Every safe driver needs to know how to notice other drivers or obstacles in their way and avoid them in time to prevent a crash. Distracted drivers commonly have worse reaction times and struggle to pay attention to the road. Knowing the factors that influence this...
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What are the symptoms of a concussion?
The head, neck and brain are vulnerable to serious injury during a fall, car accident or other events that cause a sudden jarring of the body. One common result is a concussion, and the Mayo Clinic notes that in many cases, a victim does not lose consciousness, which...
What are common co-parenting conflicts?
You and your spouse did not divorce on good terms, and you may expect the same level of conflict while raising your shared children together. How should you protect your peace of mind moving forward? Psychology Today explains common co-parenting conflicts and how to...
How does robbery differ from burglary?
Recently, police arrested you and charged you with a crime. To mount a solid defense, you want to understand your charges better. Specifically, you want to know the difference between burglary and robbery. U.S. News & World Report defines the two criminal acts and...
New legislation makes it easier to pursue personal injury cases
Until recently, Virginia general district courts had a jurisdictional limit of $25,000 for personal injury and wrongful death claims. Recently passed legislation increased that limit to $50,000. This change may make it easier for Virginia residents to pursue personal...
Most dangerous roadways in the U.S.
Virginia drivers should exercise caution any time they take to the roadways. This remains true whether the motor vehicle operator cruises on streets close to home or takes a long road trip to a faraway destination. Due to many factors, certain highways have a...
What is contributing to the rise of gray divorces?
As Kiplinger explains, the divorce rate is decreasing among the Millennial generation but is rising for Baby Boomers. The Pew Research Center has found that divorce has nearly doubled for adults aged 50 and over since the 1990s. So why has divorce increased for older...
Understanding the point system related to traffic violations
Receiving a ticket for a traffic violation may just seem like an inconvenience, but there are consequences beyond dollars out of your pocket. A traffic violation constitutes a wide variety of offenses, including improper turns, driving over a fire hose, failing to...
Who is responsible for in-flight turbulence?
Commercial airplane crashes are rare but that does not prevent all injuries you may sustain on flights. There are a lot of moving parts to get a plane safely off the ground, flying and landing for all passengers. An airplane during flight has many natural forces to...
Family risk factors for juvenile delinquency
Juvenile delinquency can develop via numerous pathways. While biological, social and environmental issues contribute to bad behavior patterns, the primary trigger typically stems from issues surrounding the family. A few of the most common risk factors include family...
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