Charleston Personal Injury Law Blog
Driving classes can make you a better driver at any age
Most of us take driver’s education as teens when we first get a driver’s license, and that’s the last driver’s ed we ever have. We don’t see the need to refresh our skills because we’re out there getting real world driving experience just about every day. However,...
How many drivers out there don’t have insurance?
Drivers are supposed to have insurance in case they get involved in an accident. You may assume that every driver around you on the road has at least a minimal policy, and there are times you may be right. However, the truth is that many drivers do not carry...
Severe injuries are more common in motorcycle crashes
Motorcycle crashes often lead to devastating injuries for riders, even when the best protective equipment is worn. There is no question that a motorcyclist is more likely to suffer severe injuries in a crash than occupants of other motor vehicles. To illustrate these...
Could emergency response lead to more truck accidents?
In West Virginia and across the country, daily life is drastically different than it was just a few short weeks ago. Most places have new regulations that require residents to spend a lot of time at home, and only go out to purchase essential goods or to...
Underage drunk drivers a serious threat
West Virginia drivers are educated about the dangers of drinking and driving from an early age. Getting behind the wheel while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is both risky and illegal. Still, drunk drivers continue to cause injury and death, and a recent...
What should you know about trucker fatigue?
With very few exceptions, such as the targeted relaxation of these laws by President Trump this year, the Hours of Service regulations provide limits to how long truckers can drive. Those who are hauling goods are normally limited to no more than 11 hours behind the...
Traumatic brain injury victims often misunderstood
In the past few years, important research has led to a better understanding of certain injuries that affect thousands of people nationwide. West Virginia residents who have suffered a traumatic brain injury may be among those that feel like they are often...
Distracted driving and car accidents
These days, people may find themselves becoming easily distracted. West Virginia residents may be contending with the closure of schools and businesses, or they may have trouble locating certain items in the grocery store. It's good to stay on top of the latest news...
Victim shares insight on motorcycle accidents
For many people, riding a motorcycle is more than a method of transportation. Enthusiasts often describe the experience as something almost therapeutic. West Virginia riders are fortunate to have miles of beautiful roadways through picturesque landscapes to enjoy....
Common substance contributing to truck accidents?
West Virginia drivers are used to sharing the road with big commercial trucks. Several major interstates run through West Virginia, and tractor-trailer trucks are one of the primary ways goods are shipped across the nation. Especially at highway speeds, these...