Many injuries can occur in 18-wheel accidents in West Virginia. These injuries frequently occur when the semi hits a smaller passenger vehicle. Traumatic brain injuries Traumatic brain injuries occur in truck accidents when the brain is suddenly shaken back and forth...
Morgantown Auto Accident Injury Law Blog
What kind of injuries can happen after a car crash?
Even a minor car accident in West Virginia can significantly impact someone’s life. The possible damages range from mechanical to medical, and any combination of these issues can contribute to a rough road ahead for victims and their families. The possible car...
Different types of chest pain stemming from car accidents
Although most West Virginia drivers are safe and responsible, car accidents can still occur in the blink of an eye. Some collisions are severe enough to leave people reeling from chest injuries. Pay attention to these types of chest pain that signify you’ve suffered...
Legal options in West Virginia’s wrongful death law: recent changes
If you have lost a loved one in a wrongful death auto accident in West Virginia, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your loss. Under West Virginia law, wrongful death is caused by the negligence, recklessness or intentional act of another person or entity....
Car crash injuries that might not be readily apparent
Many people are unaware that they've sustained injuries after getting into an automotive accident in West Virginia. The shock of the experience can make drivers and passengers unaware of the damage done to their bodies. Three types of injuries, in particular, can be...
Truck accident claims can be complex
Truck accidents in West Virginia can have devastating consequences for those involved. Even if the accident involves just one vehicle, the complexity of a truck accident claim is often significant. The magnitude of a claim depends on the number of parties involved and...
Car accident deaths fall slightly in 2022
The number of road users killed in motor vehicle accidents in West Virginia and around the country fell, albeit slightly, during the first three quarters of 2022 according to data released recently by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The figures...
Common motorcycle ejection injuries
Motorcyclists in West Virginia have accidents like other drivers. But motorcycle accident injuries are more common than other vehicle accident injuries. The main reason is motorcycles have no doors, seatbelts or a roof. As a result, motorcyclists are more likely to...
Car accident injuries in winter weather
If you live in Fairmont, West Virginia, you know how dangerous winter weather can be to drive in. The roads are icy, the visibility is poor, and there are many potential hazards. Sadly, car accidents are all too common in winter weather conditions. And while any...
Critical evidence to gather after a trucking accident
Mishaps involving large trucks cause some of the most traumatic injuries in West Virginia. These accidents often involve much more physical, emotional and financial damage than accidents involving passenger cars. Fatalities are also more common. Anyone involved in a...