In this post, we will explore some important information you need to know about the Virginia Safety Action Program. This information was obtained directly from Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program’s FAQ website section. We highly recommend you check out VASAP’s website as it’s filled with important information. What is the Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program? ASAP stands for […]
Continue reading…What is an ignition interlock device, and a few things you need to know?
In this post, we will explore some important information you need to know about ignition interlocks. This information was obtained directly from Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program’s FAQ website section. We highly recommend you check out VASAP’s website as it’s filled with important information. What is an ignition interlock device? An ignition interlock is a […]
Continue reading…How do I defend a client that I, “know is guilty?”
Having practiced criminal defense for twelve years, I’ve had the privileged to speak to a lot of classes and groups about my work. By far, the most common question that I get is, “James, how do you sleep at night defending a person that you know is guilty?” It’s a fair question. But here are […]
Continue reading…What questions does the insurance company get to ask in my Virginia car accident case? And why does it feel like I’m on trial?!
If you’ve got a Virginia car accident case, you may be wondering what questions the insurance company gets to ask and why. Many of our clients are surprised about how much information they are required to provide. Often, I hear, “James, why do they get to know that? It feels like I’m on trial!” The […]
Continue reading…What to expect if you’ve been charged with a Virginia Domestic Assault.
If you’ve been charged with a Domestic Assault Charge, you’re probably wondering what you should expect going forward. In this video, James Abrenio discusses what happens once you’ve been charged, what you can expect in court as well as possible outcomes that may be presented in a typical Domestic Assault case. Still have question? Make […]
Continue reading…What happens next when you hire Abrenio Law for your Virginia Car Accident Case?
At Abrenio Law, our goal is to educate our client about their case and the law. We also strive to educate them about how we work, and what they should expect in their own claim. To help, we’ve created this video in with James discusses the Abrenio Law process. In it, he discusses what you […]
Continue reading…Changes coming to Virginia Law July 1, 2020.
Beginning July 1, 2020, many new Virginia laws will go into effect. Whether you love the changes or hate them, they will apply to you. So, take some time to educate yourself. Below is a list of just a handful of changes in our Commonwealth’s laws. Should you have any questions, feel free to reach […]
Continue reading…An important case just handed down about Qualified Immunity.
With the tragic death of George Floyd and worldwide marches on his behalf, and in support of #BlackLivesMatter, countless Americans are asking “what can be done to prevent these senseless killings?” Inevitably, the issue of Qualified Immunity comes to mind. Qualified Immunity is a complex issue, which we intend to write about more in the coming […]
Continue reading…What is mitigation evidence, and why does it matter if you’ve been charged with a crime in Northern Virginia?
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Northern Virginia (or anywhere else), you’re probably wondering what you can do to improve your chances of getting a better outcome. One thing we always recommend clients work on is “mitigation evidence.” These are efforts that you take, as a person charged with a crime, that would […]
Continue reading…Rotator Cuff Surgery that Lead to a day in the ICU Settled for $275,000.
In this case, the Plaintiff was T-boned when driving down a road in Fairfax County when the Defendant attempted to leave a shopping center form a side street, failed to see the Plaintiff’s vehicle, and slammed into the passenger’s side of her vehicle. As a result of the impact, Plaintiff’s main injury was a left […]
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