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 Hire a Charleston Auto Accident Lawyer?
You're not required to hire a Charleston auto accident lawyer after your car accident. But in many cases, it's probably a good idea. How familiar are you with West Virginia's personal injury and auto accident laws? Unless you're an experienced auto accident lawyer yourself, chances are you don't … [Read more...]
Should I See a Doctor After My Car Accident?
Should I see a doctor after my car accident? The short answer is: YES, IMMEDIATELY. But it’s important to understand why you need to see a doctor, even if you “feel fine.” Believe it or not you may need the help of car accident attorney to get the involved to get compensation for medical bills and … [Read more...]
Road Rage Can Be a Factor in Traffic Accidents
When you’re trying to get to work, get home, or just run some errands, you may find yourself near a driver who is anything but friendly. Maybe they cut you off, stopped abruptly, or even made a right turn from the left lane. You honk your horn and maybe even yell, knowing the other driver probably … [Read more...]
Car Accident Death Statistics: How Does West Virginia Compare With Other States?
West Virginia has a number of reasons for car crashes, including many of the same as other states. From texting and weather-related incidents to drunk/inebriated driving to speeding, there are accidents on West Virginia’s roads daily. Complicating the accident rate are variables like drunk … [Read more...]
Hitting A Pedestrian By Accident In Charleston, WV
A car crash is nearly always a difficult situation. But when a pedestrian is involved the stakes go up. Injuries to pedestrians are more severe, debilitating, and have a higher rate of fatality than an accident with another vehicle. As we recently mentioned in our previous blog post on pedestrian … [Read more...]