Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on August 15, 2014
Automaker Hyundai has agreed to pay a $17.35 million civil penalty placed against it by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) because it failed to promptly report a safety-related defect. In addition to the fine, Hyundai also agreed to comply with NHTSA oversight requirements. The defect occurred in 2009-2012 Hyundai Genesis cars and involved… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on August 6, 2014
We all know car accidents can cause minor and major injuries to almost any part of your body depending on the crash and impact sustained. However, there are certain injuries that tend to occur more than others after a car accident. Below, some of these injuries are discussed. Neck Injuries: Neck injuries are very common… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on July 25, 2014
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries in the United States. Annually, 50,000 people die from traumatic brain injuries, while over 230,000 people per year are hospitalized and survive a TBI. Unfortunately, of those 230,000 people per year, an estimated 85,000, people experience the onset of a long-term disability as… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on July 23, 2014
Local news outlets are reporting this morning that a car accident in Elkins has caused the death of at least one person. The accident occurred on July 18, 2014, on Route 33 at the Crystal Springs exit near Elkins. According to police and news reports, a vehicle headed westbound hit another vehicle causing it to… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on July 21, 2014
A car accident in Harrison County, West Virginia, on Friday caused one person to be flown to Ruby Memorial Hospital. Around 3:40 p.m. near the Gypsy bridge, a Chrysler concord and a Honda element collided head on. According to reports, the driver of the Concord was flown to Ruby Memorial Hospital. The driver of the… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on July 15, 2014
One person has died following a head on style car accident in Lewis County on July 14, 2014. The Lewis County Sheriff’s Department said a Ford F-250 was traveling south on Hakers Creek Road with a driver in a Chevrolet 1500 was traveling north near the Plantation Inn just after 6 o’clock in the morning…. read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on July 1, 2014
When you are in a car accident, it is important to know what to do after the wreck occurs in order to make sure that certain evidence is preserved should you decide to pursue legal action against the individual who caused the wreck. One of the items that often is prepared after a wreck is… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on June 30, 2014
If you have been injured in a car accident, you may be wondering what recourse you have. In each case, there are certain facts that must be proven, both on how the accident happened and on what injuries you may or may not have. One of the first facts that must be established in a… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on May 28, 2014
You’ve just been in a car accident. What do you do? How do you handle the situation? These are just some of the questions people are confronted with after being in a motor vehicle accident. Here are some tips to consider if you find yourself involved in a car accident: 1. Stay at the Scene–… read more
Posted in Car accident,Uncategorized on April 29, 2014
Each season comes with its own set of driving hazards. While winter weather conditions are the most frequently addressed, spring also presents a number of safety hazards that could prevent you from arriving at your destination safely or could cause a collision on the roadway. Some of the most common dangers of spring driving include… read more
