What happens when an injured cyclist hires a lawyer who says he can handle a personal injury case and that lawyer fails to take steps to advance the injured athlete’s case, and in fact becomes suspended from the practice of law just as the 2 year deadline approaches ? This recently happened at ABRAMS LANDAU,…
Continue readingChantilly High School is experimenting with a voluntary workout program for their marching band. With brass and percussion instruments weighing as much as 40 pounds, increases to students’ endurance mean sharper turns, crisper stepping and faster flag twirling for the color guard. In other words, the Chantilly Chargers marching band formations will be “in shape”…
Continue readingLines stretched passed the Herndon Dairy Queen and along the W&OD Trail today as people waited in line to sample local wines, beers and hear a variety of musical artists. The Herndon Town Green and a perfect weather day made for a superb day. Doug Landau was on his way to the Landau Law Shop…
Continue readingIf you ever want to clear your head, take a hike in the Adirondacks near Lake Placid and Lake George, New York. My cousin took my wife and I on a glorious hike after the wedding of our cousin, before we had to head back to Virginia. We were accompanied by his amazing three-legged dog.…
Continue readingLabor Day weekend is a wonderful time for bike rides in the Adirondacks. Triathlon Trial Lawyer Doug Landau was asked to “escort” the groom on a ride the morning of the wedding in upstate New York. The bride wanted her husband-to-be to be back for the nuptials on time. The Herndon Reston area attorney is…
Continue readingLakes present great opportunities to practice open water swimming techniques. Summer swimming at lakes, ocean beaches and elsewhere enables multipart and aquatic athletes to escape the confines of the lap lane and really focus on efficient stroke mechanics. There is the sense of freedom and accomplishment, as you can see the distance covered. Plus, swimming…
Continue readingWhile the Reston Triathlon fills up in a nanosecond, the great staff, volunteers and community support make the hassle of waiting by your computer worth it. The Reston Triathlon Association Board meets throughout the year and has the triathletes’ safety and enjoyment in mind at all times. Donna, Boofie, Tom, Chuck, Bunny, Abbie, Joe, Richard…
Continue readingA good insurance company should look at the same factors that a judge or jury would look at in Court. These would include the following items: Medical expenses (Ambulance, Hospital, physical therapy, medical bills, mileage, medications, miscellaneous), past and anticipated in the future Loss of Earnings (past and future) Damage to the bicycle and other…
Continue readingWhen a New York cyclist got “doored” by a careless motorist, his arm was so badly broken, that the surgeon had to put the shattered pieces together with 2 plates, 13 screws and wire. Without any warning, the driver opened the door into the biker’s path, putting the bike commuter into the hospital for three…
Continue readingHere is the photo showing where I saw the snake during the Reston century bike ride. Yesterday I posted a “close up” of this deadly W&OD Trail user. Because I want all cyclists to return home safely, I looked about for information on how best to protect yourself. Here are some tips from the “Bicycling…
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