Motor vehicle accidents in West Virginia are not only emotionally devastating, but they can also cause a lot of financial damage. If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may be able to pursue compensation for wages lost due to the crash. Lost wages: What...
Year: 2021
Know the dangerous reality of underage drunk driving
There are many teen drivers in West Virginia. In addition to their inexperience, a common problem is allegations of drunk driving. Parents, law enforcement, legislators and others on the road need to be aware of the danger. Recognize the realities of underage DUI...
Alcohol related deaths and injuries in the US
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the 2021 alcohol-involved death rate in West Virginia was 14.6 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than the national average. Research shows that the alcohol-related death rate in the U.S. has increased by...
How negligent hiring by trucking companies puts you at risk
Every day, regular passenger cars have to share the road with large commercial trucks that can weigh up to 10 times or more. Due to the difficulty in controlling such massive vehicles, trucking companies have a responsibility to recruit competent drivers. Sadly, some...
Headaches that come after motorcycle accidents
It is common for motorcycle drivers in West Virginia to experience headaches after accidents. Headaches can indicate a head or neck injury. Causes of posttraumatic headaches Headaches resulting from motorcycle accident injuries and car accident injuries that occur...
The aftermath of an accident
If you're involved in an accident in West Virginia, you might think that an officer or emergency help will arrive right away or that your insurance company will be able to handle the details of the aftermath for you. While there are things that these professionals can...
Why you should never speak to insurance companies without a lawyer
Car accidents are a very traumatic experience to go through. In addition to dealing with the injuries you sustained due to the car crash, you also have to handle matters with the insurance companies. You could be wondering who will pay for the damage to your vehicle...
Mechanism of injury classifications
Many people in West Virginia are injured in accidents each year. You can divide these injuries into different groups based on the mechanism of injury, which can be defined as the method by which the trauma to the body occurred. Generally, doctors divide injuries into...
Health insurance and claims on car accident injuries
Automobile accidents could leave the victims suffering from injuries. Sometimes, those injuries may be severe and require extensive medical treatment. People with a West Virginia health insurance policy may wonder where their insurance coverage will pay their medical...
2021’s grim accident statistics
A review of accident statistics from 2021 shows an alarming increase in fatalities and injuries. West Virginia motorists need to be cautious on the road because one mistake could result in a crash. Unfortunately, even those who avoid any reckless behaviors behind the...