Health, Safety & Personal Injury Law Blog
March 3, 2023 • Injury Law
Man Dies in West Virginia Coal Mine Accident
A coal miner died on February 26, 2023, in a mining accident in Mingo County, West Virginia. The miner was William Mapes, a 73-year-old resident of Freeburn, KY. Mapes had been a coal miner for 53 years prior to the fatal accident. Governor Jim Justice released a statement about the incident, stating that Mapes was…
read moreMarch 2, 2023 • Attorney Tips,Injury Law,Safety Tips,Slip and Fall Law
The Dangers of Slip and Falls and How to Prevent Them
You might think that slip and falls are no big deal and usually only result in a few bumps and bruises. But according to the National Security Council, falls are a leading cause of injury and death in the United States. In fact, as slip and fall lawyers, we know falls are one of the…
read moreFebruary 15, 2023 • Injury Law
SUV Driver Hospitalized Following Tractor Trailer Crash in West Virginia
The driver of an SUV was recently hospitalized following a collision with a tractor-trailer on Interstate 77 in Jackson County, West Virginia. Specifically, on Monday, February 13, 2023, a driver was transported to the hospital following a crash involving her SUV and a semi-truck hauling Little Debbie cake mix. Firefighters from Kanawha and Jackson Counties…
read moreJanuary 30, 2023 • Injury Law
Is It Worth Getting a Lawyer for a Minor Car Accident in West Virginia?
Everyone knows that serious car accidents often result in serious injuries, including paralysis, traumatic brain injuries, and even death. Less known, however, is that even seemingly minor car accidents in West Virginia can leave victims with injuries requiring medical care and legal assistance. However, due to some types of injuries, it can often be challenging…
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