Representative image of an insurance claim review. It does not depict a specific adjuster, insurer or Atkinson Law case. Insurance adjusters investigate coverage, liability, causation and damages on behalf of insurance companies. Their evaluation may result in a reduced settlement offer when they dispute who caused the accident, whether the accident caused the injury, whether …
Who Is Liable When an Offender Causes a Drunk Driving Accident?
Drunk driving accidents in Williamsburg often result in severe injuries or fatalities. Determining liability is critical for recovering compensation under Virginia personal injury law. If you were injured, speaking with a Williamsburg drunk driving accident lawyer can help identify all responsible parties. Primary Liability: The Drunk Driver In most cases, the impaired driver is responsible. …
Richmond’s Most Dangerous Roads and Why Crash Location Matters
Representative image of Richmond traffic. It does not depict a specific collision, High Injury Network location or Atkinson Law case. Richmond reports that a relatively small portion of its street network accounts for most of the city’s fatal and serious-injury crashes. The city refers to these streets as its High Injury Network. A High Injury …
Drunk Driving vs Other Car Accidents – Legal Differences for Victims
Drunk driving accidents differ significantly from standard crashes. If you were injured, visit our Williamsburg car accident lawyer page. Key Differences in Liability DUI cases often involve clearer fault. However, Virginia law still applies — learn more about contributory negligence in Williamsburg. Differences in Compensation DUI claims may include punitive damages and higher settlements. To …
What Richmond Drunk Driving Accident Victims Should Know
If an impaired driver causes a crash in Richmond, the injured person may have rights in two separate legal processes: a criminal DUI prosecution brought by the Commonwealth and a civil or insurance claim seeking compensation for the victim’s losses. Virginia law may also permit punitive damages in certain drunk driving cases, but they are …
What To Do After a Drunk Driving Accident Caused by an Offender in Williamsburg
After a suspected drunk driving accident in Williamsburg, call 911, address immediate medical needs, preserve available evidence and notify the appropriate insurance companies. A DUI arrest or charge may support an injury claim, but it does not automatically establish civil liability or guarantee compensation. The injured person must still establish that the other driver’s conduct …
Virginia’s Motorcycle Laws
Virginia motorcycle laws require riders to have the proper licence classification, wear approved protective equipment, maintain insurance on registered motorcycles and follow motorcycle-specific traffic and equipment rules. Important Virginia rules include: Operators generally need an M, M2 or M3 motorcycle classification. Operators and passengers generally must wear approved helmets. The operator must use approved eye …
Virginia Dog Bite Laws
Virginia does not automatically make a dog owner financially responsible every time a dog bites or attacks someone. Liability may depend on whether the owner knew about the dog’s dangerous behavior, failed to use reasonable care, violated an applicable leash or confinement rule, and caused the victim’s injuries. Virginia also has separate laws governing dangerous-dog …
Virginia’s Statute of Limitations
Reviewed by Ed Atkinson, Virginia Personal Injury Attorney Last updated: July 2026 Based on Virginia personal injury law and Atkinson Law case experience Virginia Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims The Virginia statute of limitations controls how long an injured person has to file a lawsuit after an accident, injury, or wrongful death. In …
Atkinson Law Now Also Serves Personal Injury Clients In Chesapeake Porsmouth Hampton
Atkinson Law serves personal injury clients across Hampton Roads, including Chesapeake, Portsmouth and Hampton. The firm offers client meeting locations in Chesapeake and Hampton, along with phone and virtual consultation options for injured people who may have difficulty travelling. This expanded regional availability gives clients additional ways to discuss serious car accidents, truck collisions, motorcycle …