A West Virginia motor vehicle accident is a traumatic event. That’s why it’s easy to forget what to do after an accident. Your actions after an accident matter, especially if you might decide to file an auto injury claim. Try to avoid making mistakes when you get into...
Public awareness campaigns and changing laws have helped people better understand how dangerous certain behaviors can be. For example, ever since the popularization of smartphones, there has been a lot of focus on screen-related distracted driving. The average driver...
In West Virginia, speeding while driving can lead to major traffic accidents, resulting in injuries and fatalities. Understanding some of the causes and statistics about accidents caused by speeding can help drivers understand the importance of driving safely and...
Car accidents in West Virginia cause about $3.7 million in medical costs every year. Back injuries are a common type of injury that motor vehicle accidents cause. It's possible to have more than one type of back injury. If you had an existing condition before the...
When an individual consumes alcohol, gets drunk and operates a motor vehicle, it can increase the odds of getting into an accident. Unfortunately, DUI accidents occur regularly in West Virginia. When this happens, it leaves drivers and passengers vulnerable to a...
West Virginia traffic accidents can result in serious injuries, including fractures. Patterns of fractures depend on several factors, including the speed, angle, and force of the collision, the individual's position in the vehicle, seatbelt use, and whether they try...
Seatbelts are known to save the lives of West Virginia residents who get into car accidents. However, even your vehicle’s safety features can lead to injuries. These are some of the most common seatbelt injuries. Lacerations Motor vehicle accidents often cause your...
According to National Safety Council (NSC) estimates, traffic deaths exceeded 46,000 in 2022. This is the second consecutive year with such a high death rate. Many experts view this increase in traffic-related deaths, from which West Virginia is not immune, as...
Driving in adverse West Virginia weather conditions can be daunting, especially when the roads are wet due to rain or snow. While both road conditions present challenges for drivers, they require different approaches to ensure safe driving. Driving in rain Rainy...
Traffic accidents and collisions involving pedestrians frequently happen in West Virginia and throughout the country. Negligence contributes to many of these incidents, frustrating victims who suffer from otherwise avoidable mishaps. Also concerning is the increase in...
