No two accidents are alike. One car is just scraped while the other can’t be driven without repairs. Damage-only accidents are usually paid by insurance companies without problems. But there are times when you will need help following an accident. Here are four scenarios where you’ll need to work … [Read more...]
Should I Contact A Lawyer After An Accident?
Getting a lawyer after an accident may be a smart move, depending on the type of accident, the amount of damage, and the severity of injuries. Handling an accident case on your own could be problematic while you’re trying to recover from injuries. A lawyer can make some things easier while you … [Read more...]
What About Passengers in a Car Accident?
Car accidents do not always affect a driver. In many cases passengers can also be injured in a car accident. So what about passengers in a car accident? When a negligent driver causes an accident the driver and their passengers have no control over their unfortunate involvement in an accident. … [Read more...]
Can The West Virginia Division of Highways Be Liable for a Car Accident?
It’s one thing when you've been hit by another driver and can easily identify who is liable for a car accident. But what if you're driving along one of West Virginia's roads and a pothole or other road hazard causes you to have an accident. You may wonder if the West Virginia Division of Highways … [Read more...]
Does It Matter Where a Car Accident Happens?
You may think that the other party in a car accident is the only one responsible for the accident. That may not be entirely true. Where a car accident happens is part of the story. The police report may list the other party as responsible—but is that really true? Could there be other factors … [Read more...]
Find The Right West Virginia Car Accident Lawyer
If you have had a car accident in West Virginia, and now you’re home from the hospital, the next thing you want is to find the right lawyer, because you are concerned about hospital bills, how to afford to fix your car, and lost wages from missing work. But if you’ve never had to find a lawyer, you … [Read more...]
Common Causes of Distracted Driving in West Virginia
A car accident can happen in the blink of an eye—the same time it takes to check a text message or respond to another small distraction. And in West Virginia, driving distracted doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. Reports from the Centers for Disease Control indicate that every day in the US, … [Read more...]
Posting About Your Car Accident?
People enjoy posting about their days on social media. The posts can be anything from the early morning weather, that first cup of coffee, pets, children, or other visuals worth sharing. Social media postings have become a journaled collection of everyday life. That may be good, bad, or just … [Read more...]
Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia
On any given weekend, if the weather is good, motorcycle riders will be out on West Virginia’s scenic winding roads. Whether alone or in groups, riders have their choice of great places to go in The Mountain State. Many riders follow generally recognized safety practices, like always wearing … [Read more...]
Are Trucks Safer If They Are In An Accident?
While some drivers are downsizing their rides to SmartCars, Fiats, and Hondas, others are upsizing to pickup trucks. Their larger size and capacity to carry more make them an attractive option for city drivers and rural drivers alike. Accidents occur with trucks, injuries happen, and you can find … [Read more...]