Let us say you sustained an injury in a car crash that required surgery and months of rehabilitation.The accident happened so quickly that you are not sure what caused it. You will not be in the dark for long. A thorough investigation of the crash scene will produce...
Motorcycle Accidents
Why motorcycles can be dangerous to ride
Those who ride motorcycles in West Virginia are more likely to be in an accident than those driving in a car. This is according to Insurance Institute for Highway Safety data from 2013. The study found that for every mile traveled, a motorcycle was 26 times more...
Motorcycle stunt riders cause road hazards
Stunt riding, one of the latest trends in motorcycle sports, appeals to a new generation of motorcycle enthusiasts. Riders use dirt bikes, or they buy sports bikes designed with enhanced power to weight ratios.Automobile design has increased power while decreasing...
How to plan for a winter motorcycle ride
Taking a motorcycle ride through West Virginia during the winter months can be both exciting and dangerous at the same time. With proper planning, however, it may be possible to mitigate some of the dangers. It is generally not a good idea to ride a motorcycle on...
Steps to take following a collision on a motorcycle
While no one expects to be in a motorcycle accident, there are some steps that need to be taken after a crash in West Virginia. First, it is essential to check on the condition of those involved in the accident. Regardless of if anyone is injured in the wreck, it is a...
What to know about motorcycle tires
When done safely, riding a motorcycle on West Virginia roads can be an enjoyable experience. To ensure that a person rides safely, it is important to check the tires prior to using a motorcycle. The safety check should look for any objects in the tire as well as...
Criminal charges possible in West Virginia motorcyclist death
Accident investigators have determined that a truck crossed the center line while going through a curve and struck a motorcycle head-on in a crash that left a 77-year-old man dead in Kanawha County. State police troopers reported that the victim had been driving his...
2 things to consider when dealing with a motorcycle accident
Warmer weather and longer days mean more West Virginia motorcyclists on the roads. As excited as you may be at the thought of bringing your chopper out of the garage, it is important for you to understand the dangers you face when riding. Motorcycle accidents are...
The controversy over lane-splitting
Drivers and motorcyclists in West Virginia may be aware that lane-splitting is technically not allowed in the Mountain State. In 2016, California legalized the maneuver whereby motorcyclists can travel between lanes, and it is currently the only state to have done so....
Motorcyclist sues GM over self-driving car accident
Can a robot be negligent? A suit out of California may find an answer.As multiple auto manufacturers race to be the first company to mass-produce self-driving cars, a recent accident case out of California may throw a wrench into the cars’ legal standing. The...