Emergency room doctors have front-row seats to life’s worst moments. They treat injuries every day that could have been avoided with just a few small precautions. In a recent New York Times article, “6 Things E.R. Doctors Wish You’d Avoid,” physicians shared some habits and risks they want people to think twice about: 1. Be...
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Rideshares have become part of daily life for so many people. With just a tap on an app, you can arrange a ride to work, head across town for dinner, or find a safe way home after a party. Most of us trust that once we’re in the backseat, the hardest part of the trip...
Driving under the influence (DUI) is more than breaking the law; it’s a danger to public safety. Alcohol, drugs, or any substance that slows your reaction time or judgment can put everyone at risk. That includes drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and other people on the road. DUI laws exist to prevent crashes and maintain community safety....
Intersections are among the most hazardous places on the road because a lot of things are happening at the same time in a small area and drivers have to make many decisions quickly. At Skinner Accident & Injury Lawyers, we’ve identified the intersections in Jefferson County, West Virginia, that we believe are the most hazardous....
If you drive on WV Rt. 340 through the Fairfax Crossing/Home Depot intersection, you know how tricky it can be. This busy spot has heavy traffic, multiple lanes, and drivers coming from all directions. That’s why it is one of the most dangerous intersections in our area. Our attorneys, Stephen and Andrew Skinner, recently visited...
Accident reconstruction helps us understand how accidents happen. Lawyers can determine what went wrong by looking at details like skid marks, car damage, and road conditions. This helps them build stronger cases and determine who might be responsible for the accident. It’s an important way to tell the full story of what happened. Accident Reconstruction...
At the Skinner Accident & Injury Lawyers, we understand that while car crashes may seem random, certain days and seasons are statistically more hazardous. In fact, holiday weekends, dark fall evenings, and other specific times of year often see an increase in crashes and more severe injuries. Understanding when the roads are riskiest can help...
Cascade Road at WV Rt. 340 may be new, but it has already seen a troubling number of accidents. Meanwhile, Route 340 has a longstanding reputation for crashes at various intersections. Cascade Road, which serves as the entrance to one of Jefferson County’s newest developments, is rapidly becoming one of the area’s Most Dangerous Intersections....