A new study is examining a method to improve the diagnosis and treatment of traumatic brain injuries. A recent study is currently focusing on using biomarkers to help in diagnosis and treatment of traumatic brain injuries. Biomarkers are defined as medical signs that...
West Virginia motorcyclists who are involved in crashes may suffer serious injuries or death, but there are things they can do to help ensure their safety. As the temperatures warm up across West Virginia, more and more people will hit the roads on their motorcycles....
Understanding West Virginia’s comparative fault statute is imperative for anyone involved in a personal injury lawsuit. Picture two vehicles approaching an intersection in West Virginia. A red car is going to go through a green light, though the driver is speeding and...
West Virginia residents should learn about some of the complexities surrounding self-driving cars and how safe they really are or can be. West Virginia experienced over 300 vehicular fatalities every year from 2010 through 2013 according to records from the National...
Seat belts aren’t just a good idea in West Virginia. They’re required by law, and ignoring that requirement can cost you money, your safety or both. You need to know exactly what the law says, who it covers, the very limited exceptions that exist and what happens if...
Birth injuries can have a great impact on a mother and child's life. In some cases, these injuries are the result of another's negligence. The term birth injury is a broad one that can include injuries to a mother or child that occur during childbirth. A medical...
An alarming study has found the real risks of driving while drowsy, a behavior that kills hundreds of people every year. People in West Virginia are likely all too familiar with the risks of drinking alcohol and then getting behind the wheel. Serious and fatal...
Even drivers with a blood alcohol level below the legal limit can still endanger the lives of others on the road with them. Driving with a blood alcohol content level of 0.08 or higher is considered a crime associated with severe penalties in West Virginia and in all...
New research shows that fewer Americans may actually be willing to trust or ride in fully autonomous vehicles. As companies in both the automotive and technology sectors seem to race to develop autonomous vehicles, West Virginia residents like their counterparts...
Creating a routine, trying new things and relying on a support system can help a person cope after suffering from a traumatic brain injury. Residents in West Virginia can suffer from a traumatic brain injury after a bump on the head or a major fall. According to the...