Charleston Personal Injury Law Blog
How drivers, especially teens, can avoid distractions
Drivers in West Virginia and across the U.S. are seemingly becoming more and more prone to distraction. Whatever the reasons for this, it is clear that younger drivers in particular need to be on their guard against distractions. In a survey from The Zebra, 38% of...
Report calls for updating of NHTSA’s car safety rating system
Newer vehicles may not be as safe as West Virginia residents think. The reason, according to one critical report, is that the current five-star safety rating system employed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is outdated. This rating system was...
Study lists worst 10 cities for car accidents in 2019
A nonprofit called Go Safe Labs has ranked 10 cities with the highest number of auto accidents in 2019. The nonprofit also came up with a list of the 10 most accident-prone "hotspots" in the U.S., so drivers in West Virginia may want to read on.Researchers noted that...
Dangers of being an in-vehicle fallback test driver
Drivers in West Virginia who are following the developments in self-driving vehicle technology should know that many automakers are hiring individuals to be in-vehicle fallback test drivers for AI-driven cars. What these people sounds simple and perhaps even enviable:...
TBIs: different types and treatments
Brain injuries that disrupt normal brain functions are called traumatic brain injuries, and they can be caused when the brain receives a blow, is jolted around or is penetrated. West Virginia residents who know someone who has incurred a TBI should know about the...
Spinal cord injury: From the scene to the emergency room
If you suffer a spinal cord injury, such as in a serious motor vehicle accident, it's critical to receive immediate medical treatment as to stabilize your condition and improve the likelihood of making a recovery.Despite advancements in the treatment of spinal cord...
Determining who was at fault in a multi-car crash
Car crash victims in West Virginia must determine fault before they consider filing a claim against the driver they believe was responsible. It's a difficult process, especially when victims were involved in a multi-vehicle collision. There are a few ways fault could...
West Virginia motorcycle helmet bill runs out of time
Motorcyclists and their passengers are required to wear a helmet in West Virginia, but that would have changed if bills recently introduced in both the Senate and the House had been passed and signed into law by Gov. Jim Justice. Senate Bill 153 and House Bill 2070...
How blue light can heal patients with concussions
Researchers at the University of Arizona believe they have found an effective treatment for mild traumatic brain injuries, also known as concussions. West Virginia residents should know that there are few treatments for mTBIs besides medicinal methods. They may be...
A truck’s black box may be invaluable after a crash
If you routinely travel in or around Charleston, you know how popular the area is for commercial truckers. After all, Interstates 64, 77 and 79 are major thoroughfares. While truck drivers perform an essential function, truck accidents may put your life in...