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Many West Virginians look forward to hunting season every fall. And for good reason. Heading to the woods to hunt is a tradition in our state. It’s also an important part of our culture.  But hunting season is also an important time to focus on safety, whether you are in the woods with your hunting…

West Virginia imposes specific requirements on how dark or reflective window film can be on vehicles. Key Legal Requirements on Window Tint Visible Light Transmission (VLT) Visible Light Transmission (VLT) measures how much light passes through the tinted window. West Virginia includes VLT limits in its window tint law to ensure drivers maintain clear visibility…

Hiring a Charleston car accident lawyer is more affordable than you might think. At Tiano O’Dell, with a contingency fee arrangement, clients do not pay upfront and only owe attorney’s fees if the lawyer successfully recovers compensation. What is a Contingency Fee? A contingency fee means the lawyer’s payment depends on the outcome of the…

In West Virginia, only the personal representative of the deceased’s estate can file a wrongful death lawsuit, but multiple family members and dependents may recover compensation. The Personal Representative Files the Claim The personal representative of the deceased person’s estate may be named in the deceased’s will or appointed by the court if no will…

Sissonville, WV (July 6, 2025) – There were reported injuries following a car accident in the Sissonville area on Sunday, July 6. The incident was reported at the intersection of Sundance Lane and Sissonville Drive early that afternoon at around 1:59 p.m. At least one person involved in the accident was hurt. The injured parties…

Charleston, WV (July 5, 2025) – On Friday, July 4, there were reported injuries after a car accident in the Charleston area. The crash was reported early that afternoon at around 2:31 p.m. at the 6414 block of MacCorkle Avenue. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a…

Cross Lanes, WV (July 5, 2025) – On Saturday, July 5, there were reported injuries after a car crash in the Cross Lanes area. The accident was reported early that morning at around 1:20 a.m. at the 5293 block of Doc Bailey Road. At least one person involved in the crash sustained injuries, and emergency…

South Charleston, WV (July 4, 2025) – At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of an auto-pedestrian crash in the South Charleston area on Thursday, July 3. The crash occurred at the 610 block of Chestnut Street that afternoon at around 1:27 p.m. The victim was traveling on foot when they were hit…

Sissonville, WV (July 4, 2025) – At least one person was hurt after a car accident in the Sissonville area on Thursday, July 3. The collision occurred late that night at around 7:25 p.m. at the corner of William Way and Martins Branch Road. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, and emergency responders were…

S Charleston, WV (July 3, 2025) – On Wednesday, July 2, injuries were reported after a car accident in the South Charleston area. The crash was reported early that morning at around 10:09 a.m. at the intersection of MacCorkle Avenue SW and Kenna Drive. Two vehicles were reportedly involved in the crash.  The injured parties…