Driving safely is a primary duty of every driver on the road. Unfortunately, not all drivers take this seriously. It only takes one negligent person operating a vehicle to cause a crash that leads to innocent victims being injured or killed. All drivers should...
Car Accidents
You don’t have to accept the insurance company’s first offer
Your day probably started out like any other, but by the end of it, you were in a hospital still reeling from what just happened. Another vehicle came out of nowhere and slammed into yours. Now, you suffer from serious injuries, and it may take you a substantial...
You have 2 years to file a personal injury claim
Being involved in a car wreck can lead to serious injuries, so the victims must ensure that they get the medical care they need. This is sometimes a costly endeavor when the co-pays, deductibles and other out-of-pocket expenses come into the picture. Unfortunately,...
Don’t let your social media jeopardize your insurance claim
Social media platforms can connect West Virginia residents with friends and family all across the globe. Right now, the opportunity to stay connected this way may be more important than ever.However, if you were recently involved in an accident for which you are...
You only have 2 years to take legal action after a car wreck
A person who's involved in a car wreck is likely going to have some injuries. Some of these might be catastrophic. For those who suffer an injury in a wreck that's caused by another person's negligence, the thought of being responsible for their own medical care and...
Fatigued driving is a serious problem in West Virginia
Drowsy drivers pose a risk to everyone else on the roadways. Anyone who is going to drive needs to be sure they get ample sleep and are mentally prepared to drive. This can help keep them and others on the road safe. A survey of almost 150,000 adults shed some light...
Are you ready for the financial impact of an accident?
If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, the first thought that may run through your head is, "Am I hurt?" Naturally, this concern will extend to others traveling with you and perhaps those in the other vehicle. The next thought that occurs to you might be,...
Spring DST linked with higher fatal crash rate for first week
West Virginia residents may have no choice but to drive drowsy after losing one hour of sleep with daylight saving time. They should know, however, that the first week after DST always sees a rise in fatal car crashes. This was the conclusion that researchers at the...
If a vehicle is coming at you, can you avoid a head-on crash?
When traveling the West Virginia roads, you want to remain as cautious as possible. You know that a hazard could appear at any time and that the potential for a car accident always exists. As a result, you do your best to remain on the lookout in hopes of avoiding any...
School start times may affect how safely teens drive
Teenagers tend to sleep long and into the late morning due to changes in their internal circadian rhythm. If they do not achieve the 8 to 10 hours of sleep recommended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, they may drive distracted, forget to wear their seatbelt...