From the financial toll of a motorcycle wreck to the debilitating pain that comes with an injury, motorcycle crash victims often have many challenges to face. However, some are less visible, at least to others. The emotional toll of these collisions can be unbearable,...
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Monongalia County pothole results in motorcycle accident
Because of some poorly maintained public roads, a motorist in West Virginia may not need to travel far from home to experience a catastrophic accident. The local government or its entities, however, may face legal action for injuries that are a direct result of...
What can I do to avoid a motorcycle accident?
The last days of being able to whip down the street on your motorcycle are coming to an end, but that does not mean you can let safety slide. While you cannot make other drivers pay more attention or drive safer around you, you can do your part to keep yourself as...
What are some facts about motorcycle accidents in West Virginia?
Summer is in full swing, which means there are many motorcycles on the roads in West Virginia. It is important for motorcyclists to drive safely and obey laws, but it is equally important for other vehicles on the road to watch out for them. It is too easy to overlook...
Jury awards $7.6M to family of 20-year-old killed by drunk driver
The MetroNews reported on a civil action filed by a West Virginia father against a drunk driver who killed his 20-year-old daughter while she was walking in Morgantown. A Monongalia County jury was informed that there was no limit in deciding how much money to award...
Is it too late to file a car accident claim?
After a car accident, many people do not file a lawsuit right away. In West Virginia, there is a statute of limitations when filing a car accident claim. You cannot wait too long to file a personal injury claim. According to the West Virginia Legislature, for property...
Study shows motorists continue to cause motorcycle accidents
Defensive riding is one of the most important things a motorcyclist in West Virginia can learn. The comprehensive Motorcycle Crash Causation Study by the Federal Highway Administration reveals that 63% of motorcycle crashes involved another vehicle, and 51% of crashes...
1 injured in semitruck accident
Drivers in West Virginia may feel understandably on edge when driving near semitrucks and other large vehicles. After all, these types of motor vehicles can cause serious injuries in accidents, and fatigue among truck drivers is a common issue. However, it is not...
Driver pleads guilty for deadly car accident
Losing a loved one in a fatal accident is a devastating experience. For some West Virginia families, seeing the person responsible for the wreck held criminally accountable can be an important part of the grieving process. While not all drivers face criminal charges...
3 common contributing factors in rollover accidents
When a vehicle rolls over during a car accident, most West Virginia residents immediately understand the severity of the situation. After all, vehicles are supposed to operate with their tires planted firmly on the ground, and when a vehicle overturns or rolls...


