Elderly persons, especially those living in nursing homes or who require care on a daily basis, are a particularly vulnerable subset of the population. In fact, those who live in a nursing home may be so frail that they are unable to engage in self-care, requiring constant assistance to bathe, move, eat, or treat any […]
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As an automobile driver in West Virginia, sharing the highways and byways with trucks is something we all do every day. But cars and trucks are built differently. There are different acceleration speeds, braking systems and distances, fields of vision, blind spots, and vehicle weights. These all add up to different driving experiences for car […]
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If you have ever been involved in a car accident where you were not at fault, you know that the immediate impact is only the beginning of a long and disruptive journey. The seconds following an impact—the screech of tires, the shattering of glass, and the sudden jolt—can permanently alter the trajectory of your life. […]
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A tragic mining accident in Raleigh County has left one worker fatally injured. According to the West Virginia Office of Miners’ Health, Safety and Training, the coal miner was found dead in a stockpile Monday afternoon. James Ray Adkins, 48, of Colcord, was reported missing at the Marfork Coal Company’s Horse Creek Eagle Deep Mine […]
https://www.baileyjavinscarter.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/shutterstock_148716611.jpg9611000Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.http://www.baileyjavinscarter.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/logo.pngBailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.2017-10-24 20:13:512018-11-14 14:41:45A Terrible Tragedy in a Raleigh County Mine
While car accidents often occur in the blink of an eye, the physical, financial, and emotional repercussions can endure for years, or even a lifetime, especially when injuries are severe. In the immediate aftermath of a collision, adrenaline and confusion often cloud the situation. However, the steps taken in the minutes following an impact can […]
https://www.baileyjavinscarter.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/shutterstock_1620311923-1.jpg6671000Bailey, Javins, Carter L.C.http://www.baileyjavinscarter.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/logo.pngBailey, Javins, Carter L.C.2017-10-21 17:29:042026-05-26 12:44:44The Vital Role of Witnesses in West Virginia Auto Accident Claims
There are a number of things that can cause a motorcycle accident, beginning with rider negligence. In addition to the errors of riders, the negligence or recklessness of other drivers, like speeding, driving while impaired, failing to yield, and driving aggressively are all top causes of crashes, too. One of the less common causes of […]
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Mazda is recalling about 58,000 of its 2015-16 Mazda6 models because a short circuit could cause the air bags to be deactivated and power-assisted steering to be lost, according to a report the automaker filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As reported by Forbes, Mazda said the problem is “weld spatter” on the front […]
https://www.baileyjavinscarter.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/shutterstock_647831944.jpg6671000Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.http://www.baileyjavinscarter.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/logo.pngBailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.2017-10-09 12:36:412018-11-14 14:42:03Mazda Recalls 58,000 Vehicles Nearly Two Years After Learning of a Problem
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) announced it is recalling 50,000 Pacifica minivans in the U.S. and Canada following a company-issued report that said fast driving could cause a second-row seat belt to unbuckle. As reported by Fox Business, the recall applies to certain 2017-18 Pacifica minivans with the eight-passenger seating option. The recall affects roughly 48,000 […]
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A UTV, which stands for utility task vehicle or utility terrain vehicle, is a small, golf cart-looking contraption that combines all-terrain capabilities with more traditional passenger seating. And, like the ATV, UTVs are used to explore terrain that isn’t accessible in traditional vehicle types, and are often reserved for the adventuring soul. UTVs are also […]
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Sleep apnea is the name given to a disorder characterized by persistently poor sleep at night due to shallow breathing and frequent wake-ups, which can occur as many as 30 times an hour. Since the state of normal deep sleep is not achieved, the sufferer seldom gets a restful night of sleep, and consequently experiences frequent periods […]
5 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
/by Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.Elderly persons, especially those living in nursing homes or who require care on a daily basis, are a particularly vulnerable subset of the population. In fact, those who live in a nursing home may be so frail that they are unable to engage in self-care, requiring constant assistance to bathe, move, eat, or treat any […]
How to Avoid Truck Accidents
/by Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.As an automobile driver in West Virginia, sharing the highways and byways with trucks is something we all do every day. But cars and trucks are built differently. There are different acceleration speeds, braking systems and distances, fields of vision, blind spots, and vehicle weights. These all add up to different driving experiences for car […]
The Economic Impact of Severe Injuries Suffered in a Car Accident in West Virginia
/by Bailey, Javins, Carter L.C.If you have ever been involved in a car accident where you were not at fault, you know that the immediate impact is only the beginning of a long and disruptive journey. The seconds following an impact—the screech of tires, the shattering of glass, and the sudden jolt—can permanently alter the trajectory of your life. […]
A Terrible Tragedy in a Raleigh County Mine
/by Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.A tragic mining accident in Raleigh County has left one worker fatally injured. According to the West Virginia Office of Miners’ Health, Safety and Training, the coal miner was found dead in a stockpile Monday afternoon. James Ray Adkins, 48, of Colcord, was reported missing at the Marfork Coal Company’s Horse Creek Eagle Deep Mine […]
The Vital Role of Witnesses in West Virginia Auto Accident Claims
/by Bailey, Javins, Carter L.C.While car accidents often occur in the blink of an eye, the physical, financial, and emotional repercussions can endure for years, or even a lifetime, especially when injuries are severe. In the immediate aftermath of a collision, adrenaline and confusion often cloud the situation. However, the steps taken in the minutes following an impact can […]
West Virginia Motorcycle Accidents Caused by Poor Road Conditions
/by Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.There are a number of things that can cause a motorcycle accident, beginning with rider negligence. In addition to the errors of riders, the negligence or recklessness of other drivers, like speeding, driving while impaired, failing to yield, and driving aggressively are all top causes of crashes, too. One of the less common causes of […]
Mazda Recalls 58,000 Vehicles Nearly Two Years After Learning of a Problem
/by Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.Mazda is recalling about 58,000 of its 2015-16 Mazda6 models because a short circuit could cause the air bags to be deactivated and power-assisted steering to be lost, according to a report the automaker filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As reported by Forbes, Mazda said the problem is “weld spatter” on the front […]
Fiat Chrysler Recalls 50,000 Pacificas for Seat Belt Issue
/by Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) announced it is recalling 50,000 Pacifica minivans in the U.S. and Canada following a company-issued report that said fast driving could cause a second-row seat belt to unbuckle. As reported by Fox Business, the recall applies to certain 2017-18 Pacifica minivans with the eight-passenger seating option. The recall affects roughly 48,000 […]
UTV Accidents and Injuries from Jump Seats
/by Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.A UTV, which stands for utility task vehicle or utility terrain vehicle, is a small, golf cart-looking contraption that combines all-terrain capabilities with more traditional passenger seating. And, like the ATV, UTVs are used to explore terrain that isn’t accessible in traditional vehicle types, and are often reserved for the adventuring soul. UTVs are also […]
Sleep Apnea and Tractor Trailer Drivers?
/by Bailey, Javins, & Carter L.C.Sleep apnea is the name given to a disorder characterized by persistently poor sleep at night due to shallow breathing and frequent wake-ups, which can occur as many as 30 times an hour. Since the state of normal deep sleep is not achieved, the sufferer seldom gets a restful night of sleep, and consequently experiences frequent periods […]