West Virginia residents who are injured in a car accident caused by the negligence of another driver might also suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of the accident. However, they might also face a challenge in obtaining compensation for their PTSD...
Month: April 2017
Traumatic brain injury symptoms
A traumatic brain injury can occur when a West Virginia resident suffers a sports injury, becomes involved in a car accident or even falls. These blows to the head can range in severity. Even mild traumatic brain injuries can have serious side effects, though the...
Evidence that can help with car accident claims
Whenever an auto accident occurs in which there are injuries, and a West Virginia victim wishes to pursue damages via a lawsuit, a few elements are needed to support the claim. One is the factor of negligence, and the other is that the victim was harmed as a result....
When a driver causes a tailgating car accident
In West Virginia, motorists who cause a car accident after tailgating the vehicle in front of them may be held liable for any resulting injuries or damages. This is because drivers are responsible for maintaining a safe distance behind the vehicle in front of them so...
Who is liable for a dog attack?
West Virginia residents who own dogs may be interested to learn that over the course of 2016, there were approximately 18,000 dog bite claims that were filed around the country against homeowners. This represents an approximate 20 percent increase over a 10-year...
Getting hurt in a big-box store in West Virginia
While it is common for large retailers to be sued by people who are injured in their stores, Walmart tops the list of big-box establishments that face the most lawsuits due to individuals getting injured at their locations. It is estimated that 13 lawsuits are filed...
Liability and injuries during spring break
Each year, many West Virginia college students take part in spring break. If they are injured, it is important that they know about their legal options.Vacationers who are victims of violent crimes may have legal recourse to pursue damages. For example, if an attendee...
West Virginia police say drug use caused multi-vehicle crash
Police in West Virginia say that a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 64 on the morning of April 7 that sent three people to the hospital was caused by a driver who was under the influence of heroin at the time. Wayne County prosecutors have been made aware of the...
Majority of fatal large truck crashes occur on rural roads
West Virginia commercial truck drivers face challenges when navigating heavy traffic, but rural roads appear to present the greatest hazards. According to a report from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 60 percent of fatal truck accidents happened on...
Distracted driving on the rise
As the number of distracted drivers grows, West Virginia motorists might need to start driving more defensively in anticipation of these distractions. In 2015 and 2016, the number of traffic fatalities around the country were up significantly after several years of...