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Filing a Complaint Against the Trucking Company

Complaint Against the Trucking Company

The last thing you expect when you are on the roadway is that you will end up operating around an unsafe commercial truck. These vehicles are incredibly heavy and much larger than a traditional vehicle. It can be nerve-wracking driving around a semi-truck or another large commercial vehicle. However, what happens if you witness negligent

What is Post-Concussion Syndrome?

Concussions are a form of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Though a concussion may not be considered a major brain injury, the reality is that there are various long-term effects of concussions that can cause serious problems. According to data available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we know that there are around

West Virginia Crosswalk Laws: Ensuring Pedestrian Safety

Pedestrian using marked crosswalk safely

Crosswalks are essential for pedestrian safety, especially in busy areas where vehicles and pedestrians interact. In West Virginia, understanding crosswalk laws is crucial for both drivers and pedestrians to prevent accidents and injuries. As much as we rely on road infrastructure for safety, ultimately, it’s a team effort. Pedestrians and drivers must each do their

Types of Burn Injuries

Burn injuries often result in significant pain and suffering for victims. Additionally, these injuries can lead to scarring and disfigurement that serve as a constant reminder of what happened. Our burn injury attorneys know there are various ways that burn injuries can occur in Martinsburg, West Virginia. This can include vehicle accidents, industrial incidents, exposed

West Virginia Lemon Law

Anytime a person purchases a vehicle in West Virginia, they expect it to work as advertised. However, there are times when new vehicles have defects that cannot be fixed. When this occurs, consumers may qualify for various types of compensation under the West Virginia Lemon Law. Here, we want to discuss how the West Virginia

What is the Discovery Process?

If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another individual, business, or entity, you will likely be able to recover compensation for your losses. However, securing this compensation can be challenging, particularly when dealing with aggressive insurance carriers and at-fault parties. If a personal injury

What is a Secondary Brain Injury?

Brain injuries can be devastating for victims. Additionally, family members of brain injury victims often undergo extensive life changes that could cost a significant amount of money. However, most people do not realize that there are a few types of brain injuries that can occur. We often hear brain injuries referred to as either “primary”

Recovering Damages for Whiplash

Whiplash is one of the most common types of injuries that occur in a vehicle accident. However, just because this type of injury is common does not mean that it should be taken any less seriously than other injuries. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for whiplash to lead to significant expenses for victims, particularly if

Spoliation of Evidence in West Virginia: What You Need to Know

WV evidence spoliation legal overview

Evidence is the backbone of any court case, whether criminal or civil. In West Virginia, preserving evidence is crucial for ensuring a fair trial. Unfortunately, there are times when evidence is destroyed, altered, or disappears before it can be used in litigation. This act is called “spoliation of evidence,” and it can have serious legal

What is a Staged Car Accident?

Vehicle accidents are not uncommon throughout the state of West Virginia. Each year, thousands of people are injured, and many lose their lives as a result of vehicle collisions in this state. In general, most vehicle collisions are the result of the careless or negligent actions of one or more drivers. However, there are also