Institute, WV (January 27, 2025) – On Saturday, January 25, at least one person suffered injuries following a car accident in the Institute area. That morning around 11:09 a.m., the crash was first reported at the intersection of Walker Addition Road and First Avenue S. The injured parties were treated by attending paramedics before being transferred to local hospitals for further aid.
The roadway was closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were later needed to remove the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. The circumstances leading to the collision have not been determined. The severity and number of the related injuries have not been determined. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. Nonetheless, an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be released as the investigation 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
Several factors can cause serious car crashes, but in West Virginia, a frequent cause is distracted driving. The latest state data show that more car accidents are caused by driver distractions. New studies reveal that being distracted while driving can be as risky as driving under the influence of alcohol. Distracted driving causes over 3,000 deaths and more than 400,000 serious injuries each year in the United States. Statistics indicate that drivers in the state tend to be reckless when driving. Having an experienced lawyer by your side during this tough time will help ensure your rights are protected throughout your case.
Your recovery is too important to take any chances with it or leave it in the hands of a large insurance provider. It’s always in your best interests to work closely with a competent Institute personal injury lawyer to ensure your legal rights are upheld at every stage of the process. Our legal team at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC is here to help you. Give us a call today at (304) 720-6700.
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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