To ride your bike on DC sidewalks there are two restrictions. While bike riding is permitted under DCMR § 18-1201.9, you must abide by certain constraints. . When riding on the sidewalk, you must not create a hazard. This is a complex idea because there’s no legal definition of a “hazard.” In layman’s terms, the…
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Did you know that Virginia is only one out of four states in the country to still have contributory negligence as a valid defense to any recovery for an injured party in a personal injury lawsuit? The doctrine of contributory negligence stands for the proposition that if an injured person’s injuries were caused in any…
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Are you a runner or a cyclist? Or do you know someone who is an active outdoor runner or cyclist? Then you’re going to want to keep reading… We recently had someone reach out to us here at Abrams Landau, Ltd. because he was injured while working. Although this potential client did not have a…
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Triathlon coach Elizabeth Baumgarten of SportFit Labs in Herndon was in a serious crash today at the United States Triathlon National Championships in Cleveland, Ohio. An experienced competitor, Coach Beth was caused to crash reportedly due to an unmarked speed bump out on the bike course. Competing in the Olympic distance event, Baumgarten was taken…
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What to do when there are no witnesses for your accident? Well, with the advancement and accessibility of technology these days, there may still be hope! Smart fitness apps, fitness tracking devices, and more could help serve as your “personal black box,” or as a “witness” by not only providing proof of your whereabouts but…
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