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Car Accidents and the Holidays

Car Accidents and the Holidays The holidays are upon us, and this is what the famous song refers to as the “most wonderful time of the year.” The holidays are a wonderful time in which we look forward to spending some relaxing days catching up with close family and friends. But with all those get-togethers […]

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What Should I do Immediately After Being Injured at Work?

Workplace injuries are more common than most people think. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were approximately 2.9 million non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2016, the most recent year on record. In addition, there were 5190 work-related fatalities, the highest since 2008. Being injured on the job is an unsettling experience, […]

Read More »

West Virginia Supreme Court Rejects Coal Workers’ Black Lung Disease Claims

Coal workers with black lung disease might be among the first casualties of the recent chaos at the West Virginia Supreme Court. Last year, a TV investigative report uncovered lavish spending on the private offices of the justices, to the tune of $3.9 million. Examples included a $32,000 sofa, $1,700 throw pillows, and $16,000 for […]

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What Should I Do Immediately after a Hunting Accident?

Hunting season is coming up, and this means millions of West Virginians will soon be out braving the elements to pursue all types of game. We hunt to bond with family and friends, to enjoy the great outdoors, and to (hopefully) bag some game to bring home and cook up. And when we go out, […]

Read More »

Who is Responsible for Accidents in Limousines?

Earlier this month, 20 people were killed in upstate New York when a limousine barreled through a T-intersection and crashed into an unoccupied vehicle. The crash killed all 18 occupants of the limousine (including the driver) and two nearby pedestrians, making it the worst tragedy in the United States in nearly a decade. The crash […]

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5 Ways to Speed up Your Recovery after a Car Accident

Being involved in an auto accident can be an unsettling experience. The accident can cause ongoing physical pain that is not always easy to detect. In fact, sometimes you may not notice the pain until you start doing certain activities. Over time, however, the extent of your injuries becomes more evident. Recovering from a car […]

Read More »

Caring for a Loved One with a Traumatic Brain Injury

There are roughly 2.5 million hospitalizations and visits to the emergency room each year for traumatic brain injury (TBI), and more than 5 million Americans are living with a TBI-related disability. When someone suffers from a TBI-related injury, it affects everyone around them. Loved ones are suddenly called upon to become caregivers, and most do […]

Read More »

The Hazards of Working as a Power Lineman after a Hurricane

It’s hurricane season again, and with that comes wind, rain and destruction. The devastation caused by these tropical systems can be measured in many ways: the loss of human lives, the toll the storms take on first responders, the financial impact of recovering from the storm and the hard work of those responsible for helping […]

Read More »

The Dangers of Working as an Electric Power Lineman

Electric power and cable linemen have one of the most dangerous jobs in America. They are routinely asked to work in high places with power lines that carry large amounts of electricity. On new construction projects, they are the ones building or upgrading the lines to meet codes and specifications. When bad weather hits and […]

Read More »

5 Common Causes of Brain Injuries

Brain injuries are a major cause of death and disability in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that traumatic brain injury (TBI) contributes to roughly 30% of all injury-related fatalities. The CDC report goes on to say that more than 150 people die from TBI every single day. In […]

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How Difficult is it To Recover Damages After a Car Accident in West Virginia?

You are out enjoying a relaxing and scenic drive on a sunny West Virginia day, when another vehicle crashes into yours. Your car is totaled, and you also suffer some injuries. After visiting the doctor, you find out that your injuries are more serious than you initially thought. You are experiencing severe physical pain, and […]

Read More »

5 Common Construction Accident Injuries

Construction sites are some of the most dangerous places to work. Because of the heavy machinery, debris, and working conditions present, construction site workers are at a higher risk of injury than most other occupations. The Centers for Disease Control reports that nearly 10 percent of the millions of workplace injuries each year happen on […]

Read More »

Common Challenges in a Product Liability Case

You have legal rights if you or someone you love has been injured due to a defective product in West Virginia. It may seem intimidating to file a products liability case against a manufacturer or other corporation, but a skilled personal injury attorney can help you obtain the compensation you deserve to pay for medical […]

Read More »

Injuries Caused by Materials in Haulage Ways

Mine supplies and other materials left in the haulage ways of underground mines can be extremely hazardous.  When these materials are impacted or run over by mobile equipment they can enter the operator’s or occupant’s compartment causing serious and even fatal injuries.  Adequate examinations of haulage ways must be performed to prevent these types of […]

Read More »

Car Accidents and the Holidays

Car Accidents and the Holidays The holidays are upon us, and this is what the famous song refers to as the “most wonderful time of the year.” The holidays are a wonderful time in which we look forward to spending some relaxing days catching up with close family and friends. But with all those get-togethers […]

Read More »

What Should I do Immediately After Being Injured at Work?

