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How To Share Road With A Semi Truck In Unpredictable Weather

It’s no surprise that the weather in West Virginia can be very unpredictable in the upcoming months. West Virginians can start the day with a little bit of rain, sunshine at lunch, and by the time you are heading home from work, there are already a couple of inches of snow on the ground. While

Can I Hold An Out-Of-State Tractor Trailer Responsible?

West Virginia has 549 miles of interstate and 37,277 miles of public roads. Commercial truck drivers from all over the country use these roads to deliver goods and take others away, driving our local economy. Unfortunately, this activity also leads to fatalities and injury. Around 5,000 trucks are involved in fatal traffic collisions each year,

Hit and Run Accident

Auto insurance is proof that a driver can afford to pay for the costs of an injured victim’s medical bills and property repairs after causing a crash. In West Virginia, all drivers must carry minimum amounts of liability insurance for bodily injuries, property damages and uninsured motorist accidents. If the other driver did not give

The National Trial Lawyers Announces the Re-Selection of Laura Davis

The National Trial Lawyers Announces the Re-Selection of Laura Davis as a Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyer in West Virginia After One Year For Immediate Release The National Trial Lawyers is pleased to announce that Laura Davis of Manchin Ferretti in Martinsburg has been re-selected as a Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyer in

US 340 Bring Safety Concerns to Jefferson County

According to the Jefferson County Development Authority, the population of Jefferson County has increased by 30% since 2000 and is projected to double that over the next ten years. This growth makes Jefferson County part of the largest growing area in the state of West Virginia. Jefferson County’s location and the affordability of living there are

Don’t Wreck Your Case on Social Media

There is one thing you must understand about social media; anything you post is now public record. Almost anyone can use social media for anything, and if you can understand the privacy settings, you can limit the reach, but you can’t stop it if someone is determined to find out more about you.  Here are

Holiday Season Safety

Our West Virginia personal injury lawyers know the holiday season is a busy time for hospitals and emergency rooms. As people hurry to Christmas shop, deck the halls, and celebrate the season, they often forget to prioritize personal safety. Preventing personal injuries this time of year takes awareness of some of the most common safety

7 Safety Tips When Driving with a Baby on Board

It is not uncommon to worry about the safety of your baby when driving, especially with new parents. However, the inevitable anxiety can quickly interfere with your driving skills. To help make sure your baby is as safe and protected as possible, here are 7 safety tips that will help your drive safely and worry

The Hidden Damages in Personal Injury Claims

By: Joseph R. Ferretti, Attorney, Manchin Ferretti In lecturing to other attorneys or discussing potential claims with a prospective client I often hear how those who wish to pursue a personal injury claim are afraid of a stigma attached to those who are injured and desire compensation.  More often than not the prospective client will