A Charleston woman is suing Capitol Market after a slip and fall accident on a walkway in the market.Lucy Lewis says she was shopping at Capitol Market when she tripped on electrical wires that had been laid across the sidewalk. The fall caused a "permanent and...
Personal Injury Law
Three Things to Consider Before You Settle a Personal Injury Case
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | Sep 15, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
It can be difficult knowing what to do after you've been injured. Likely, once the party you believe is at fault knows you are talking to an attorney, you may suddenly feel pressure to settle your case out of court. But what does that mean?Settlement is when both...
Wrongful Death Resulting from an Automobile Accident
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | Sep 14, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
When a person dies in a car accident because of another person's actions, there are people who may be able to bring a wrongful death claim against the driver who caused the accident. It is important to understand what a wrongful death claim is and who may bring one....
Woman Claims Injuries Kept Her Off Facebook
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | Sep 12, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
A Nova Scotia woman is suing a dump truck driver who hit her and caused a car accident. The reason for the lawsuit? She claims the accident left her unable to use her favorite social networking site, Facebook.The accident occurred when the dump truck driver moved into...
What Should I Bring to a Personal Injury Consultation?
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | Sep 12, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
When you meet with an attorney for the first time regarding your personal injury case, it's important to be prepared. Some attorneys may ask you to bring specific documentation with you, but even if they don't it's a good idea to be prepared in order to get the most...
What is Compensation for Pain and Suffering?
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | Sep 12, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
You may know that if you get into an accident that isn't your fault, or is at least less than 50 percent your fault, you can recover damages from the person who injured you. This includes money to cover doctor bills, medications, hospitalizations, surgeries, physical...
How do I Get a Police Report Amended?
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | Sep 12, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
The police report is a key aspect of any accident settlement, since insurance companies rely on the police assessment of the accident in order to determine fault. In you live in a fault state like West Virginia, then fault is how it's decided who will pay for the...
Car Accidents a Leading Cause of Brain Injuries Among Teens
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | Sep 12, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
With the NFL in the news over head injuries, it might seem like athletes are most at risk for traumatic brain injuries. But actually, car accidents are the number-two cause of brain injuries, right behind falls, according to the Centers for Disease Control.A report...
Dog Bite Liability In West Virginia
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | Jun 14, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
Like many states, West Virginia's dog bite law is a mix of statutory and common law. West Virginia,W.Va.Code § 19-20-13 states, quite simply, that a dog owner or keeper is liable for any damages for injuries to person or property by his or her dog while at-large,...
What Is The Child Passenger Safety Program?
On behalf of Bouchillon Crossan & Colburn, L.C. | May 26, 2016 | Personal Injury Law
It's always a little nerve-wracking to be behind the wheel of a motor vehicle that contains children. No one wants to make an error or mistake while driving that results in an injury to a child. Passenger safety is a growing concern among parents and those who govern...
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