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If I Wasn’t Wearing A Helmet, Can I Still Be Compensated?

It is no secret that motorcycle helmets can prevent severe head and brain injuries in the event a collision occurs. That is why the state of West Virginia has strict motorcycle helmet laws in place. However, will the failure to wear a motorcycle helmet affect an injured motorcyclist’s ability to recover compensation after an accident?

Social Media Abuse: A New Form of Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing home abuse should never occur. Unfortunately, there are times when nursing home residents suffer from various types of abuse in West Virginia, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, financial abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect. However, as technology becomes more and more integrated into the daily lives of every age group, a new type of elder

How to Report Nursing Home Abuse in West Virginia

The abuse of residents inside nursing homes is abhorrent and should never occur. However, this type of abuse does occur in West Virginia and throughout the US. Anytime nursing home abuse has occurred or is suspected, it needs to be reported. This can include reports directly from the abuse victim or their friends or family

Where Do Most Car Accidents Occur?

Vehicle accidents are not uncommon on the roadways throughout West Virginia. Unfortunately, thousands of individuals sustain injuries each year in crashes throughout this state, and hundreds lose their lives as a result of vehicle accidents. However, most people do not take the time to actually look at where most car accidents occur. As we go

Do I Need an Attorney for a Minor Car Accident?

Vehicle accidents occur regularly in West Virginia. In many cases, these accidents lead to severe injuries for those involved. However, there are times when minor car accidents occur, leaving drivers wondering whether or not they should even bother reporting the incident, much less contact a car accident attorney. However, minor car accidents can lead to

What to Exchange in an Accident

If you or somebody you care about has been injured or sustained property damage in a vehicle accident that was caused by the careless or negligent actions of someone else, you should be entitled to various types of compensation. However, recovering compensation can be challenging. Here, our car accident lawyers want to discuss what types

Types of Car Accidents

Vehicle accidents can be terrifying experiences for those involved, and they can lead to significant injuries and substantial property damage. Vehicle accidents can occur in a wide variety of ways. Typically, investigations discover that crashes are caused by the careless or negligent actions of one or more drivers. However, there are various types of car

What is an Underride Accident?

We have all driven around larger commercial trucks on the roadway. Even though the vast majority of these vehicles are safe, there are times when horrific accidents occur. One of the most dangerous and deadly types of crashes that can occur involving a large truck is called an “underride accident.” Underride truck accidents occur when

What is an Override Accident?

The last thing any person expects is that they will be involved in an accident with a large commercial truck. Even though the vast majority of these vehicles are very safe, there are times when accidents do occur. One of the most terrifying types of crashes that can occur involving a large truck is called

West Virginia Trucking Laws

Large commercial trucks are the lifeblood of the West Virginia economy. Not only do these vehicles deliver goods throughout the state, but they also do so throughout the US. In general, we will find that large commercial trucks are strictly regulated by both federal and state laws. Most states adopt the same types of regulations