Today, almost everyone sends text messages. We text friends, family, and coworkers without thinking twice. But many people don’t realize that a simple text can later be used as evidence in court. It’s important to understand how your messages might affect you and what you can do to protect yourself. TL;DR ›Text messages can be used...
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Getting hurt in an accident is tough. You have medical bills, lost wages, and a lot of stress. But if you win a personal injury settlement, you might wonder: Do I have to pay taxes on a personal injury settlement? This question often comes up for WV, VA and MD residents. The good news? No,...
If you’ve been injured in an accident, you might wonder, “When will I receive my settlement?” Several factors determine the timeline. These include how bad your injuries are, how long your medical treatment takes, if your case needs to go to court, and the overall process for settling personal injury cases. Generally, the personal injury settlement...
Exit 16 is how most people get into Martinsburg from Interstate 81. Route 9, also called West Queen Street, carries that traffic past shopping centers, restaurants, and offices. The speeds here are not high. The volume is, and that is the whole problem. Here is a closer look at why this stretch gives so many...
If you were in a car accident in areas like WV, VA, or MD and needed medical care—like an ambulance ride, a trip to the emergency room, or follow-up visits—you might wonder how to handle paying medical bills after an accident. The best option? Use your health insurance. You might also need to explore other...
The eight miles of Interstate 81 between Exit 8 at Inwood and Exit 16 in Martinsburg pack a lot into a short drive. Commuters use it every morning. Local drivers hop on for one exit and hop right back off. Tractor-trailers roll through all day. Few stretches of road in West Virginia carry as many....
Rear-end accidents are one of the most common types of car crashes. They happen every day at stoplights, in traffic, and on busy roads. Because these crashes often happen at low speeds, many people think they are not serious. But rear-end accidents can cause painful and lasting injuries, even when the damage to the cars...
Stephen Skinner and Shawn Hogbin spent the last week of July in downtown Chicago at the American Association for Justice Annual Convention. They came home with a full notebook of ideas we can put to work for our clients. One of the Largest Gatherings of Trial Lawyers in the Country The AAJ Annual Convention draws plaintiffs’ attorneys from across the United States...