Charleston, WV (May 18, 2025) – On Sunday, May 18, there were confirmed injuries following a traffic accident in the Charleston area. The crash took place at the crossing of Dickinson Street and Virginia Street E. early that afternoon at around 12:02 p.m. Two vehicles reportedly collided at the scene.
At least one person involved in the collision was hurt. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. Emergency crews were dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later transferred to nearby hospitals for further treatment. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
West Virginia Car Crashes
A car accident can drastically alter your life, leaving you with escalating debts and deteriorating injuries that you are ill-prepared to handle independently. Car crashes continue to be the leading cause of death and serious injury on American roads, including right here in West Virginia. This assertion is backed up by the latest statistics. Recent data shows that West Virginia has a much higher rate of car crash deaths than the national average. In 2020, there were 267 reported deaths, which is significantly more than the national average. Many of these deaths were due to speeding and driving under the influence of alcohol.
No matter what caused your crash, you may be able to pursue a full and fair recovery by working closely with a diligent team of trained lawyers. Working closely with a competent lawyer from Tiano O’Dell is often the most effective way to recover the full compensation you are owed after a life-changing auto accident.
You would rather not find yourself fighting alone after a life-changing car accident. There is too much at stake when pursuing a personal injury claim. Instead, you should partner with a competent team of Charleston car accident lawyers to get the most out of your case. Contact our staff at Tiano O’Dell today at (304) 720-6700. We are here to answer any questions that you have during a free, no-obligation consultation.
Note: This post was written for informational purposes only. This post is based on information from secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the accident details. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC so we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.
Disclaimer: This post is not intended to solicit business. The information provided should not be interpreted as medical or legal advice. The photo included in this post does not depict the actual accident scene.