Workplace injuries are more common than most people think. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were approximately 2.9 million non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2016, the most recent year on record. In addition, there were 5190 work-related fatalities, the highest since 2008. Being injured on the job is an unsettling experience, […]

Read More »

West Virginia Supreme Court Rejects Coal Workers’ Black Lung Disease Claims

Coal workers with black lung disease might be among the first casualties of the recent chaos at the West Virginia Supreme Court. Last year, a TV investigative report uncovered lavish spending on the private offices of the justices, to the tune of $3.9 million. Examples included a $32,000 sofa, $1,700 throw pillows, and $16,000 for […]

Read More »

What Should I Do Immediately after a Hunting Accident?

Hunting season is coming up, and this means millions of West Virginians will soon be out braving the elements to pursue all types of game. We hunt to bond with family and friends, to enjoy the great outdoors, and to (hopefully) bag some game to bring home and cook up. And when we go out, […]

Read More »

Who is Responsible for Accidents in Limousines?

Earlier this month, 20 people were killed in upstate New York when a limousine barreled through a T-intersection and crashed into an unoccupied vehicle. The crash killed all 18 occupants of the limousine (including the driver) and two nearby pedestrians, making it the worst tragedy in the United States in nearly a decade. The crash […]

Read More »

5 Ways to Speed up Your Recovery after a Car Accident

Being involved in an auto accident can be an unsettling experience. The accident can cause ongoing physical pain that is not always easy to detect. In fact, sometimes you may not notice the pain until you start doing certain activities. Over time, however, the extent of your injuries becomes more evident. Recovering from a car […]

Read More »

Caring for a Loved One with a Traumatic Brain Injury

There are roughly 2.5 million hospitalizations and visits to the emergency room each year for traumatic brain injury (TBI), and more than 5 million Americans are living with a TBI-related disability. When someone suffers from a TBI-related injury, it affects everyone around them. Loved ones are suddenly called upon to become caregivers, and most do […]

Read More »

The Hazards of Working as a Power Lineman after a Hurricane

It’s hurricane season again, and with that comes wind, rain and destruction. The devastation caused by these tropical systems can be measured in many ways: the loss of human lives, the toll the storms take on first responders, the financial impact of recovering from the storm and the hard work of those responsible for helping […]

Read More »

The Dangers of Working as an Electric Power Lineman

Electric power and cable linemen have one of the most dangerous jobs in America. They are routinely asked to work in high places with power lines that carry large amounts of electricity. On new construction projects, they are the ones building or upgrading the lines to meet codes and specifications. When bad weather hits and […]

Read More »

5 Common Causes of Brain Injuries

Brain injuries are a major cause of death and disability in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that traumatic brain injury (TBI) contributes to roughly 30% of all injury-related fatalities. The CDC report goes on to say that more than 150 people die from TBI every single day. In […]

Read More »

How Difficult is it To Recover Damages After a Car Accident in West Virginia?

You are out enjoying a relaxing and scenic drive on a sunny West Virginia day, when another vehicle crashes into yours. Your car is totaled, and you also suffer some injuries. After visiting the doctor, you find out that your injuries are more serious than you initially thought. You are experiencing severe physical pain, and […]

Read More »

5 Common Construction Accident Injuries

Construction sites are some of the most dangerous places to work. Because of the heavy machinery, debris, and working conditions present, construction site workers are at a higher risk of injury than most other occupations. The Centers for Disease Control reports that nearly 10 percent of the millions of workplace injuries each year happen on […]

Read More »

Common Challenges in a Product Liability Case

You have legal rights if you or someone you love has been injured due to a defective product in West Virginia. It may seem intimidating to file a products liability case against a manufacturer or other corporation, but a skilled personal injury attorney can help you obtain the compensation you deserve to pay for medical […]

Read More »

Injuries Caused by Materials in Haulage Ways

Mine supplies and other materials left in the haulage ways of underground mines can be extremely hazardous.  When these materials are impacted or run over by mobile equipment they can enter the operator’s or occupant’s compartment causing serious and even fatal injuries.  Adequate examinations of haulage ways must be performed to prevent these types of […]

Read More »
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