• Drunk Driving Deaths

    Why Do Drinking and Driving Deaths Increase in the Summer?

    Unfortunately, drunk driving typically increases in the summertime, which means more fatalities on the roadways. When a drunk driver causes a car crash, they will be subject to criminal penalties. But criminal penalties do not compensate the victim. It’s up to the civil courts to provide car accident victims with the compensation they deserve for their…

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    Hit and run

    Hit-and-Run Charges in Virginia

    If you have been charged with fleeing the scene of an accident without providing identifying information and rendering aid, you may face jail time, fines, and license revocation. Being arrested for a crime can be stressful and confusing. The skilled and experienced Virginia hit-and-run attorneys at Leary Law, P.C. can help you during this difficult…

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    State or Federal Gun Crimes

    Federal vs. State Gun Charges: What You Need to Know

    If you’ve been arrested for a firearms-related offense in Virginia, you could potentially face state or federal charges, depending on the nature of the arrest. For many gun owners, the legal landscape can be confusing and complicated when it comes to possessing and carrying weapons. Unfortunately, as with most laws, ignorance of the law is…

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    Car accident with an uninsured driver

    What Happens if the Driver Who Hit Me Doesn’t Have Insurance?

    Car accidents happen every day on roads and highways throughout Virginia. While many of these collisions are minor “fender-benders” that result in little to no property damage or injuries, others are much more serious in nature. When someone is injured in a collision caused by a distracted, speeding, intoxicated, or otherwise negligent motorist, they have…

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