Car accidents are a common occurrence on our roads, and they can have a significant impact on the lives of those involved. When you're in a car accident due to someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and other losses. What’s...
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When popular weight-loss drugs do more harm than good
Weight loss medications have been a goal for pharmaceutical companies for years. Most people would very happily take a medication if it meant they could lose weight with minimal effort. In recent months, a trio of similar drugs have become incredibly popular. The...
Warning signs of a brain injury after a car crash
Most people will require a professional medical evaluation after a crash to either rule out or diagnose a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and obtain prompt treatment so that any condition that has developed doesn't get worse. A TBI could be the result of blunt force...
What happens after a hit-and-run crash in West Virginia?
Numerous rules apply in a motor vehicle collision scenario in West Virginia. The rule that requires the most immediate application after a crash is the reporting requirements imposed by West Virginia law. Any time a crash leads to someone getting hurt or causes at...
Common causes of semitruck crashes
Semitruck crashes can result in devastating consequences, affecting not just truck drivers but also other road users. The reasons for semitruck crashes can be multifaceted. They can range from human error to mechanical failures, each with risks and repercussions....
Who pays for a crash caused by a professional delivery driver?
Delivery drivers play a very important role in the modern economy. They allow retail businesses and restaurants to get goods directly to consumers very quickly. Delivery drivers allow bigger retail operations to maintain control over order fulfillment, particularly...
Who is liable when a delivery driver causes a crash?
Delivery drivers often feel a sense of pressure that leads to unsafe behaviors at the wheel. Those who conduct customer-facing deliveries, like grocery and pizza delivery professionals, recognize that faster deliveries often result in bigger gratuities. They might...
Understanding the different types of distracted driving
Distracted driving is a serious issue that affects drivers all over the country. It's an alarming problem that significantly contributes to accidents and fatalities on the road. These behaviors can be categorized into manual, visual and cognitive distractions....
Crisis-level fatalities caused by unbuckled vehicle occupants
Last summer, the annual “Click It or Ticket” campaign highlighted the need for drivers and passengers to buckle up. However, the latest awareness campaign comes in the shadow of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics revealing startling...
Comparative negligence in motorcycle crash cases
If you are hurt in a motorcycle accident while traveling in West Virginia, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries or financial loss. However, the size of your financial award may be reduced if there is reason to believe you acted negligently before or...