Commercial trucks are a regular fixture in West Virginia. Although it’s normal to share the road with these vehicles, their presence poses higher risks of accidents. These are the most common causes of truck crashes. Driver error Truck accidents often occur when truck...
Understanding truck accident statistics
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...
Who Can Be Held Liable For A Trucking Accident In West Virginia?
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...
3 main ways truck drivers in West Virginia can prevent accidents
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...
The consequences of reckless driving
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...
How to file a wrongful death lawsuit in West Virginia
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...
When is a product considered defective?
There are times when a product is made but it is not actually safe, either from design or a number of other reasons. When this happens, people can get hurt. Products are supposed to be safe to use, and if for a particular reason one isn't, there are times when a...
Understanding negligence under West Virginia law
Accidents can happen at any time, and depending on the circumstances, they may not be anyone's fault. However, some of these incidents would not have occurred if it weren't for the carelessness of a party who should have been responsible. Unfortunately, innocent...
Why people in West Virginia are taking action against Zantac
The FDA has ordered a massive recall of the prescription drug Zantac after learning that the drug contains potentially cancer-causing agents. In January 2020, the FDA learned that Zantac contained NDMA, which is known to cause various forms of cancer. Several months...
Top 3 truck accident causes
In West Virginia and across the U.S., there are many accidents each year involving large trucks. In 2007, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration put together a Large Truck Crash Causation Study, or LTCCS. The results of the LTCCS indicate that in 44% of...