Charleston, WV (February 7, 2025) – On Thursday, February 6, at least one person sustained injuries after an auto accident in the Charleston area. That morning around 11:01 a.m., the crash was first reported at the intersection of Canterbury Drive and Oakwood Road. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.
Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals. The severity and number of the related damages have not yet been determined. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. In this regard, an ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Crashes in West Virginia
We see more and more drivers looking down at their phones every day, and driving while distracted is becoming more common on West Virginia roads. According to the statistics, about 41 percent of deadly accidents in the United States are caused by distracted driving in some way, and West Virginia has one of the highest rates of crashes involving driver distraction. Those who have to drive in the state should be alarmed by how at risk they are each time they hit the road, and you should always keep in mind that a careless driver can cause an accident at any time. You can travel the length of a football field in the time it takes to send a single text while traveling at highway speeds. You might be able to get lost compensation with the help of a skilled lawyer. This is often the only way to get the full and fair recovery you are owed after a life-changing collision.
Your very way of life can be at risk after a serious crash, and you never want to gamble with your future or leave your recovery in the hands of a large insurance provider. Instead, you should consult immediately with a competent Charleston personal injury lawyer with a proven history of helping injured parties pursue successful cases. The legal team at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, is here to fight for you. Give us a call today at (304) 720-6700 to get started on your claim.
Note: This post was written for informational purposes only. This post is based on information from secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the accident details. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC so we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.
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