If a loved one in your family has died and they did not have a will, you may need to step in to administer the estate. People generally name an executor in their will for this role, but without an estate plan, this job usually falls to the next of kin, such as a...
The long-term cost of head and neck injuries
The main component of any personal injury claim that actually makes an injured victim financially whole after the case is settled is allowances for long-term pain-and-suffering. Also known as general damages because they are not often necessarily quantifiable, they...
Older drivers are increasingly distracted by infotainment
In West Virginia and throughout the United States, technological advancements are a growing part of motor vehicle development. While this is intended to make driving safer and easier, much is still unknown about how it might impact drivers and their ability to...
Dealing with insurance companies after a car crash
If you have been involved in a car accident while traveling on a West Virginia road or highway, you should expect to be contacted by an insurance company. It is important to remember that insurance companies are looking for any reason to deny a claim or pay as little...
Using a cell phone while driving is a recipe for disaster
Let's say you're driving down a West Virginia highway and your cellphone rings. It's not just any ring either; it's the one you customized for your mother, who recently had major surgery and is recovering at home. What if she needs something?Perhaps you think you've...
What if I cannot return to work after a car accident?
West Virginia car accident victims know that a collision can change many areas of their lives. Some victims find they are able to recover quickly and move on, but some accident injuries can be severe enough to have a permanent impact on a person's life. In fact, you...
Exhausted truckers are a threat to every motorist
In West Virginia, large trucks and semi-trailers play a significant role in the economy and the transportation of products. The men and women who drive these vehicles have important jobs, but they are often behind the wheel for long periods at a time. When a truck...
Distracted driving isn’t going away. How can you stay safe?
West Virginia readers know that distracted driving is a significant threat to their safety on the roads. As more vehicles come with distracting in-car features and people become more reliant on their cellphones, it is clear that the issue of distracted motorists is...
Property damage following a car accident
Occasionally, we all roll the dice and come up with snake eyes. Sometimes you just can't avoid a problem, and events like car accidents are one of life's surprises. If you suffer property damage as the result of a motor vehicle accident, you may be able to recover the...
Was it a drunk driver or a drowsy driver that caused the crash?
These days, that question may be more relevant than you think. Most West Virginia residents have driven when they were really too tired to do so at one point or another. The fast pace of today's world doesn't really encourage you to get a sufficient amount of sleep.It...