Health, Safety & Personal Injury Law Blog
July 29, 2012 • Coal Mining Accidents,WV Work Accidents
West Virginia coal miner 12th to be killed in mine accident this year
CHARLESTON, WV — Johnny Mack Bryant II, 35, of Lenore, West Virginia, was crushed to death when a continuous mining machine pinned him against a mine wall. The incident occurred at about 4:15 a.m. on Friday at Coal River Mining LLC’s Fork Creek No. 10 Mine, near the intersection of the Boone, Kanawha and Lincoln…
read moreJuly 19, 2012 • WV Car Accidents
Deadly drug combination involved in West Virginia fatal school bus-car crash
On behalf of West Virginia personal injury lawyer, West Law Offices – Mark Allen Diggs crossed the median on Interstate 81 near Martinsburg, WV, and crashed into the front of a Berkeley County school bus on May 2. Mr. Diggs died in the crash. He was 42 years old. 11 students were also injured in…
read moreJuly 2, 2012 • Motor Vehicle Crashes
How to Avoid Auto Accidents and Injuries This Fourth of July
If you’re like most Americans, then you may be thinking of taking a vacation this Fourth of July. Independence Day is one of the busiest days for travel in America. If you’re planning a trip, here are some tips you can follow to avoid joining the ranks of the estimated (by the National Safety Council)…
read moreJune 29, 2012 • automobile safety
West Virginia Law Enforcement Will Begin Enforcing Texting While Driving Ban Sunday
Charleston, WV – On Sunday, July 1st, West Virginia law enforcement agencies will start enforcing part of a new distracted driving law that bans texting while driving. This comes just three days before July 4th, one of the most dangerous days of the year for travelers. Hopefully, the new law will reduce the number of…
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