What is the best way to prepare for something important? PRACTICE! That is why Herndon injury lawyer Doug Landau, along with some of the staff from his firm, Abrams Landau, Ltd., was in the Herndon Courthouse on a recent Friday. The firm conducted a mock trial (a practice run!) in order to prepare for a…
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Recent claims by indoor tanning salons that tanning is not only safe but also provides health benefits caught the eye of Herndon injury lawyer Doug Landau. “Summer is here, and people — particularly teens and young adults — think they look better with a tan. It worries me that some may be tempted to visit…
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July 1 marked the first day many new or changed laws went into effect in the Commonwealth of Virginia. More than 4000 bills were introduced for consideration in the 2013 session of the Virginia General Assembly, with more than 800 of them becoming law. Click here for a full summary of the 2013 Legislative session.…
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In the weeks leading up to July 4, you can find fireworks for sale at any number of stands located throughout Fairfax County. According to an article in the Herndon Patch, although most types of consumer fireworks are banned in Fairfax County, some types are available for sale to the public. Some other local jurisdictions…
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In the debate over lowering the blood alcohol level allowed for driving illegally (see prior post), there has been little mention of another powerful tool to reduce death and mayhem on Virginia’s highways and local roads – a Dram Shop Act. Other states’ Dram Shop laws hold businesses who serve alcohol liable for injuries caused by…
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