Truck accidents in West Virginia are never a one-size-fits-all event. There is always some unique factor that sets each incident apart from the rest. However, all these tragic accidents can be traced back to several causes. Statistics can be gleaned from these...
Commercial truck accidents in West Virginia are frequently more catastrophic than those between two personal vehicles. The weight and size of commercial trucks make them dangerous as such extreme characteristics make them more vulnerable to causing severe or even...
Truck accidents are some of the most devastating vehicle accidents that can occur in West Virginia, and their court cases or compensation claims are even more complicated. However, there are sensible measures you can take to avoid risking other people's lives and...
If you have a car that is under warranty but keeps breaking down, you may be wondering what your rights are. In West Virginia, there are lemon laws to protect consumers like you. This law aims to help people who have purchased or leased a defective vehicle. What is a...
Reckless driving remains a broad term to describe a range of illegal and dangerous behaviors on the road. While many West Virginia commuters recognize that reckless driving often causes otherwise avoidable accidents, unsafe behaviors continue on the roads. Persons...
The unexpected death of a loved one would be the most painful experience imaginable, especially if it occurred due to the negligence or recklessness of another person. While nothing can truly bring them back or even make up for their presence, filing a wrongful death...
There are many reasons why residents of West Virginia witness motor vehicle accidents involving trucks on the roads. One of the most common causes is drowsy driving. Drowsy driving occurs when a driver does not get enough sleep and his or her ability to operate a...
Advances in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing techniques have revolutionized the fossil fuel industry, and they have prompted dozens of companies to set up operations in states with large reserves of natural gas like West Virginia. Community leaders...
Creditors might become aggressive when seeking to collect on past-due balances. Laws may restrict the behaviors of debtors, but that doesn't mean they cannot take legal steps to recover any money owed. Once patience expires, a creditor might file a civil suit in a...
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, which was signed into law by President Jimmy Carter in 1977, protects consumers in West Virginia and around the country against abuse from bill collectors. The law allows debt collectors to contact consumers by telephone, mail,...
