Posted in Injuries on August 29, 2022
The Cesarean section, or C-section, is the most common surgery performed in the U.S. It is an operation that is used to deliver a baby through an incision made in the mother’s abdomen and uterus. C-sections may be required due to emergencies or complications during childbirth. In the midst of an unexpected problem, the surgeon… read more
Posted in Injuries,Personal injury,Safety Tips on July 30, 2022
It is common for states and cities to pass laws restricting or prohibiting ownership of certain breeds of dogs. These laws are passed for safety purposes in an effort to prevent serious and fatal dog bite injuries. For this reason, the restricted breeds are those that are most often involved in violent and deadly dog… read more
Posted in Injuries on July 27, 2022
You might be aware that you can hold a pet owner responsible if a dog bites you in West Virginia, but what about if another dog attacks your dog? Unlike West Virginia’s dog bite statute, the state does not have a law specifically addressing dog-on-dog attacks. You will need to navigate West Virginia’s property damage… read more
Posted in blog,Car accident,Injuries on January 18, 2022
Every car wreck is stressful – even when the property damage is minor. When a crash causes injuries, it is easy to panic and nearly impossible to still your nerves and remain calm. It is important to remember though, that your actions in the aftermath of a collision may affect your ability to make a… read more
Posted in blog,Injuries on January 10, 2022
A product recall is the process of retrieving and replacing defective goods for consumers. When a company issues a recall, the manufacturer absorbs the cost of replacing/fixing defective products and is responsible for reimbursing affected consumers. Some recalls ban the sale of an item and instruct you to throw away the product. Other recalls may… read more
Posted in Injuries on January 7, 2022
There is a great deal of debate over the most dangerous types of dogs – and even what constitutes a dangerous dog. According to dog bite injury data collected by DogsBite.org, certain dog breeds consistently outnumber others in terms of serious and fatal injuries inflicted on dog bite injury victims in the U.S. Their most… read more
Posted in blog,Injuries,Motorcycle collision,Personal injury,Safety Tips,Uncategorized on December 1, 2021
While many motorcyclists enjoy riding during the spring, summer, and fall months, others prefer to continue riding throughout the winter. It is no surprise that the weather in West Virginia can be very unpredictable, especially during the winter, so it is imperative to take the necessary precautions to keep yourself and other drivers safe. Winter… read more
Posted in Car accident,Car collision,Distracted driving,Injuries,Uncategorized on November 29, 2021
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), aggressive driving is when “an individual commits a combination of moving traffic offenses to endanger other persons or property.” Any unsafe driving behavior, performed deliberately and with ill intention or disregard for safety, can constitute aggressive driving. Examples of aggressive driving behaviors include: Speeding in heavy… read more
Posted in Injuries on June 26, 2020
Most property owners do not worry about keeping their premises safe for trespassers. They often assume they do not owe duties of care to trespassers, who do not have permission to enter a property. Yet if an accident happens on your property and it injures a trespasser, you may face liability depending on the circumstances…. read more
Posted in Consumer rights,Injuries,Personal injury on October 15, 2019
Airbags are critical life-saving devices in auto accidents. Since manufacturers began equipping vehicles with airbags, they have saved over 50,000 lives. Front and/or side airbags are the second line of defense in an accident after seat belts. Unfortunately, if a defective airbag does not deploy properly, it could fail to prevent serious injuries in a… read more
