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In West Virginia, those between the ages of 15 and 17 obtain their license through the Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) system. This allows a teenager to learn to drive in gradual steps as they develop expertise in increasingly complicated driving situations. There are various steps involved in the GDL process. Read on to learn about…

If you or somebody you care about sustained an injury due to the negligent actions of another party, you should be able to recover compensation. However, aggressive insurance carriers and at-fault parties never want to pay out large settlements and injury claims. They will do what they can to lower the eventual settlement amount or…

Wearing a motorcycle helmet has proven safety benefits for the driver and passengers. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motorcycle helmets reduce the risk of head injury by 69% and the risk of death by 37%. The CDC also reports that motorcycle helmet laws are the most effective way for states…

When a federal hospital or other government establishment is responsible for your injuries, the process for filing a claim is different than in a typical personal injury case, but an experienced West Virginia injury lawyer can help just the same. There are numerous laws that you must obey when suing the government. One such law…

Now that spring is starting to heat up, it’s time for us to get outdoors and enjoy some time exploring all that West Virginia has to offer. All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) become more popular this time of year, but do you know all the rules regarding their operation? We’ve compiled this guide so you can use…

Distracted driving has existed since automobiles were invented, but the issue of distracted driving has become a more serious problem in recent years, especially since the introduction of mobile devices into our everyday lives. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, an estimated 660,000 drivers are either using cell phones or other communication…

Traffic safety laws change as soon as you cross state lines. If you live in or frequently travel through the state of West Virginia, periodically review current safety laws. Over time, laws shift and expand. Drivers who know applicable laws drive more confidently and know how to protect their rights in the event of an…