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ATV Laws in West Virginia

Now that spring is starting to heat up, it’s time for us to get outdoors and enjoy some time exploring all that West Virginia has to offer. All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) become more popular this time of year, but do you know all the rules regarding their operation? We’ve compiled this guide so you can use…

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How to File a Construction Injury Claim

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration reports that out of 4,379 worker fatalities in the year 2015, 21.4% (937) occurred in the construction industry. Construction is a highly dangerous industry in which workers have to operate heavy machinery, work from great heights, handle toxic chemicals, and work with electricity. Fatal and nonfatal construction injuries…

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Who Is Liable If I Slip and Fall on a Public Sidewalk in West Virginia?

Slipping and falling on a public sidewalk can lead to serious injuries, including: Head injuries Back injuries Neck injuries Ankle and foot injuries Wrist and hand injuries These injuries can be painful, debilitating, and expensive. For this reason, it is imperative that you understand how your sidewalk slip and fall accident took place, who was…

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Drug Companies Pay West Virginia $36 Million over Painkiller Lawsuits

West Virginia, the state with the highest rate of prescription drug overdoses in the country, has just settled two multi-million dollar lawsuits with prescription drug distributors. On December 28, 2016, the state’s largest and third-largest prescription drug distributors, Cardinal Health and AmerisourceBergen, will pay the state $20 million and $16 million respectively. The settlement, which…

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What Are West Virginia’s Distracted Driving Laws?

Distracted driving has existed since automobiles were invented, but the issue of distracted driving has become a more serious problem in recent years, especially since the introduction of mobile devices into our everyday lives. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, an estimated 660,000 drivers are either using cell phones or other communication…

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