How Speeding Contributes to Commercial Truck Crashes
Speeding is a critical issue when we look at the rapid increase in truck accidents on American highways. Commercial trucks, due to their large size and heavy weight, pose significant dangers when operated at high speeds. Truck drivers often face immense pressure to meet tight schedules, giving them incentive to drive faster. This risky behavior […]
Helicopter Crashes: Why Helicopters Are So Dangerous
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 […]
Safety on Gas Drilling Platforms in West Virginia
The West Virginia oil & gas industry is booming. In recent years, thousands of new jobs have been created for workers in the Mountain State, and the industry has become a vital part of our state’s economy. As the energy industry grows, however, is more important than ever for companies to ensure that those who […]
4 Secrets to Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
If you have been injured through no fault of your own and you have quantifiable losses, you deserve to be compensated for your injuries. Unfortunately, in most cases, the party responsible for your injury is not likely to freely admit fault and write out a check to cover all of your damages. In fact, you […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
U.S. Coal Industry Not Doing Enough to Fight Black Lung Disease: Report
Black lung disease has been on the rise in recent years. This deadly disease that primarily effects coal workers was a major epidemic in the 1970s, but by the end of the 1990s, it had almost been wiped out (largely due to new laws and regulations). Since 2000, black lung disease has come back with […]
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 […]