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A frontal or head-on collision occurs when the front ends of two vehicles traveling in opposite directions collide. These are among the most dangerous motor vehicle accidents because the combined speeds of the vehicles create a high-power impact that can cause severe injuries and fatalities. After a head-on collision, it’s important to seek immediate legal…

Why is a headache after a car accident bad? —Because it may indicate a more severe underlying condition, such as whiplash, concussion, or traumatic brain injury. You should never ignore headaches after a car accident, regardless of whether or not you hit your head in the crash or the severity of its intensity. Even a…

There is no way to positively answer the question, “What is the average settlement for a back and neck injury in a car accident?” — primarily because various factors influence the amount. No two accidents or injuries are the same, insurance coverage varies, states impose differing restrictions, and people recover compensation on individual timelines. If…

Accidents caused by landslides or debris are concerningly common on West Virginia highways due to the state’s famous mountains and valleys. Falling rocks and debris can damage vehicles and seriously injure drivers and passengers, often leading to fatalities. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, an average of 25 to 50 Americans are killed by landslides annually….

A shoulder can severely impact your ability to do your job, perform everyday tasks, and even care for yourself. Not only are shoulder injuries from car accidents painful, but they can also take a long time to heal and are expensive to treat. If you suffered a shoulder injury in a car accident, you can…

Motorized wheelchair users in West Virginia have responsibilities, rights, and privileges similar to those of pedestrians. These conveyances can be legally operated on public sidewalks, park pathways, bicycle paths, rail trails, and in public buildings. While motorized wheelchairs (which are also referred to as motorized scooters or mobility scooters) should not be on public roads…

Muscle pain after a car accident – how long will it last? According to statistics, road crashes are the leading cause of death in America for people aged 1-54. Not to mention, there are 4.4 million individuals who require medical attention due to serious injuries caused by car accidents. Muscle injuries should be treated. It’s…

What do I need to know if my wrist has been injured in a collision? Vehicular accidents usually cause injuries to hands and wrists. Typically, they occur when the victims’ hands or wrists hit objects in the car’s interior during the collision, such as the windshield, steering wheel, window, airbags, or dashboard. Wrist injuries may…

Filing an Injury Claim for Your Child After a Collision Personal injury cases related to car accidents usually involve adults. Yet what happens if a child gets injured in an accident? Personal injury law operates under the assumption that children don’t possess the same judgment as adults. So, there are special rules for compensation and…

What if I Don’t Have Insurance? Can I File An Injury Claim? The Insurance Information Institute estimates that in 2015, about 10 percent of West Virginia’s drivers did not carry auto insurance. Are you one of them? If so, can you file a car accident claim seeking compensation for injuries, damages and losses if you…