Posted in Car accident,Personal injury on May 30, 2023
Seat belts save lives. You have heard this stated by many safety institutions, such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Yet, in some cases, seat belts are what cause injuries. While the injuries inflicted by a seat belt may not be as severe as those the restraint system prevented, they can still be serious… read more
Posted in Car accident on May 4, 2023
Car accidents can be frightening and overwhelming experiences. In West Virginia, it’s important to know what to do in the event of an accident. Here are some things you should do after a car accident in West Virginia. 1: Check for Injuries The first thing you should do after a car accident is to check… read more
Posted in Car accident on March 30, 2023
T-bone accidents are some of the most devastating motor vehicle collisions. If you or your loved one has been injured in a T-bone car accident in West Virginia, you will need to determine liability before you can file a car insurance claim and seek financial compensation for your losses. These cases can be complicated depending… read more
Posted in Car accident on March 28, 2023
If you get injured or suffer property damage in a car accident in West Virginia, you will need to file an insurance claim to receive financial coverage for your bills and expenses. One commonly used method to determine fault for a car accident is examining the damage to the vehicles involved. In many cases, experts… read more
Posted in Car accident on September 29, 2022
If you have suffered injuries and damage to your car from an accident, there will be three important conversations. These conversations will be with: the first responders at the scene your doctor if you need medical attention; and a prospective personal injury lawyer to evaluate your claim. Somewhere between the second and the third conversation… read more
Posted in Car accident on June 30, 2022
Your odds are relatively high of getting in a car accident as a driver in West Virginia. According to the State Highway Safety Report, 260 people lost their lives and 906 suffered serious injuries in automobile accidents in 2019 alone. Car accidents happen daily in major West Virginia cities, such as Charleston and Huntington. Fortunately,… read more
Posted in Car accident on June 27, 2022
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the United States. Though these accidents may occur in limitless scenarios, some causes of West Virginia car accidents are more common than others. Being aware of the top causes of car accidents in your state and city can help you be on… read more
Posted in blog,Car accident,Injuries on January 18, 2022
Every car wreck is stressful – even when the property damage is minor. When a crash causes injuries, it is easy to panic and nearly impossible to still your nerves and remain calm. It is important to remember though, that your actions in the aftermath of a collision may affect your ability to make a… read more
Posted in blog,Car accident,Car collision,Personal injury,Truck Accidents,Trucking accident on December 10, 2021
West Virginia has 549 miles of interstate and 37,277 miles of public roads. Commercial truck drivers from all over the country use these roads. Unfortunately, every year approximately 5,000 trucks are involved in fatal collisions. Over half of West Virginia’s truck collisions involve carriers who operate out of state, so filing an accident claim becomes… read more
Posted in Car accident,Car collision,Distracted driving,Injuries,Uncategorized on November 29, 2021
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), aggressive driving is when “an individual commits a combination of moving traffic offenses to endanger other persons or property.” Any unsafe driving behavior, performed deliberately and with ill intention or disregard for safety, can constitute aggressive driving. Examples of aggressive driving behaviors include: Speeding in heavy… read more
