West Virginia readers know that the holidays are a time of year when there are more drivers on the road than usual. An increased number of drivers can lead to an increase in motor vehicle accidents, particularly those related to drunk driving. In an effort to...
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Year: 2015
Is a mild brain injury grounds for a personal injury claim?
When a person is injured in a car accident, the victim has the right to explore what legal options may be available. West Virginia victims may not know that a personal injury claim could be a viable option, especially if they are diagnosed with injuries that are...
Filing a personal injury claim after a work accident
When an individual is injured at work, it can be a complicated process to claim compensation for damages incurred. West Virginia residents have the right to file a workers' compensation claim for a work-related injury, but in some cases, it may be appropriate to file...
Lack of safety places miners at high risk for coal mine accidents
A mining executive was recently convicted of a misdemeanor with regard to his role in a tragedy that claimed the lives of 29 miners in West Virginia. This federal criminal conviction could mark a landmark change in accountability for mining companies and...
Personal injury claim an option after a slip-and-fall accident
When a person suffers physical harm due to the negligent or reckless actions of another person, that may be grounds for a civil claim against the liable party. This also includes incidents of slip-and-fall accidents in which people are harmed by dangerous...
Products liability claim an option if hurt by dangerous product
Manufacturers have a responsibility to produce products that are safe for consumers, with correct labels and clear warnings of possible hazards. However, not all manufacturers do this, marketing products that place innocent consumers at risk of injury or illness. In...
Slip-and-fall accident? Consider a personal injury claim.
When a person is injured in a slip-and-fall accident, it is easy to assume that the fall occurred because of a person's own negligence or clumsiness. However, it is important to consider external factors and how they may have played a role in the incident. If...
Fatalities in coal mine accidents lower than last year
Workers in West Virginia coal mines face dangerous situations on every shift. While most coal mine accidents are preventable, they continue to happen because worker safety is often compromised by the need for company profits and production. Every coal mining accident...
Liability for damages re drunk driving motor vehicle accidents
Determining who is responsible for damages sustained in a drunk driving accident can be a difficult process, especially if there may be multiple parties accountable. This is illustrated by a recent case in West Virginia where a woman brought lawsuits against...
How distracted driving causes motor vehicle accidents
It is no surprise to West Virginia readers that distracted driving is a serious problem. While texting is one of the most common types of distracted driving, there are other types of distraction that lead to an increased risk of motor vehicle accidents....