Beautiful race venues, challenging competition, unique prizes, sophisticated computerized results all contribute to the enjoyment I derive from participating in Virginia Triathlon Series events and races produced by Set Up, Inc. However, another aspect that I enjoy is the well trained and affable volunteers. The race volunteers are extremely helpful, knowledgeable and upbeat. The keep…
Continue readingThe Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Kevin Kolb’s head was driven to the turf when he was sacked from behind. He left the game with a concussion during their 27-20 loss to Green Bay. Kolb will undergo a series of concussion-related tests, and must be cleared by an independent neurologist before he plays in another game according…
Continue readingBrain Injury Services (“BIS“) running races Sunday increased participation and money raised this year. Herndon Virginia Lawyer Doug Landau received word (and thanks) from the Director for helping to make the Kit Callahan’s Miracle Mile a success for BIS. There were close to 500 participants at the event this year. Runners, sponsors like ABRAMS LANDAU,…
Continue readingThe cycling crashes during the summer’s triathlon in Spotsylvania remind us of the importance of participants’ “previewing” the course before a race. Putting on a running, cycling or triathlon race requires planning, manpower and money. Yet even the most thorough race committee cannot foresee every potential pitfall or weather pattern. In the Fredericksburg area race,…
Continue readingThe recent in Alexandria underscores the importance of drivers looking BOTH ways when crossing DC area cycling, skating and running paths. Too often motorists are looking to see vehicular traffic approaching in whatever direction is closest to their car or truck. Northern Virginia drivers tend to pull out to the street without regard for cyclists…
Continue readingAs he has done before, Landau offered her a helmet, since he often travels with spare safety equipment. The West Coast Athlete graciously accepted lawyer Landau’s offer, as was back in the race. The next day her sister returned the Virginia bike safety lawyer’s helmet, and they cheered the other bicycle racers participating in the…
Continue readingThe hotter the conditions, the better Triathlon Trial Lawyer Doug Landau races. However, after hot races Saturday, Sunday morning was cold, wet and raining. The USAT Sprint Triathlon Championship race started with a half mile swim in the river by the University of Alabama campus. Then, triathletes had to run up the steps to Manderson…
Continue readingAt the Olympic Distance National Championships, there were a number of crashes and “near misses” at the Bike Dismount zone (see biker in photo). The course had been set up with bicyclists making a sharp right, downhill, and then being told to get off their bikes immediately before the red dismount line or be disqualified.…
Continue readingWhat did Doug Landau do upon arrival in Tuscaloosa Alabama for the 2010 USA Triathlon Championships ? He checked out his bike, checked out the course and checked into his hotel. VeloCity Bicycle Shop was where the Triathlon Trial Lawyer had his bike shipped from Herndon Virginia. With air travel becoming more difficult for bikers,…
Continue readingArriving at the Landau Law Shop on a Saturday, injury trial attorney Doug Landau expects downtown Herndon to be fairly quiet. However, the Triathlon Trial Lawyer was surprised to see yellow Corvettes and other classic cars arrayed all along the streets around the Municipal Center and Herndon Courthouse. The reason ? The Herndon Classic Car…
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