Trucking companies and truck drivers are subject to a number of federal regulations on how rigs should be loaded, maximum weight limits, and the frequency of load inspections. Failure to follow these rules can lead to devastating consequences for nearby drivers if the cargo comes loose or isn’t properly placed…
Having to seek medical attention for a serious illness or injury is difficult enough without a doctor, nurse, or other health care professional failing to provide adequate treatment. If you or a loved one sustained injuries because of a health care provider’s reckless conduct, our Charleston medical malpractice attorneys can…
Just weeks after West Virginia’s drinking water was contaminated by a chemical spill, an environmental scientist discovered formaldehyde in a water sample taken from a Charleston restaurant. If you live in Charleston and sustained injuries from exposure to a dangerous chemical, our toxic torts attorneys can evaluate your case and…
The first nationwide analysis of data on fatal car crashes has concluded that drivers operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) as low as .01 percent are still much more likely to be at fault in a vehicle collision than their sober counterparts. If you suffered injuries because…
The dangers of driving while intoxicated are well-known. But what happens if you get behind the wheel without a good night’s sleep? If you live in or around Parkersburg and you’ve been injured in a car accident, our skilled lawyers can help you pursue your case against the reckless driver….
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drivers are three times more likely to be involved in a car crash when operating a mobile device. If you’ve been injured because a driver was paying more attention to a cell phone than the road, our Morgantown car accident attorneys can…
Burn injuries are among the most painful one can experience. Even minor burns can cause a great deal of physical pain, and severe burns can be life-threatening. If you have suffered burn injuries due to the careless conduct of another party, Parkersburg injury attorneys Jim Leach can help you build a…
Unclean or poorly maintained properties can pose a risk to visitors, potentially resulting in serious accidents that can cause long-term disability. If you’re the victim of a slip and fall accident, the West Virginia law firm of Jim Leach, L.C., can fight for your rights against the negligent property owner….
Studies show that texting while driving removes a driver’s eyes from the road for an average of 4.6 seconds. If that driver is moving at 55 MPH, he or she will travel more than 100 yards (the length of a football field) without looking. If you’ve been injured because of…
If you have been injured in a West Virginia truck accident, you may be able to hold more than one party responsible for your losses. In order to identify all liable parties in a tractor-trailer accident case, it is essential to fully investigate the accident as soon as possible. Trucking…
