South Charleston, WV (February 4, 2025) – On Monday, February 3, there were reported injuries in the aftermath of a car accident in South Charleston. That morning around 9:10 a.m., the collision was reported at the corner of Jefferson Road and MacCorkle Avenue SW. Two vehicles were reportedly involved in the collision.
Attending medical personnel treated the crash victims at the scene. At least one person was hurt, but the severity of the related damages has not been determined. The injured parties were later transferred to a local hospital for additional treatment. No further updates on their conditions have been provided. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks could remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation, and more information will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
West Virginia Reckless Driving Crashes
People expect you to pay full attention to the road whenever you drive. Regrettably, a significant number of drivers neglect to adhere to this fundamental driving rule. Distracted driving is one of the fastest-growing causes of serious collisions nationwide. Distracted driving causes about 69 out of 279 deadly car crashes in West Virginia each year. This negligent behavior causes around five percent of all deadly car crashes in West Virginia. Cell phone use accounted for 12.1 percent of deadly car accidents in 2022. You can travel the length of a football field in the time it takes to send a single text at highway speeds. If you or a loved one is unfairly hurt by a reckless driver, you need to consult with a trained team of lawyers to get the most out of your case. This can help protect your legal rights as you fight a large insurer in order to obtain the full and fair recovery you need and deserve.
It’s difficult to get back on your feet after a serious crash, but you do not have to fight alone. With the help of a diligent South Charleston personal injury lawyer, you’ll be in the best position to get the most out of your case. Contact the offices of Tiano O’Dell today at (304) 720-6700. Our legal team will help you pursue justice and fair compensation after your life-changing accident. You will be glad that we are on your side.
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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