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Virginia Drivers: Another Toyota Recall (Corolla, Matrix)
Posted on 8/30/2010

Excessive speed cited as factor in serious Virginia Beach car wreck
Posted on 8/27/2010

Norfolk VA car & bicycle accident leaves cyclist injured
Posted on 7/29/2010

Virginia Beach police officer, civilian taken to hospital after crash
Posted on 7/27/2010

Virginia Beach car wreck kills one and injures three others
Posted on 7/27/2010

Tidewater motorists, get ready for a new seat belt law
Posted on 6/30/2010

Windsor woman dies in tragic car wreck on Rt. 258
Posted on 6/29/2010

Pickup truck wreck injures three in Suffolk
Posted on 6/29/2010

Homeless man killed by dump truck accident at Virginia Beach
Posted on 6/29/2010

Fatal Car Crash in Norfolk on I-64 Blamed on Speed & Weather
Posted on 5/31/2010

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Q: Will a traffic court's determination of guilt or innocence affect the outcome of my civil suit for personal injury?

A: No. The determinations of a traffic court are based upon the higher burden of proof, guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Civil suits are generally subject to the lower burden of proving your case by the greater weight of the evidence. Statements that you make in traffic court may, however, be used against you in a civil suit. If you are required to go to traffic court in a case involving the possibility of a personal injury claim you should contact our office to arrange a free initial consultation.


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