Health, Safety & Personal Injury Law Blog
January 22, 2021 • Uncategorized
Vaccine Distribution Halted in Boone County, WV
As of December 2020, the Boone County Health Department is prohibited from receiving and distributing COVID-19 vaccines. The bar is related to a December 31 incident where Boone County residents mistakenly receive COVID-19 antibodies instead of the vaccine. Mistake Made by Boone County, WV Health Department According to a news release from the Boone County Health Department,…
read moreJanuary 15, 2021 • Uncategorized
9 Ways to Avoid an Accident While Driving in Snow and Ice
Driving in snow and ice causes about 156,000 auto crashes every year and over 1,800 deaths, according to federal data on winter driving. Fortunately, you have some control over these dangers and can increase your chances of staying safe this winter. 9 Steps to Safety When Driving in Winter 1. When You Start to Slide,…
read moreJanuary 13, 2021 • Attorney Tips,Hiring a West Virginia Lawyer,Personal Injury Law
How Much is Your Personal Injury Case Worth?
If you were recently injured in an accident that was caused by another, you may be wondering, “how much could my personal injury case be worth?” This is a fair question. After all, you’ve likely incurred medical bills, possibly missed work, and experienced other losses because of someone else’s negligence. However, determining how much your…
read moreJanuary 7, 2021 • Workplace Safety in West Virginia,WV Work Accidents
Failure To Prioritize Worker Safety Leads To Illness, Injury, and Death in West Virginia
About 14 people a day are killed while working in the United States, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). And serious workplace injuries occur daily, especially in states like West Virginia where coal mining, natural gas, and logging are prevalent. However, almost every single workplace accident is avoidable. Failure to prioritize workplace…
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