Why You Shouldn’t Give an Insurance Adjuster Your Health History
Medical release forms give insurance company adjusters access to your complete medical records. You are essentially giving ammunition to the insurance adjuster to disprove your claim and opening a door to question your credibility and claim. The only time it’s okay to sign a medical release is when it is needed by your own insurance […]
The Dangers of Truck Accidents in The Oil and Gas Industry
Collisions involving large trucks can have severe consequences for the victims. But when the truck’s cargo is oil and gas, an accident can lead to particularly devastating injuries or fatalities. The impact of an oilfield truck accident doesn’t remain restricted to those working in the oilfield. Instead, it has the possibility to affect an entire […]
The Dangers of Semi-Truck Rollovers During Winter Driving
Winter driving is challenging enough for the best of drivers. Moist environment, icy roads, slick streets, and poor visibility only make it harder for truck drivers. The risk of any type of road accident becomes higher during the cold months. Semi-truck rollover accidents are particularly common during the winter season. You should choose a reputable […]
How Accident Scene Photos Can Increase the Value of A Truck Crash Claim
Evidence is required in every personal injury case because the burden of proof lies on the injured victim (plaintiff). Photographs of your truck accident scene can provide valuable evidence and details regarding the crash. This can be useful in building a strong claim against the negligent truck driver and possibly the trucking company as well. […]
Accidents Caused by Not Using Turn Signals
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 […]
Texas Two-Step Sets Dangerous Precedent for Injured Plaintiffs
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 […]
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 […]
Caution: Tire Blowouts While Passing Semi-Trucks Are Real
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
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
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 […]