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It took less than a minute for your life to change. Someone else’s negligence caused an accident that left you in considerable pain and with a long term or permanent back injury. Types of Back and Spinal Cord Injuries An accident may cause an injury to your neck (cervical vertebrae), upper back (thoracic vertebrae), or lower back (lumbar vertebrae). Some of the specific conditions you may suffer include: Lower Back Strains or Sprains Lower back...

You’ve worked too hard building your business to risk everything in litigation. Our experienced legal team can help you resolve legal disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. We Are Experienced in All Types of Business Litigation Whether you are the plaintiff or defendant, our attorneys can help you with a wide variety of litigation matters, including: Breach of contract Unfair trade practices Collection of debts and actions Construction litigation Mechanics’ liens Covenants not to compete Employment law...

Contemplating a divorce is never an easy task, but when the spouse is an alcoholic, circumstances become even more complicated. Due to Virginia’s no-fault divorce laws, there’s no requirement to prove the other person’s alcoholism in order to file. But if alcohol misuse negatively impacted your marriage, and you have evidence for it, this information may influence a judge’s decision regarding aspects such as finances, child custody, and no-contact orders. Here are four key factors...

Getting into a car accident is always a scary experience, but it can also quickly become frustrating when you aren’t sure if your car repair and medical bills will be covered. This is a real struggle in Virginia, where at-fault drivers are not necessarily required to disclose how much insurance coverage they have. Keep the following tips in mind to avoid as many complications as possible. Know Required Amounts In Virginia, a car is considered...

Whether it’s our daily office commute or cruising around a new town on vacation, we spend a lot of time in our cars. While we should always take basic safety precautions like wearing a seatbelt and driving defensively, accidents do happen—and often. According to the Department of Motor Vehicles, Virginia has an average of over 100,000 crashes per year. Do you know what to do if you are involved in such an accident? Follow these...

Motorcycle accident claims differ from car accident claims in a number of ways. Lawyers who represent injured bikers must be prepared to push back against the unfair bias insurance adjusters, and even judges and juries often have against motorcycle riders. Also, the injuries bikers suffer tend to be much more severe than car accident injuries. For these reasons, it’s important that you work with an experienced motorcycle accident attorney to be sure you are getting...

The death of a family member can be devastating, especially when it is due to an accident or other unexpected incident. While nothing can bring back your loved one, there are steps you can take to ensure those who are left behind are taken care of. With the assistance of a qualified Virginia attorney, you can potentially bring suit against the individual or business responsible for the death. However, there are time limitations on taking...

A divorce does not have to be unnecessarily drawn out and expensive. Virginia’s uncontested divorce procedures can help avoid the delays and expenses that can be generated when disputes are resolved in the courtroom. At MacDowell Law Group, P.C., our divorce attorneys will thoroughly review your situation to let you know whether this may be the right option for your divorce. If you are thinking of getting divorced but are concerned about the time and the...

Malicious wounding charges often stem from fights that get too heated and head into violent territory. While the charges can also apply to attempted murder, the majority of cases are situations such as bar fights that escalated too quickly. If you have been charged with malicious wounding, it’s essential you understand what Virginia law is on the matter and work with a quality attorney to build a strong defense. Virginia Law on Malicious Wounding Malicious...

Motorcycle riders in Fairfax face many challenges as they navigate the traffic and distracted drivers on Northern Virginia roads. When another driver’s carelessness or outright negligence leads to a crash that leaves you seriously injured, you need aggressive legal representation as soon as possible. The motorcycle accident attorneys at MacDowell Law Group have you covered. We are experienced in motorcycle accident claims, and we will fight to get you the full value of your damages...