There are more than 200 bones in the human body, and several of them are at risk of a fracture during a crash. Some fractures are more serious than others; this depends heavily on the location of the break, the age of the victim, and other specific factors. There are cases in which a victim […]
The use of turn signals is very important to let drivers of other vehicles know that you intend to make a turn. This is something that is taught during driver’s ed, and it should be basic knowledge for all motorists, and especially those with licenses to operate commercial vehicles. Unfortunately, a growing number of drivers […]
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A corporate bankruptcy maneuver known as the “Texas Two-Step” is being used by a handful of companies to sidestep thousands of lawsuits totaling billions of dollars in damages without having to file for bankruptcy themselves. The strategy is simple: split the company into two separate entities, dump all of the liability from the lawsuits into […]
A Vietnam-era Huey helicopter crashed this week in the Kelly Mountain area along state Route 17 in Logan County, WV – killing six people. The helicopter accident attorneys at Bailey, Javins, and Carter are saddened by this news, but we stand with the residents of West Virginia, ready to help victims of such accidents collect […]
West Virginia has the sixth-largest transportation system in the nation. The state has nearly 39,000 miles of public roads, many of which run through winding, mountainous terrain. Our roads can get congested pretty quickly, especially with so many big rig trucks that travel the Mountain State every day. While it is generally considered safer to […]
Having been involved in a vehicle accident, one of the things you may need to do is to contact the insurance company of the negligent driver. Under the West Virginia personal injury laws, the individual or entity responsible for the accident is held liable to pay for any injuries and damages resulting from it. If […]
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Although facing the effects of a personal injury can seem overwhelming and almost impossible in the moment, there are ways to help cope with the physical and emotional toll that the injury takes: Get Your Immediate Family Involved Personal injuries are not only devastating for victims; they can adversely impact families in numerous ways as […]
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Trucks are a common sight on our roads. They are a vital cog in the US economy, responsible for moving more than 70% of all goods, employing more than 6% of the entire national workforce. Life as we know it would come to a standstill without the big rigs, tankers, and reefers plying across state […]
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According to the World Health Organization, tobacco kills more than 8 million people per year, and it remains one of the biggest health threats the world has ever faced. And although tobacco use has dropped among America’s teens in recent years, electronic cigarettes (aka “e-cigarettes”) has largely filled that void. E-cigarettes were first produced and […]
Excavation is an integral part of most major construction projects. Excavators are very powerful pieces of machinery, and they allow contractors to complete their projects more quickly and efficiently. Excavators can also be very dangerous, however, and if they are not used safely, they can cause serious injuries to construction workers. If you or someone […]
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Most Common Types of Bone Fractures
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.There are more than 200 bones in the human body, and several of them are at risk of a fracture during a crash. Some fractures are more serious than others; this depends heavily on the location of the break, the age of the victim, and other specific factors. There are cases in which a victim […]
Accidents Caused by Not Using Turn Signals
/by Bailey Javins and Carter, LCThe use of turn signals is very important to let drivers of other vehicles know that you intend to make a turn. This is something that is taught during driver’s ed, and it should be basic knowledge for all motorists, and especially those with licenses to operate commercial vehicles. Unfortunately, a growing number of drivers […]
Texas Two-Step Sets Dangerous Precedent for Injured Plaintiffs
/by Bailey, Javins & CarterA corporate bankruptcy maneuver known as the “Texas Two-Step” is being used by a handful of companies to sidestep thousands of lawsuits totaling billions of dollars in damages without having to file for bankruptcy themselves. The strategy is simple: split the company into two separate entities, dump all of the liability from the lawsuits into […]
Helicopter Crashes: Why Helicopters Are So Dangerous
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.A Vietnam-era Huey helicopter crashed this week in the Kelly Mountain area along state Route 17 in Logan County, WV – killing six people. The helicopter accident attorneys at Bailey, Javins, and Carter are saddened by this news, but we stand with the residents of West Virginia, ready to help victims of such accidents collect […]
Caution: Tire Blowouts While Passing Semi-Trucks Are Real
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.West Virginia has the sixth-largest transportation system in the nation. The state has nearly 39,000 miles of public roads, many of which run through winding, mountainous terrain. Our roads can get congested pretty quickly, especially with so many big rig trucks that travel the Mountain State every day. While it is generally considered safer to […]
When The Adjuster Won’t Return Your Calls After an Accident
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.Having been involved in a vehicle accident, one of the things you may need to do is to contact the insurance company of the negligent driver. Under the West Virginia personal injury laws, the individual or entity responsible for the accident is held liable to pay for any injuries and damages resulting from it. If […]
Tips for Coping with the Physical and Emotional Effects of an Injury
/by Bailey, Javins, and Carter LCAlthough facing the effects of a personal injury can seem overwhelming and almost impossible in the moment, there are ways to help cope with the physical and emotional toll that the injury takes: Get Your Immediate Family Involved Personal injuries are not only devastating for victims; they can adversely impact families in numerous ways as […]
Trucks Parked on the Side of the Road Can Lead to Increased Collisions
/by Bailey Javins Carter LCTrucks are a common sight on our roads. They are a vital cog in the US economy, responsible for moving more than 70% of all goods, employing more than 6% of the entire national workforce. Life as we know it would come to a standstill without the big rigs, tankers, and reefers plying across state […]
The Dangers of E-Cigarette Explosions and Vaping
/by Bailey, Javins & Carter, L.C.According to the World Health Organization, tobacco kills more than 8 million people per year, and it remains one of the biggest health threats the world has ever faced. And although tobacco use has dropped among America’s teens in recent years, electronic cigarettes (aka “e-cigarettes”) has largely filled that void. E-cigarettes were first produced and […]
Injuries from Excavators on a Construction Site
/by Bailey Javins & Carter, L.C.Excavation is an integral part of most major construction projects. Excavators are very powerful pieces of machinery, and they allow contractors to complete their projects more quickly and efficiently. Excavators can also be very dangerous, however, and if they are not used safely, they can cause serious injuries to construction workers. If you or someone […]