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Employers have an obligation to furnish their employees with a workplace free of hazards. Employees can also do their part to ensure a safe and hazard-free workplace by staying vigilant and using common sense. Workplace injuries happen every day, and it’s important to understand your rights if you’ve been injured on the job. A workers’…

Many people encounter situations that necessitate legal action every day in West Virginia, but it’s important to know when you have a solid case and when to cut your losses. Suing another person or entity is a lengthy, stressful, and often expensive process. Before you decide to file a lawsuit, consider these points and make…

Car accidents are harrowing experiences, and recovering from the damage can be stressful and exhausting, not to mention expensive. While a typical car accident is worrisome enough, what happens if you’re involved in a crash with a government vehicle? While it may sound daunting to file a lawsuit against a government body, it is possible…

The roadways are a dangerous place. Even if you’re completely insured, have roadside assistance, and are the safest driver in the word, unexpected circumstances may take you by surprise. To stay safe while travelling, outfit your car with an emergency kit containing the following items. Emergency Response You never know when your car may break…

Dentists, like other professionals in the medical field, are held to high standards of care. When they breach their duties and harm their patients, they can be sued for medical malpractice. Proving damages is done in much the same way as other malpractice cases: you must demonstrate that the dentist failed to provide a reasonable…

Water parks are incredibly fun places – but they can be nearly as dangerous. A variety of personal injuries can occur on these grounds, from slips and falls to falls from height, food poisoning, broken bones, and drowning. Is the park liable in these situations? It ultimately depends on what steps were taken to keep…

The items we keep to clean our homes may be more dangerous than we realize. In fact, most households use substances that contain things like formaldehyde, dangerous acids, and petroleum distillates, which can cause serious damage if improperly applied. Do you have these popular items that may cause chemical burns on your property? And do…

Stress is a part of life – especially in a day and age where we’re never really away from our jobs. Many people literally take work home with them, and it’s difficult to ever find a chance to relax and unwind. As a result, many workers start to break down mentally, physically, and socially. You…

After an on-the-job injury, you need to protect your rights. Workers’ compensation laws exist for this reason. Your company should have already informed you about the resources at your disposal, but for help filing a claim, you may reach out to your human resources department. You may also contact the Offices of the Insurance Commissioner…

Not all states require vehicle safety inspections, but West Virginia requires drivers to undergo safety inspections for most vehicles every 12 months. Safety inspections look at the condition of your vehicle’s glass, tires, mirrors, lights, and other elements to ensure your vehicle is fit for the road. If you fail a safety inspection or miss…