Are you entitled to diminution of value damages in West Virginia if your vehicle is damaged in a collision? When a vehicle is damaged in an accident it may be worth less than what it was worth before the accident even after it’s fully repaired. This is not surprising when we ask ourselves, “Would I […]
13% of WV Drivers don’t have Auto Insurance — How to Protect Yourself with Uninsurance Motorist Coverage
West Virginia Auto Insurance to Protect You from Uninsured Drivers Although auto insurance is required in West Virginia, one in seven drivers fail to maintain insurance for their vehicle. So, it’s no surprise that about 7,000 people ticketed in West Virginia each year for driving without insurance. Drivers’ failure to maintain liability insurance often causes many […]
Summertime DUI Accident Kills One Teen and Injures Four Others in West Virginia
Colin Qualls was just 16 and had most of his life ahead of him. According to news sources, he attended Riverside High School, lived in Cedar Grove, West Virginia and was a member of the Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps. Unfortunately, Colin won’t get a chance to realize the rest of his dreams. His […]
38 Vehicle Wreck Spans WV I-64 Bridge
A massive vehicle crash involving close to 40 vehicles spanned the Interstate 64 bridge between St. Albans and Nitro, WV. It was the worst a West Virginia Department of Transportation official had ever seen in his 40 plus year career. “It’s just amazing,” Chuck Runyon, said Thursday evening. “I’ve seen stuff like this in […]
How to get a Rental Car after a Car Accident
One of the most difficult issues car accident victims face is being without their car while it is being repaired or totaled after an accident. A rental car is usually the obvious solution, and the other driver’s insurance company is responsible for paying for your rental car if the other driver was at fault. However, […]
What to Expect During the Auto Accident Claims Process
Settling with the auto insurance adjuster Obtaining a full and fair settlement with the insurance adjuster prior to filing a lawsuit is always our goal at West Law Offices. Although this is not always possible, this is a good goal to strive for to reduce litigation costs and resolve your injury claim as quickly as […]
Accident? Should You Hire a Lawyer?
If you have been involved in an accident, you may be unsure about whether you should hire an attorney and if so, whom should you hire. Hiring the right West Virginia personal injury attorney can really make a difference in whether you receive full compensation. Contacting an injury lawyer as soon as possible after an […]
The 48 Hours following a West Virginia Car Accident – II
On behalf of the West Virginia personal injury law firm of West Law Offices — Below are important steps to take during the first forty eight hours following a West Virginia car accident. Following these suggestions may help you heal faster and recover the compensation you need to be made whole. West Virginia law provides […]
West Virginia Auto Accident Checklist: Documenting the Crash and Your Pain and Suffering
Following is a checklist you can use to help you identify, gather and organize some of the information that you and your lawyer will ultimately need to settle your claim with an insurance company. THE AUTO ACCIDENT Driver information: Obtain and exchange information with all other drivers such as name, license number, tag number, insurance company name, […]
Car Crash in Charleston, WV Hospitalizes 2
CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA INJURY LAWYER – According to Kanawha County Metro 911, a two vehicle accident on Interstate 77 stalled traffic on Friday afternoon and sent two people to the hospital. The auto accident happened about 2 p.m. in the northbound lanes near Malden, West Virginia. The victims were initially trapped in their car, but […]