Herndon lawyer Doug Landau, himself an avid runner and cyclist who enjoys his office’s proximity to the W & OD trail, was dismayed to learn that a woman was dragged off the trail and attacked in late January. The attack took place near Sunset Hills Road and the Reston YMCA. Landau has often run and…
Continue readingAccording to an article in The Washington Post, biking in the District of Columbia may be getting a little safer thanks to efforts to increase driver awareness of the perils of making U-turns. Many of us have had “close calls” when cycling in a bike lane, only to be confronted by a car, taxi cab…
Continue readingOur last post featured a discussion of “Assumption of Risk”. In terms of the fans at a sporting event, this doctrine holds that a spectator knows, fully understands, and assumes the risk inherent in watching a live sporting event. Therefore, according to Herndon Virginia Injury Attorney Doug Landau, a lawsuit can be an uphill battle…
Continue readingHere is an interesting hypothetical case which, unfortunately, sometimes really happens: You are watching a sporting event when something comes flying into the stands. It could be a puck at an ice arena, a foul ball at a baseball stadium, or even a flying bat (baseball bat, that is!). Whatever the object, let us…
Continue readingA class-action lawsuit has been filed by the readers of Lance Armstrong’s inspirational books following the cyclist’s admission of ongoing steroid usage. The suit against Armstrong and his publisher claims that the athlete’s repeated and vehement denials of using steroids deceived readers. The readers feel betrayed, and they want their money back! Virginia cyclist and…
Continue readingYesterday’s post discussed issues involving scarring, dermabrasion and plastic surgery after a bike crash and car accident. We are fortunate to have several excellent plastic surgeons in the Herndon Reston area. For Northern Virginia athletes and others looking to revise scars, explore options and reverse the aging process, there will be a FREE In-House Seminar…
Continue readingAfter a bike crash or car wreck, the road rash will have faded and the broken bones healed, but the surgical scars and skin discoloration may be permanent. However, advances in medicine and surgical technique have enabled our clients to reverse and reduce the unsightly effects of the unsafe acts of negligent drivers. Even if…
Continue readingWhile traveling, Herndon trial lawyer Doug Landau likes to stay fit by working out at local health clubs. With his IHRSA Club discount in hand, the “Triathlon Trial Lawyer” has experienced gyms in over half of the United States and a dozen foreign countries. The the growth of franchise gyms, it has become easier to…
Continue readingWhen you are out for a run or bike ride, the last thing you want to hear is a the sound of a barking dog getting closer and closer as you run or pedal faster and faster. Being chased by a dog can be frightening and — more importantly — dangerous. ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd. is…
Continue readingDuring the first quarter of 2013, we can expect to get some more details about Fairfax County’s Master Bike Plan when the county’s Bicycle Program division will make its presentation to the Planning Commission. Herndon Bike Injury lawyer Doug Landau hopes to see plans for more education about bike safety. “Bike safety on the roads…
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