 | Firm News

After declaring bankruptcy, you may feel like a big weight is off your shoulders. However, it may also seem like an uphill battle to bounce back and restore your credit. The good news is that there are certain steps you can take to rebuild your credit in a fairly...

What factors influence breath test results?

On Behalf of The Dickerson & Smith Law Group | Mar 3, 2021 | Firm News

Law enforcement officers in Virginia and across the U.S. often use roadside breath test devices to measure drivers’ blood alcohol content level. Rather than measure your BAC level through a blood sample, these machines use an exhaled breath sample to determine whether...

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