Charleston, WV (February 5, 2025) – On Tuesday, February 4, there were reported injuries after a car accident in the Charleston area. The crash was reported early that morning around 10:22 a.m. at the intersection of Lee Street W. and Pennsylvania Avenue N. Two vehicles were involved in the crash.
The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital for further treatment and examination. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The vehicles involved in the crash sustained significant damage, and tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No additional information on the crash is currently available, but an investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress and being handled by law enforcement officials, and more updates will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
West Virginia Distracted Driving Crashes
Distracted driving is a growing issue across the country, and many serious car crashes happen because drivers are not paying attention. An easy example of this is using a smartphone while driving. Statistics show that distracted drivers cause about 26 percent of car crashes in West Virginia each year. Other common examples of this dangerous behavior are eating, drinking, or smoking. Drivers can travel the length of a football field in the time it takes to send one text message. If a reckless driver hurts you or someone you care about, it’s important to hire a good law team to help you achieve the best outcome for your situation. This generally means that you will work with a team of lawyers who will help you protect your legal rights.
You do not want to be on your own if you’re going up against a reckless driver and their insurance provider. There is too much at risk to gamble with your recovery. A competent Charleston personal injury lawyer will be ready to fight for your legal rights during this difficult time. The legal team at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, has a proven history of handling successful claims. Contact our offices today at (304) 720-6700. You will be glad that we are on your side during this time.
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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