Often, I get calls about reckless driving tickets, here in Virginia. Occasionally, those calls will involve folks who were alleged to have been driving over 100 mph. And their first question is typically, “Can I really go to jail for this?” Reckless driving is a serious offense. In many states, driving fast is a traffic […]
Continue reading…Can you claim more than your out-of-pocket expenses for your medical bills in your Virginia car accident case?
If you’ve been involved in an accident, and required medical treatment, you’ve likely received a lot of medical bills. Depending on whether you have health insurance, you may have paid a significant amount of bills out of pocket. Now you’re wondering what you can recoup in your personal injury claim. Don’t let the adjuster fool […]
Continue reading…What is a Virginia wet reckless?
If you’re facing a Virginia DUI, you may have heard the term “wet reckless.” If your attorney is telling you that it may be an option in your case, read this article to better understand its benefits. What is a wet reckless? You won’t find the term “wet reckless” in a Virginia code book or […]
Continue reading…Can I really be convicted of a crime for a Virginia custody order violation?
If you are subject to a Virginia custody order, my recommendation is to follow that order. If you don’t agree with the order, then work with your family law attorney to change that order – we DO NOT practice family law. If the court refuses your request, then follow the order until it changes. If […]
Continue reading…Will your car insurance premiums increase after a Virginia DUI conviction?
If you’re charged with a Virginia DUI, there are many possible consequences you’re facing. For a first DUI, possible consequences include possible jail, license suspension, and fines. However, you should expect indirect costs. One consequence will be an impact on your car insurance requirements and premiums. Virginia law requires double minimum coverage limits. For insured […]
Continue reading…Is your medical provider refusing to submit your bills to your health insurance company?
At Abrenio Law, we always advise our Virginia car accident victims to use their health insurance for their medical treatment. By doing so, they have access to care, maximize their chances of recovery, and doing so helps avoid their bills going to collections. But we also advise our clients to make sure to follow up. […]
Continue reading…What are Explanation of Benefits and why does it matter for your Virginia car accident case?
If you’ve been injured in a Virginia car accident, and you’re lucky enough to have health insurance, we always advise that you use your health insurance for the medical bills. If your health insurance, in fact, paid part (if not all of your medical bills), you’ve likely received Explanation of Benefits (EOBs). You may also […]
Continue reading…What is a Preliminary Breath Test and why does it matter for my Virginia DUI?
When it comes to your rights if stopped for a DUI, we sense a lot of confusion about whether to take the “breath test.” Hopefully, this blog will clear up some confusion when it comes to Virginia DUIs. What is a Preliminary Breath Test? When law enforcement is investigating someone for a DUI, they employ […]
Continue reading…Reckless Driving Constituted Felony Child Abuse.
Recently, a conviction for Felony Child Abuse in violation of Virginia Code Section 18.2-371.1(B) was upheld based upon the defendant’s dangerous driving with kids in the car. There, after “consuming alcohol,” the defendant put four children into her car without child seats or restraints, lost control of the car on a curve while using her […]
Continue reading…How does Virginia define Assault & Battery?
If you’re facing an assault and battery here in Virginia, you need to take the charge very seriously. Given that the charge is violent in nature, there can be devastating consequences to your life and career that you wouldn’t have even predicted. However, upon researching Virginia assault and battery, you may be surprised to learn […]
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