Errors in prescribing or administering medications are a common cause of injuries to patients. While the exact numbers of injuries and fatalities caused by these errors are up for debate, sources agree the problem is more common than it should be. Consequences...
The People’s Lawyer
Month: September 2022
Sex crimes and the Sixth Amendment
Simply being accused of a sex crime can absolutely ruin your reputation in your community, at your job and in just about any other aspect of your life, even if you are not convicted. Still, just like any other person accused of a crime, you have Constitutional rights...
How the automatic stay in bankruptcy stops collection efforts
People who find themselves in financial distress often consider filing a petition for bankruptcy to protect themselves from abusive debt collection and to resolve their financial situation. Very few people in West Virginia are aware of the miracle-like effect of the...
Can my child choose their custody schedule?
Sharing custody brings many challenges, especially when children are young and cannot properly express when they would like to see each parent. As your child gets older, they may begin voicing their opinions on your custody schedule, and you may think it is best to...
Charges for assaulting a West Virginia athletic official
West Virginia sports fans can sometimes get overexcited. In some cases, this can even lead to them physically confronting a coach, referee or umpire. If a person is accused of a physical confrontation with an athletic official, they should know the law and how to...
The leading cause of modern bankruptcy may shock you
Bankruptcy is a legal tool that helps those with debt reduce their financial obligations. A successful personal bankruptcy filing will result in both an automatic stay to prevent most collection activity and a discharge of someone's remaining unsecured debts if the...
