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If a victim in a personal injury case can prove the defendant’s liability, there are two main types of compensation they can recover – economic and non-economic damages. Most people know about and understand economic damages in these cases. These include things like medical bills, lost income, loss of earning capacity, household services, out-of-pocket expenses,…

One important part of the personal injury settlement process is called the demand letter. A demand letter is sent to the insurance carrier or other parties involved in an insurance claim or lawsuit to “demand” appropriate compensation for injuries and damages an at-fault party caused. Some of the most common types of West Virginia personal…

When a person suffers from paralysis, it dramatically affects their lives. Paralysis happens in different ways and varies in severity. Victims of paralysis often require long-term or lifelong medical care. This can become a tremendous expense for a victim and their family. How does paralysis occur? There are various causes of paralysis: Strokes Cerebral palsy…

If you or a loved one are injured in an accident that was caused by the careless or negligent actions of another person, you should be entitled to compensation. This process can become incredibly complex and you may need a West Virginia personal injury attorney to help. You also need to know what happens if…

If the thought of dealing with snow storms is far from your mind at this point, then we’re sorry for bringing it up. However, the seasons are about to change, and it never hurts to be ready. We know the dangers of not being prepared for a snow storm. Not only could it be an…

Lower back pain is one of the main sources of agony for many people in this country. In many cases, it is caused by long-term chronic health issues. Other times, back pain is acute, meaning it has a sudden onset due to things like car accidents. A car accident can cause serious back and neck…

Did you know traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are more common than you think? Typically, those who’ve suffered such injuries have had a major blow to the head due to an auto crash or an acute fall. In fact, over half of all reported TBIs are the result of a vehicle collision. TBIs from a car…

Virtually every driver in the United States must purchase and maintain auto insurance coverage in accordance with state laws for minimum coverage requirements. A fault-based state may require a certain amount of bodily injury, total accident, and property damage liability coverage. A no-fault state will require drivers to carry personal injury protection for use after…

Insurance companies are for-profit businesses that essentially sell paid promises. In exchange for premium payments, the insurance company promises to cover damages in specific circumstances. Insurance companies must process and investigate all policyholder claims in good faith, that is, they must pay out on legitimate claims for covered damages even if the company suffers a…

The cost of legal representation is typically more than most average Americans can afford, especially for lengthy cases that take months or even years to resolve. Many attorneys bill their work for their clients by the hour, in increments of fifteen or even ten minutes. This can add up to a tremendous cost to the…