At Parthemos & Curran, PLLC, we proudly serve clients throughout northern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley.
As of January 1, 2021, Virginia will begin enforcing its new handheld device ban for drivers. Under the new law, using a smartphone or another electronic device while driving will be a primary offense with fines starting at $125. Review the provisions of the ban to...
The first time you crash into another car and it is clearly your fault can be a humbling experience. At the end of the day, it can happen to anyone. The question is: What do you do when it does happen? If you are hurt and you are the one who is at fault, your first...
A work illness or injury can result in a significant financial burden. Virginia workers can apply for benefits from workers’ compensation under these circumstances. Review the facts about thestate workers’ compensation program if you or a loved one has experienced a...
You cannot prepare for a car crash. Unexpected and often violent, crashes can cause serious injury and financial hardship. While you cannot prepare, there are a few simple things you can try to remember to do if you ever suffer a collision that will help you going...
Since 2018, all new vehicles sold in the U.S. must have a backup camera. This safety enhancement sends footage from behind a vehicle into its passenger cabin. While backup cameras may help some drivers avoid collisions, they may also not be as safe as you think. Here...
It is no secret that accidents involving semi-trucks in northern Virginia are often fatal. After all, a semi-truck weighing tens of thousands of pounds has the laws of physics on its side and is simply no match for a standard automobile. Things are especially tragic...
Workers’ compensation benefits can serve as a lifeline for injured workers and their families following a workplace accident and its aftereffects. As a result, it is important for injured workers and their families to be familiar with the different types of benefits...
The accident that struck at work can leave you with all kinds of complications. You’ll likely need to rely on the benefits from workers’ compensation to get through your recovery, but starting your claim off on the wrong foot could cost you coverage before it even...
Car manufacturers are creating technology that allows vehicles to drive without human engagement. While the thought of this is futuristic and somewhat appealing to many, to others, it is a recipe for disaster. In the years since self-driving cars debuted, automated...
Many motorcycle riders are out and about in Virginia, especially with the advent of pleasant summer weather. Unfortunately, motorcyclists are vulnerable to accidents. Often the fault for a crash rests with the motorist involved, but sometimes single-vehicle motorcycle...
