Distracted driving is dangerous driving behavior and that danger can increase when a truck driver is behind the wheel of a 80,000 pound truck and driving distracted. Distracted driving can cause serious truck accidents and injuries and harm to victims for which they...
The People’s Lawyer
Year: 2020
How will divorce impact our family business?
You and your spouse are high school sweethearts. You fell in love at 16 and didn’t look back. You built a life together for more than 20 years. You even launched a family ranching business together – on your family’s land. But now, you are facing divorce. You don’t...
What damages can you recover after a car accident?
If you have been in a car accident, the physical injuries and emotional trauma you experience may be hard to overcome. You may have to endure countless surgeries and medical treatments, making it impossible to work and earn a living. Filing a personal injury lawsuit...
Take extra care when driving when winter weather strikes
Winter weather is coming to West Virginia, and when the roads get slick with ice and snow, it is easy to cause a car crash. The following are some tips drivers can take when the roads are slippery to avoid causing a car accident. Tip 1: Stay alert It is always...
Family protective orders can keep you safe from abuse
Being caught in an abusive relationship can be a scary time. If the abuse is just too much or if you feel your safety is at risk, it may be time to file for a family protective order. The following is some information that may help those in Charles Town seeking family...
Allegations of multiple sex offenses results in indictment
In Martinsburg and across West Virginia, allegations of sex offenses are treated very seriously. People who are accused of these charges and placed under arrest must face the reality that they are likely to be indicted. Because these crimes have such a poor public...
Arrest leads to sexual exploitation charges
Being criminally charged with anything is a horrifying experience. However, being charged with a sex crime or sex offense is especially harrowing because of the increased social stigma associated with it. In fact, for those that are in fields that deal with children,...
How you can be safer when driving among truckers
Approaching all vehicles that you cross paths with on the road with caution is important. But it’s especially important to make sure you do all you can to prevent an accident with those hauling loads several times the size of your vehicle. You might already be the...
Drivers should do their part to help keep motorcycles safe
There are ways that drivers can help keep motorcyclists safe on the roadways. When drivers fail to take precautions for motorcycle rider safety, they may be considered negligent and may be liable for the damages suffered by motorcycle accident victims. Safe driving...
Can I get a loan or credit card after bankruptcy?
People in northeastern West Virginia may someday find themselves in a terrible financial position where they are forced to decide which bills to pay each month, if they are able to pay any at all. They may wonder if filing for bankruptcy is the right thing to do, but...
