Tag Archives: car accidents

I-79 Collision in Marion County, WV sends 1 to Hospital

A collision occurred just after 6:00 pm on Interstate 79 at exit 137 in Marion County, West Virginia, yesterday.  According to Valley Volunteer Fire Department, a driver claims she was run off the road by another vehicle, causing the collision. … Continue reading

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Do I need an attorney if I’ve been in a single vehicle collision?

Recently, several single vehicle collisions have been headlining local and national news.  Locally, over the weekend in Harrison County, West Virginia, a vehicle traveling North on Interstate 79 lost control and went into the guardrail at mile marker 128.  The … Continue reading

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2 vehicle collision in Harrison County, WV Sends 5 to Local Hospitals

Five people were taken to area hospitals on Sunday afternoon after a 2 vehicle collision on Rt. 18 in Harrison County, West Virginia.  While the helicopter medical service Healthnet was requested for patient transport, inclement weather prevented such transportation. As … Continue reading

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WV Senate Bill 443 and Insurance Coverage in West Virginia

Every West Virginia driver is expected to carry a minimum level of insurance coverage.  This is to protect you and others driving on West Virginia roads so that everyone has adequate insurance coverage in case of an auto collision.  If … Continue reading

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Brain Injuries After a Car Wreck in West Virginia

Car wrecks are one of the leading causes of brain injuries in the United States.  50,000 people die annually from traumatic brain injuries, while 230,000 people are hospitalized and survive, and an estimated 80,000-90,000 people experience the onset of long-term disability … Continue reading

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Driving Safely in Winter Weather in West Virginia

As old man winter rears his head, it is important to know how to safely operate your car during winter weather.  Cautious driving during winter weather could be the difference from a car collision and arriving at your destination safely.  … Continue reading

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Common back and neck injuries caused by car wrecks

Everyday, thousands of people are involved in car wrecks.  These collisions make up a large number of chronic back, neck and spinal injuries every year.  Researches have found that between 20% and 40% of auto collision victims will suffer long … Continue reading

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I’ve been injured in a car wreck in West Virginia. Do I need an attorney and can I afford one?

Car wrecks occur on a daily basis.  Sometimes, people involved in car wrecks are not injured and, often times, people suffer injuries in car wrecks that can last a few days or for a lifetime.  If you have been injured … Continue reading

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In The News: Manchin Injury Law Group Obtains Favorable Jury Verdict for Client

Fairmont, West Virginia- On Friday, August 24, 2012, Attorneys Timothy J. Manchin and Taylor B. Downs of the Fairmont, West Virginia law firm the Manchin Injury Law Group, obtained a favorable jury verdict for their client in an amount over … Continue reading

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The dangers and hazards of parking lots

Although most people probably don’t think of parking lots as very dangerous places, they can actually be quite hazardous for unsuspecting drivers and pedestrians. Sometimes drivers become too complacent and distracted in parking lots while looking for an open space … Continue reading

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