Do You Need X-Rays After a Car Accident in Virginia?
Not every injury after a Gloucester County car accident requires an X-ray. The right test depends on your symptoms and the type of injury a doctor suspects. X-rays are useful for many bone and joint injuries, while CT or MRI may be considered when soft tissue or internal injuries are suspected. At GibsonSingleton Virginia Injury […]
What Are the 10 Most Dangerous Intersections in Gloucester County?
Several Gloucester County intersections call for extra caution because they share risk factors such as higher travel speeds, turning conflicts, and heavy access points near Route 17 and surrounding roads. Route 17 appears repeatedly because it functions as a major four-lane corridor. Meanwhile, many intersecting roads are smaller two-lane routes that require drivers to cross, […]
Is It Dangerous to Drive Too Slowly?
Driving too slowly can be dangerous, and in Virginia, it can violate the law when it impedes the normal and reasonable movement of traffic without a safety or legal reason. Slow driving may also create crash risks when surrounding drivers must brake suddenly, swerve, or change lanes to avoid a slower vehicle. At GibsonSingleton Virginia […]
Can a Car Wreck Affect Your Hearing?
Yes, a car wreck can cause hearing loss, tinnitus, balance problems, and even permanent deafness. The violent forces in a collision can damage the delicate structures inside your ears, from the explosive sound of an airbag deploying to the sudden jerking motion of whiplash. In Gloucester County, drivers involved in crashes on corridors like Route […]
Should I Share My Dashcam Footage After a Car Accident in Virginia?
Whether to share your dashcam footage after a Gloucester County car accident depends entirely on what the footage shows. Dashcams have become a powerful tool in personal injury cases, but they can help or hurt your claim depending on the circumstances. At GibsonSingleton Virginia Injury Attorneys, Gloucester County car accident lawyers Ken Gibson and John […]
What Is the Virginia Car Accident Statute of Limitations?
You have two years from the date of your car accident to file a lawsuit in Virginia. This deadline applies to personal injury claims, but there are important exceptions. If you file after the deadline and no tolling rule applies, the court can dismiss your case, and you may lose your right to compensation. This […]
What Medical Tests Could I Need After a Car Accident?
After a car accident in Virginia, you may need several types of medical tests to diagnose your injuries and document their severity. Common tests include X-rays for broken bones, MRIs (magnetic resonance imaging) for soft tissue damage, CT (computed tomography) scans for internal injuries, EMGs (electromyography) for nerve damage, and functional capacity examinations to assess […]
How to drive safely during Virginia’s winter weather
Winter is beautiful in Virginia. A fresh coat of snow on the ground and trees covered in white powder can be breathtaking. But while our winters can bring snowmen, sledding, and time with loved ones in front of a fireplace, winter can also be dangerous for drivers. Freezing rain, snow, and ice lead to hazardous […]
Virginia news: Two new laws expand “Move Over” and ban blue headlights
Governor Glenn Youngkin recently signed two pieces of legislation that will affect Virginia drivers — the “Move Over” law and a ban on excessively bright “blue” headlights. At GibsonSingleton, we support common-sense safety laws like these because we know they save lives.
Why do so many cars drive around at night without their headlights on?
Many drivers forget to turn their headlights on at night because of two modern vehicle features: daytime running lamps that create the illusion headlights are on, and illuminated dashboards that remain bright regardless of headlight status. Virginia law requires headlights from sunset to sunrise and when visibility is less than 500 feet, and violating these […]
What are the five most dangerous intersections in Mathews County, VA? And how you can stay safe while driving through them
To help our neighbors in Mathews, we at GibsonSingleton Virginia Injury Attorneys are sharing the five most hazardous intersections in Mathews—places where you want to be extra cautious. It’s always a good idea to take time to check opposing traffic before turning, especially at intersections where there’s no traffic signal. Dutton Windsor Road is a […]
Why Virginia’s texting and driving laws help you and your family
Simply holding a handheld device while driving can be deadly, and it’s against the law in Virginia. More than 3,100 fatalities were caused by distracted driving in the United States in a recent year, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). Research conducted by Virginia Tech found that driver distraction was a factor […]