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Truck accidents often happen due to negligence by either a truck driver or a trucking company. Common causes include driver fatigue, distracted driving, speeding, or improper truck maintenance. Trucking companies may be at fault for failing to train drivers, pressuring them to drive long hours, or neglecting safety protocols. Following a trucking accident, the most…

Negligent truck drivers and trucking companies can cause accidents through speeding, fatigue, distracted driving, or failing to properly maintain vehicles. Drivers may also ignore traffic laws or drive under the influence, increasing the crash risk. You need black box data after a truck accident because it records important information such as speed, braking, and vehicle…

Motorcycle accidents often result from other drivers’ negligence, such as failing to yield the right-of-way, distracted driving, speeding, or making unsafe lane changes. These actions can cause drivers to crash into motorcyclists, leading to serious injuries. The length of a motorcycle accident lawsuit varies. Still, it typically takes several months to a few years, depending…

A hit-and-run accident occurs when a driver causes a collision and then leaves the scene without providing information or assisting the victims. To file a claim, you must report the accident to law enforcement and your insurance company as soon as possible. If the at-fault driver is not found, you can file an uninsured motorist…

When a car accident exceeds the at-fault driver’s insurance limits, an underinsured motorist (UIM) claim allows the victim to seek additional compensation from their own insurance policy. To file a UIM claim, you must prove the other driver’s fault, show that their insurance is insufficient, and provide documentation of your damages, such as medical bills…

If you suffered an injury in an accident with an uninsured driver, your own Uninsured Motorist (UM) policy can help cover medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. UM insurance is designed to protect you when the at-fault driver lacks sufficient insurance or has no insurance at all. Your policy can step in to…

The short answer to the question, “Can I sue Lyft after an injury accident?” —is yes. However, resolving rideshare accidents typically involves negotiations with liable insurance companies after filing claims for financial losses and other damages. While most injury claims settle without a lawsuit, retain a lawyer experienced in handling Lyft injury accidents. Schedule a free…

Dealing with uninsured motorists in West Virginia can be complex and nerve-wracking, especially for injury victims who have compensatory damages, such as medical bills, lost income, property damages, and pain and suffering. While motorists are required to have insurance in West Virginia, an alarming number remain uninsured. Driving without insurance is a misdemeanor in West…

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…

Coal and logging trucks cause West Virginia truck accidents, primarily because both industries thrive in the state. Coal and logging truck accidents can be complex for various reasons, including multiple parties of liability, severity of injuries, complicated evidence, and length of investigation into trucking companies and injury claims. If you’ve suffered an injury in a…