Car Accidents

Throughout West Virginia, there are numerous types of intersections on the roadways. Some are “secured,” meaning the use of stop signs, traffic lights or other devices controls traffic at these intersections. You might also come upon an “unsecured” intersection,...

The word ''total,'' typically refers to ''all'' of something. Another word, which is ''permanent,'' suggests something that will last a lifetime. If you have been involved in a West Virginia motor vehicle collision, the force of impact from the other vehicle may have...

If you are traveling along a West Virginia highway and another vehicle hits you, the hours and days that follow the collision may be stressful, worrisome and physically painful, especially if you suffer severe injuries. One of the reasons why it is always best to...

Minor fender benders are commonplace in West Virginia  and throughout the country. You’re stopped at a stop light. The car behind you isn’t quite paying attention and bumps into the back end of your SUV causing a few dents. Then, there are serious auto accident...

The day when a car slammed into your vehicle from behind may have started out like any other ordinary day, until that moment. When an accident occurs in West Virginia or elsewhere, there is no way to know how long-lasting or far-reaching the consequences might be. If...

While it may seem logical that you would immediately notice your injuries after having been involved in a West Virginia automobile collision, this simply isn’t always the case. In fact, it’s possible to feel “okay” after an accident. You might obtain a triage...

You’ve no doubt heard the songs about the beautiful country roads of West Virginia. While there are, indeed, many scenic roadways throughout the state, there are also busy interstate highways and congested neighborhood streets. No matter how cautious and alert you are...

Navigating crossroads is a typical component of driving in West Virginia. If you live or work in a rural area, you might encounter intersections not secured by stop signs or traffic signals. Even in areas where intersections are secure, the risk for collision is high;...

If you’re driving along a West Virginia road, and another vehicle hits you, an otherwise uneventful commute to work or trip to the grocery store may suddenly become an emergency situation. The impact of a collision may result in injuries that are immediately apparent,...

If you’re driving along a West Virginia roadway and another vehicle hits you, your immediate and distant future may take a turn for the worse. Rescue assistance would hopefully be swift to arrive at the scene and help you obtain immediate medical attention. One of the...