Medical malpractice is defined as when a hospital, doctor, or another healthcare professional, through a negligent act or omission, causes an injury to a patient. According to researchers at Johns Hopkins, 400,000 people die each year in the United States … Continue reading
Distracted driving is a leading cause of vehicle accidents in and around Charleston, West Virginia. A rising trend causing concern among traffic safety experts is drivers wearing headphones while operating on the roadway. With the advances in wireless headphone technology, … Continue reading
If you or somebody you care about sustained an injury due to the negligent actions of another party, you should be able to recover compensation. However, aggressive insurance carriers and at-fault parties never want to pay out large settlements and … Continue reading
We should not have to worry about the safety of ourselves and our loved ones when we visit an establishment, storefront, park, apartment complex, or any other public property. Sometimes, criminal acts, due to location, lighting, past occurrences, and the … Continue reading
If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of somebody else, you may be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, you should be ready for the at-fault party to … Continue reading
Car accidents occur all the time on West Virginia roads. Often, these crashes involve only one or two vehicles. However, sometimes more than two vehicles are involved in a collision, which can complicate the situation when it comes to securing … Continue reading
When you get in your vehicle for a trip out of state, the last thing on your mind is that you may be involved in an accident. However, West Virginia residents get into accidents in other states all the time, … Continue reading
Pedestrian safety is paramount in all jurisdictions throughout West Virginia. In general, pedestrians have significant rights of way throughout the state. Here, we want to give a brief overview of pedestrian laws in West Virginia so that both drivers and … Continue reading
Liability waivers are used frequently by businesses and property owners to avoid facing personal injury lawsuits if someone sustains an injury on their property. There are certainly times when waivers are warranted, but there are also times when waivers are … Continue reading
The last thing anybody expects is to sustain an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of somebody else. Unfortunately, personal injuries are common. What makes this problem even worse in West Virginia is that we have the highest … Continue reading
The only way to be certain about whether you have a personal injury case is to talk to an experienced accident...READ MORE
Compensation for your injuries depends on several factors, including the extent of your injuries, physical...READ MORE
Before accepting a settlement, it is always in your best interest to consult an attorney. Adjusters work for...READ MORE
Many injury claims can be settled for their full value through negotiation, mediation or arbitration, without...READ MORE
You should consult an attorney as soon as possible after being injured. In most cases there is a time limit for...READ MORE
The success of personal injury attorneys is based on several factors, including education, legal skill...READ MORE
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