Lynchburg Law Blog
Adult children may want to check if parents have an estate plan
As they grew into adulthood, many Virginia residents undoubtedly had encouragement from their parents to take important steps in life. Now, it may be time for adult children to encourage their parents to take such steps of their own. In particular, if their parents...
Car accident leaves family grieving during the holidays
During the holidays, people are often on the road as they travel to visit loved ones. Unfortunately, though this time of year should be joyous, a serious car accident could easily result in a family facing grief rather than happiness. Even when doing their best to...
How a personal injury attorney can help after a car accident
You have recently been in a car accident. You have seen a doctor for your injuries, and you have submitted an insurance claim, but the insurance company is not moving fast enough. Your medical bills are piling up and you are missing work while you recover. A personal...
A lease agreement needs the right terms to protect a landlord
Being a landlord in Virginia and elsewhere is a difficult job. This position typically involves maintaining the landscape surrounding the property, ensuring that any problems that arise inside the property are repaired as needed, dealing with complaints from tenants...
Car accident involving box truck claims life
Though many people may like to think that the roadways are safe, danger lurks around every bend. Drunk, distracted, tired, negligent and reckless drivers are on roads all across the country, and while most people are able to make it to their destinations unscathed,...
Nondisclosure agreements could protect proprietary information
Running a business, especially one that is successful, can often mean coming up with innovative ideas that keep the company ahead of the competition. Because these ideas can take significant amounts of time to come up with and perfect, Virginia business owners...
Feeling hesitant to appoint a power of attorney agent?
Any Virginia resident’s financial affairs are a critical part of life. Wanting to ensure that money matters stay as they should is a common goal for many people. Of course, unexpected life events could put a person’s health and ability to make financial decisions in...
What happens if you die without a will?
Thinking of death may not be on your to-do list for the day, or ever. Preparing for the end of your life is something you should do, but have you? The AARP reported in 2017 that a high percentage of people ages 53 and over have wills and other estate planning...
Implementing business contracts can add protection
When running a Virginia business, organization is a necessity. If business owners do not keep track of important information or do not create contracts when entering into business deals, they could find themselves facing serious difficulties later on. As a result, it...
Virginia man killed in motorcycle accident; driver cited
There are many different methods for motorists in Virginia to utilize motor vehicles, including both motorcycles and traditional motor vehicles. Because of differences in size for some options, making some more at risk of injury in addition to being more difficult to...