Tag Archives: motor vehicle accidents

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

Posted on April 2, 2013 by wvinjurylawblog

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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Brain Injuries After a Car Wreck in West Virginia

Posted on January 7, 2013 by wvinjurylawblog

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

Posted on December 26, 2012 by wvinjurylawblog

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

Posted on December 12, 2012 by wvinjurylawblog

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?

Posted on December 10, 2012 by wvinjurylawblog

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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The Top Ten Causes of Tractor Trailer Crashes

Posted on October 15, 2012 by wvinjurylawblog

Anyone who lives in North Central West Virginia has experienced the truck traffic on I-79.  Unfortunately, truck crashes do occur and, when they do, often times, people become injured. n 2007, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration released a groundbreaking … Continue reading →

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

Posted on September 4, 2012 by wvinjurylawblog

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

Posted on August 8, 2012 by wvinjurylawblog

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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Safe Summer Driving

Posted on July 26, 2012 by wvinjurylawblog

As the temperatures rise this summer, the heat can take a toll on your car.  To ensure that you are safe when taking those fun family road trips, be mindful to ensure that there are no bumps in the road … Continue reading →

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Common Causes of Auto Collisions in West Virginia

Posted on July 17, 2012 by wvinjurylawblog

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, car collisions are the leading cause of death among people aged 3 to 33.  Additionally, the World Health Organization has estimated that some 25 million people world-wide have died in vehicle-related collisions.  … Continue reading →

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