Imagine that you are shopping at a local store and you slip and fall on a wet floor in the store. You are badly injured, and end up needing months of physical therapy and treatment to recover. Are you responsible for paying for your medical treatments or should the store…
If you have been in an accident or injured in some way because of someone else’s carelessness, you may be dealing with a number of question right now. You may be wondering what to do about your medical expenses and loss of income. You may be wondering how to adjust…
Technically, anytime you sustain an injury in an accident, you have incurred a personal injury. However, winning a settlement in this complex area of law is not always so simple. Parkersburg accident attorney Jim Leach is prepared to investigate your claim and help you determine if you have a personal…
How are damages determined in a personal injury case? First, it is important to note that damages can only be determined after the first three elements of a tort (duty, breach, and causation) are established. Only then can an injured party be compensated for the damages sustained as a result…
Recent studies have shown that the long-term effects of serious personal injuries are often more devastating than the more immediate effects. For example, if you suffer a traumatic brain injury, there are a number of ailments and disorders that may develop years later as a direct result of the initial…
You may not know what actions to take next after you have been in a car accident and have received medical attention for any injuries you have suffered. Your insurance company will contact you and ask you questions about the car accident. The other driver’s insurance company will also contact…
In our technologically advanced society, it is a common misconception that all modern vehicles are manufactured with the highest standards of safety. This should be the case, but sloppy production and poor design lead to thousands of avoidable injuries every year. Experienced West Virginia lawyer Jim Leach is here to…
St. Patrick’s Day is often filled with green beer and good friends. It’s also one holiday where drunk driving accidents increase. Our car accident attorney in Morgantown wants you to stay safe this St. Patrick’s Day by following these three tips: 1. Don’t Drink and Drive The best way to…
The automotive world is abuzz regarding Honda’s massive recall of millions of United States vehicles due to Takata airbag failure. Which vehicles are defective, and what should you do if you own one of these vehicles? This information from a prominent Morgantown defective product lawyer will help. What’s Wrong with Takata…
There are several powerful public service announcements about the growing number of deaths and injuries resulting from distracted driving, but is texting while biking also a big concern? Texting causes cyclists and drivers to miss vital warning signs such as construction signs, changing road conditions, honking, and yelling. Auto accidents…
