At Virginia Access to Justice, our priority is to provide accurate, trustworthy, and up-to-date legal information. We understand that the people who rely on our platform are often navigating complex and sensitive issues. This Fact-Checking Policy explains the processes and principles we follow to ensure the accuracy and reliability of all content we publish.
Our Commitment to Accuracy
Virginia Access to Justice is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.
- Every piece of content is thoroughly researched, verified, and reviewed before publication.
- We recognize the potential impact of inaccurate legal information and therefore hold our editorial team accountable for factual precision.
- Our goal is to present information that is clear, complete, and free from errors or misleading statements.
Fact-Checking Process
Our editorial team uses a multi-step verification process for all content:
- Research from Authoritative Sources
- We rely only on credible and primary sources such as government websites, court documents, statutes, legal aid organizations, and academic publications.
- Secondary sources are used only when cross-verified with primary data.
- Legal Expert Review (When Needed)
- For complex legal matters, content is reviewed by qualified legal professionals or subject-matter experts to confirm accuracy.
- Pre-Publication Checks
- All articles undergo editorial review for factual accuracy, clarity, and consistency before they go live.
- Ongoing Monitoring
- Our team monitors changes in laws, regulations, and procedures to ensure our content stays current.
Handling Corrections
We are committed to transparency and accountability when errors are identified:
- If an error is discovered, it is promptly corrected and updated.
- Substantive corrections will be clearly noted at the top or bottom of the article.
- Readers can report inaccuracies by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email], and we will review the concern within a reasonable timeframe.
Source Standards
We evaluate all sources using the following criteria:
- Authoritativeness: Government, academic, or officially recognized legal institutions
- Currency: Recently published or updated to reflect the most current law
- Reliability: Free of bias, conflicts of interest, or unverified claims
We do not use anonymous or unverified sources for legal information.
Editorial Independence
Our fact-checking process is completely independent of advertisers, sponsors, or outside organizations.
- Editorial integrity is never compromised by funding or partnerships.
- Any sponsored content is clearly labeled and kept separate from our editorial content.
User Responsibility
While we strive for accuracy, the information provided on our website is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice.
Users are encouraged to consult a licensed attorney for advice specific to their situation.
Contact Us
If you notice an error or have questions about our fact-checking process, please contact us: