Winter Crashes on VA/NC Roads: Black Ice, Fog, and the “Sudden Emergency” Defense
When temperatures drop along the U.S. 58/220 corridor and into the Piedmont, winter weather can turn a routine drive into a dangerous one. “Black ice” and dense fog often arrive without warning—and after a crash, insurers sometimes argue the “sudden emergency” defense to avoid paying a fair claim. Here’s what that means in Virginia and North Carolina , and how to protect your case. What is “black ice” and why does it matter? Black ice is a thin, hard-to-see glaze that forms
Scott Andrews
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