Getting into a car accident is a frightening event. It is common to have questions about the expense and the impact of the accident, regardless of who was at fault. Some may figure insurance will just cover it all while others worry that their insurance coverage may...
What are established employee rights?
Some professions, such as construction work, come with many dangers. Other occupations might not be dangerous ones, but employees could still deal with injuries. An office worker may develop carpal tunnel syndrome, or a grocery store employee might slip and fall....
Who pays your bills after a crash?
If you are hurt in a car accident that takes place on a West Virginia road, you may be entitled to compensation. A financial award may help pay for medical bills related to your accident injuries, lost wages and lost future earnings. You may also receive compensation...
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...
Does a brain injury qualify for personal injury compensation?
A brain injury isn't always visible to the human eye. However, a serious brain injury may cause severe disability either temporarily or permanently. In West Virginia, a victim of a serious brain injury may claim personal injury compensation from the responsible party....
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...
What happens if I’m hit by an uninsured driver?
Being involved in a car accident is scary and stressful. In those moments right after the crash, you are worried about if you’ve received any injuries and if everyone else in your car is OK. Then, you may find out that the driver who hit your vehicle doesn’t have auto...
Fighting an insurance company may be necessary after a crash
The horrors of car accidents are all around. You may have witnessed various accidents throughout your life, whether minor fender benders or major collisions, or you may have even had friends or family members suffer serious injuries after a crash. Because you...
Rushing decreases skill, even behind the wheel
In almost anything that you do, rushing is going to decrease the amount of skill that you put into that task.Take painting a room in your house. You can go slowly, tape all of the trim, switch brushes to have the right one for each step in the job, and get a great...
Striking your head in a fall
People often think of falls from heights, such as falling off of a ladder, as the real danger. While these falls are dangerous, it's important to remember that even a simple slip-and-fall incident on the same level can lead to serious injuries. You do not have to be...