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Dogs of any size and breed can bite when frightened. Moreover, even the friendliest and calm dogs can bite to protect their territory or property. Dog bites can cause bacterial infections, and when left untreated, they can lead to fatal infections. Therefore, it's...
When West Virginians think about being injured in an accident, it is a natural reaction to immediately expect it to have been an auto accident, a work accident or even a dog bite. Few are thinking they will be doing something innocuous and suddenly be hurt. However,...
In the past, accidents in West Virginia were often connected to driving under the influence, speeding, reckless driving or drowsy driving. In recent years, many drivers are looking down instead of forward when behind the wheel. This is due to the use of handheld...
According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Board, driver error causes over 90% of motor vehicle accidents nationwide. Drivers, passengers, bicyclists and pedestrians who are injured as a result of a driver’s negligence may be entitled to damages relating...
If you have been injured in an accident, you have a difficult enough time getting through the pain and difficulty of that injury. Once you are finally getting out from under it, you may decide that you need to hold the person who was negligent and thus caused the...
As readers of this blog know, we speak about the effects of personal injuries on those who suffer their ill consequences. In a recent post, we posted about the mental health effects of car accidents, and in this blog post, we will focus on another hidden injury,...
If have watched daytime television, you have seen commercials and programming devoted to car accident victims and their injuries. Nearly 100% of these injury conversations revolve around physical injuries. Mental injuries are seldom, if ever, mentioned. However,...
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...
Slip-and-fall accidents can occur anywhere at any time and can result in serious injury. Property owners have a responsibility to do what is reasonably possible to prevent those visiting their property from getting hurt. If you have slipped or tripped and fallen while...
The injuries suffered in a car accident can be extensive and long-lasting. In addition, those who are hurt in one of these wrecks often have to find a way to cope with their physical and emotional pain and suffering, as well as the financial ramifications of their...
