Category: West Virginia Car Wreck
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Sideswipe Collision: What You Need To Know!
WHAT IS A SIDESWIPE ACCIDENT? A sideswipe collision is an accident that occurs when two vehicles traveling in the same direction collide. Either the vehicle on the left impacts the right side of a parallel vehicle or vice versa. There are also a fair number of opposite-direction sideswipe collisions. The severity of the crash often…
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How Long Does A Whiplash Injury Last?
Whiplash symptoms can last a few days, many months, or even longer, depending on the severity of the injury and the damage to soft tissue in the back and upper neck. These injuries can have a substantial impact on your day-to-day activities and your overall quality of life. Whiplash can also affect your ability to…
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Driving In Winter Weather
Winter Weather Means Slippery Roads Are Causing Accidents Do Your Part to Keep Our Roads Safe This Winter Drivers in the Appalachian Mountains are no strangers to serious inclement weather, but experience handling icy roads isn’t protection in itself. In fact, overconfidence is a common cause of accidents when the roads get dangerous. If you…
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3 Most Common Holiday Personal Injuries
To help you to avoid holiday season personal injuries, we identify the 3 most common holiday season personal injuries. Should you have suffered an injury during a previous holiday season or sustained holiday season injuries this year. Consult personal injury attorney. Ferrell & Brown can help you initiate a personal injury case even during the holiday season. The…
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Vehicle Checklist Before Winter Travel
Follow our tips to give your car a basic check-up before you head out on your next road trip. Check the Owner’s Manual The owner’s manual is a wealth of information. It will tell you everything you need to know about the car and how to fix basic parts like changing light bulbs or what…
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ALPHABETICAL LIST OF POPULAR CAR INSURANCE TERMINOLOGY
Reading an automobile insurance policy can be hard. Talking to an insurance agent/lawyer about your insurance policy can be even more difficult. Sometimes those individuals are so experienced in insurance and the words used in insurance policies they forget many of the words are not common and that they were learned over the course of…
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MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT CAR WRECK CLAIMS
Filing a car wreck injury claim is not always a straightforward process. Many victims assume the claims process is straight forward and are misinformed about the process and how it works. Unfortunately, believing common misconceptions about the claims process could put you at a disadvantage and hurt your chances of securing a fair settlement. Below,…
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Common Types of Truck Wrecks
Safely operating a semi-truck requires care, diligence, and training. Similarly, running a business that transports goods demands a commitment to safety and compliance with state laws and federal regulations.Unfortunately, truck drivers, trucking companies, and other parties in the trucking business often cut corners in order to speed up delivery times and make more money. When this…
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Should I call the police after a minor collision?
If you are in a multi-car accident or a collision that leaves your vehicle non-operable, calling law enforcement is a no-brainer. They can have someone direct traffic, make sure nobody else wrecks because of the debris, and investigate. But what should you do after a less serious accident? Is it always necessary to call the emergency services?…
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Black Box Data Isn’t Just For Plane Crashes
“Black boxes” are not just in airplanes and they may just save you from being blamed for a collision that is not your fault. Modern vehicles have the technology to supply a variety of information about the moments before an accident. This data can often help establish liability following a collision. It is important to…