The Reston Bike Club is once again riding outdoors on weeknights ! The Club meets Thursday evenings just down the block from the ABRAMS LANDAU buildings, and on Tuesday nights in the Hunters Woods Shopping Center. There are levels for every skill level of bicycle rider, from the “Ones” who go so fast that they…
Continue readingWhile in Georgia visiting clients and local counsel, TriathlonTrialLawyer Doug Landau donned a kilt and raced in the Junior League of Atlanta’s 6th Annual ShamRock N Roll Road Races. As if stealing his eldest daughter’s kilt and soccer socks were not enough, the Oak Hill Virginia racer entered BOTH the 5km and the 10km. races,…
Continue readingWhile doing my weekly run in the deep water of the diving well, I witnessed the young life guards at the Herndon Community Center Pool rescue a participant in a water aerobics class this week. The aquatic exercise instructor and 2 lifeguards responded immediately to the first signs of distress. They were able to get…
Continue readingHaving represented injured athletes throughout the Virginia, Maryland and Metropolitan DC region, sports injury lawyer Doug Landau has seen stoic sportsmen and sportswomen under-report their injuries and limitations to their treating doctors. Unfortunately, “putting on a brave face” to the health care providers may lead to an inaccurate medical history and a discounting of the…
Continue readingSunshine, a rolling course and a stiff breeze greeted runners at the annual Van Metre 8km road race today. Broadlands and Ashburn area injury lawyer Doug Landau took ran despite calf pain, as a hard “brick” workout was planned in advance of the Virginia Duathlon later this month. Seeing lots of friends and clients, Landau…
Continue readingOne of the most terrifying experiences for any cyclist is being chased by a pit bull, or several pit bulls. These vicious dogs are often trained to attack and cause permanent disabling injury. We have been contacted and retained by victims who have been bitten, knocked down and even knocked unconscious by large, fast-moving dogs.…
Continue readingAlways looking to combine races when he travels for cases, seminars, speeches and family, Doug Landau has registered for the Virginia DUathlon which is being contested the same week as the Virginia Trial Lawyer Annual Convention in Williamsburg. The Herndon Reston area lawyer will forego the “Fun Run,” and serve as a volunteer for that…
Continue readingRecently, Ashburn and Herndon area injury lawyer Doug Landau has been contacted by injured bikers who already have a lawyer. Some are dissatisfied with their current lawyer’s work. Others cannot reach their current attorney. And still other cyclists are confused and do not understand the legal process or their present legal counsel’s instructions. When A-V…
Continue readingRecently my bride and I were invited to try out our friend Todd Katz’s “Hammer down cross fit” training program at his home. As an athlete who likes interval training sessions and respects the incredible results of English mile champion Sebastian Coe, who mixed calisthenics with explosive movements and continuous movement, I was keen to…
Continue readingIt used to be rare to see helmets on the slopes; snowboarders, skiers thought they were “uncool, dorky,” and for wimps. But serious injury and stylish helmet design have caused those wearing head protection to be in the majority. Winter sports injury lawyer Doug Landau noticed all colors of helmets during recent trips to New…
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