Motorists in West Virginia and around the country can expect to see increased law enforcement activity between May 14 and May 16 during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual International Roadcheck safety blitz. The three-day initiative is held each summer...
Month: September 2021
Gathering evidence after a trucking accident
Truck accidents and auto crashes are different in some respects. The truck's weight and the size difference between the truck and smaller vehicles can lead to worse injuries for the victims. Additionally, federal and West Virginia regulations add responsibility to...
Car accident fatalities have been rising since 2018
Government accident statistics reveal that the roads in West Virginia and around the country have become far more dangerous in recent years. According to data compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System,...
A slight decrease in pedestrian deaths occurs
Pedestrians benefit from being more alert when near traffic. Since someone walking or jogging is not inside a vehicle, they lack the protection of a vehicle’s frame when involved in an auto accident. As a result, pedestrian accidents on West Virginia roads could have...
Poor road conditions may lead to accidents
Accidents are common on West Virginia roads, and commuters realize that reckless drivers can cause accidents. Other reasons may factor into why an automobile accident occurs. Road conditions might contribute to a collision, and problematic conditions are not only...
The dangers of reckless driving for all involved
Serious auto accidents are unfortunately all too common in West Virginia. While some of them are not criminal in nature, others are the result of crimes committed behind the wheel such as reckless driving. The causes of fatal auto accidents There are almost a...
What are truck underride accidents?
A number of highways run through Vermont, and a high percentage of the traffic on those highways are trucks. In addition, trucks can be found anywhere commerce is taking place, from stores to warehouses to places of business. And these trucks present unique hazards to...
The dangers of truck driver fatigue
Truck drivers who are fatigued may be more likely to cause West Virginia accidents than drivers who are well-rested. The nature of their work also means that they might be more likely to struggle with fatigue than other drivers since they may face pressure to work...
Vision Zero and the fight to eliminate roadway fatalities
Wrongful deaths stemming from car crashes on the roads and intersections of West Virginia happen far too often. While there have been attempts made in the past to lower the number of fatalities on the road, none have been successful at completely curbing these...
3 Mistakes to avoid after a car accident involving injuries
When people get involved in car accidents in West Virginia, they often make mistakes that can jeopardize their case. That’s especially true with regard to the injuries. Unfortunately, mistakes can derail car accident claims. Here are some mistakes that can cause...