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It is always best to try to work things out with your own attorney. You may think that because your lawyer hasn’t communicated with you lately, there is nothing going on. You may be surprised to learn that a great deal of research and discovery has been conducted on your behalf. If you have reasonable…

In the United States, typically, the money awarded in a Morgantown personal injury settlement is not taxable. The official statement from the Internal Revenue Service regarding the taxability of personal injury settlements is as follows: “If you receive a settlement for personal physical injuries or physical sickness and did not take an itemized deduction for medical expenses…

According to a recent study conducted by Ice Bike, West Virginia currently ranks fourth among all 50 states in bicycle safety. With an average of only 1.05 deaths per 100,000 state residents, the bicycle fatality rate in West Virginia is 55 percent below the national average. The state has only reported 19 cycling deaths in…

As Amazon continues to expand its operations throughout West Virginia and the United States, the company’s delivery vehicles are becoming more and more common on the roads. These Amazon delivery vehicles include everything from Amazon-branded semi-trucks and vans to gig workers using their cars to make a delivery. But the more Amazon vehicles there are…

Changing lawyers in the middle of a personal injury case is not something you should do lightly. However, it is the right move in certain circumstances. You are counting on your lawyer to help you recover the money you need and hold the liable parties accountable. If they are not getting the job done, it…

When it comes to injuries caused by the actions of other parties, it is absolutely crucial that individuals harmed file their claim as soon as possible. There are various statutes of limitation in West Virginia that you need to be aware of. Here, we want to review the personal injury and medical malpractice statute of…

If you or a loved one sustain an injury caused by the negligence of another individual or entity in West Virginia, you may be able to recover compensation for your losses. You may also wonder how long it takes for these cases to conclude after they begin. The reality is that that will depend on…

If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the reckless, negligent, or intentional actions of another individual, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. In some cases, these claims are resolved through settlement with insurance carriers. However, it may be necessary to go through the personal injury lawsuit…

Is it possible to have major injuries from a minor car accident? Car accidents can happen anytime and they can either be major or minor accidents. A minor accident is one where you can still drive away from the scene of the accident. Typically, you’ll only suffer from mild injuries in minor car accidents. Yet,…

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…