Category Archives: General
How to Report Medical Malpractice in West Virginia
Medical malpractice claims are among the most complex and involved types of personal injury matters. There are different time limits for filing, administrative requirements, evidentiary requirements, and additional legal steps to take to preserve the right to bring a medical malpractice lawsuit. Below, we discuss how to report an instance of medical malpractice to… Read More »
How to Prove Medical Malpractice
Most of us are not medical experts. When we have an injury or illness, we depend on medical professionals to tell us what to do. We expect that they will conduct the appropriate tests, come up with a proper diagnosis, and suggest an effective treatment. When doctors do not act in patients’ best interests,… Read More »
How Can Construction Accidents Be Prevented?
Construction is a dangerous business. Construction has the highest rate of fatal workplace accidents across all industries. Every year, hundreds of thousands of construction workers are injured or killed. Many of these accidents are preventable. Below, we discuss some of the ways in which a construction company can protect its workers and prevent unnecessary… Read More »
Teen Killed in Fatal Kanawha County Crash
Tragedy struck on a recent Wednesday when a 13-year-old girl from Sandyville died in a fatal car crash. The accident is a reminder of the added dangers of driving during the winter season, especially during the holidays. Continue reading to learn more about the crash. If you or someone you love was hurt or… Read More »
What Are Common Hazards in a Construction Site?
Construction is a dangerous industry. Nationally, construction has the highest rate of fatal workplace injuries in all industries. Hundreds of thousands of construction workers are injured or killed across the country every year. Below, we discuss some of the most common hazards facing construction workers in West Virginia. If you or someone you care… Read More »
Who is Liable in a Truck Accident?
Accidents involving tractor-trailers, semi-trailers, eighteen-wheelers, and other large trucks are more likely to be catastrophic than accidents involving passenger cars. Trucks are massive vehicles, sometimes carrying loose cargo or hazardous materials, and all of these factors can lead to a more serious crash. Truck accident claims, in turn, can be more complex than typical… Read More »
Is Lane Splitting Legal in West Virginia?
Riding a motorcycle carries many advantages. Motorcycles are cheaper than passenger cars, they tend to be more fuel-efficient, and they are generally better for the environment. They are also significantly more dangerous, especially when overly-aggressive motorcycle riders engage in dangerous maneuvers to beat the traffic or simply for fun. One such maneuver is known… Read More »
Charles Town Woman Killed in Motorcycle-Truck Accident
Although West Virginians are subject to state and local shelter-in-place orders, people are still driving when necessary. And though we’d expect less traffic, the rate of traffic accidents has remained relatively steady. Recently, an unfortunate accident involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck took the life of a woman in Jefferson County. Continue reading… Read More »
How to Avoid Being Hit by a Drunk Driver
Drunk driving remains one of the biggest dangers on the road today. Unfortunately, despite legislators passing harsher DUI laws and police departments establishing checkpoints, intoxicated driving persists. If you are driving in West Virginia, there are precautions you can take to help protect yourself and your family against the dangers of drunk driving. Read… Read More »
Most Common Construction Accidents
Construction is one of the most dangerous industries for workers. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), over 20 percent of workplace fatalities happen in construction, representing over 1,000 deaths in 2018. Thousands more suffer serious injury each year. Below, we review some of the most common construction accidents and injuries. Contact… Read More »