Nursing home theft is a common issue, and not widely discussed or reported. It’s one of the many ways someone can experience financial abuse while in a care facility. Whether it’s sentimental items such as pictures, gifts, or other mementos, or glasses, dentures, hearing aids, or warm clothing and … [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...]
Are West Virginia Drivers Good Drivers?
It’s a phrase you’ve heard at least once in your life: “The worst drivers in the US are in [fill in the blank.]” Much depends on a person’s individual driving experience, and how much time spent driving in a specific city or state. So how do West Virginia drivers fare? Do the stats indicate West … [Read more...]
Signs of Nursing Home Neglect
You expect that your loved one is being well-cared for in a nursing home. But when you visit, are they showing signs of neglect? If you suspect a loved one in a West Virginia facility is being neglected, contact a nursing home abuse lawyer in Charleston, WV. Unfortunately, neglect in nursing homes … [Read more...]
Loss of Wages and Job Due to Personal Injury Accident
Someone who experiences a personal injury accident, especially a serious injury, may experience loss of wages, and even their job. This loss of livelihood through no fault of your own is very serious. The loss of your wages - even temporarily - is a hardship on you and if you a family, the whole … [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...]
When Do You Need A Personal Injury Lawyer?
If you have been in some type of accident here in West Virginia, your first call is not necessarily to a Charleston personal injury lawyer. When you need a personal injury lawyer often depends on the type of accident you experienced and the severity of your injuries. If you’ve had a simple … [Read more...]
Slip and Fall Accidents in a Restaurant
Whether you enjoy fine dining, love fast food, or enjoy a visit to a Chinese lunch buffet, dining out can be enjoyable. But restaurants are busy places with multiple moving parts, and slip and fall accidents in a restaurant can unfortunately happen. Restaurant employees work hard to make the … [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...]
Frequent Slip and Fall Injuries
While many tend to associate slip and fall injuries with a self inflicted tumble, "slip and fall" accidents are personal injuries that fall under the premises liability area of West Virginia law, as property owners have a duty to keep their premises free from obvious or known hazards. When you slip … [Read more...]