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How Social Media Can Hurt Your Personal Injury Claim
Social media has become so much a part of our lives that many people are comfortable sharing personal information and photographs on the internet. When it comes to personal injury cases, your social media posts and online updates can come...
How to Obtain an Accident Report in West Virginia
If you are ever in a car accident, you should immediately report it to the police if you are able to do so. When police respond to a car accident, they conduct a preliminary investigation and file a report that...
Street Lighting and Car Accidents
Street lighting plays a critical role in helping prevent car accidents, even if it’s something most drivers don’t usually think about. Without adequate lighting, it’s much more difficult for drivers to see potential hazards on the road, road signs, other...
How Hard Is It to Prove Medical Malpractice in WV?
Many doctors in West Virginia provide attentive care to their patients. But even good doctors can make mistakes such as failing to order the proper diagnostic tests and as a result cause preventable harm to a patient. Sometimes, doctors commit...
Six Questions to Ask When Choosing a Personal Injury Lawyer
Serious accidents disrupt lives and give rise to many questions. You may wonder how you’ll pay your medical bills if you are injured and out of work after a car wreck or other accident. You may have questions about whether...
West Virginia Negligence Guide for 2022
If you have been injured in an accident in West Virginia, it’s important to familiarize yourself with West Virginia’s negligence laws to understand your legal options for recovering compensation for the losses you have incurred. An experienced personal injury attorney...
Jividen Law Offices Is Proud to Sponsor Ohio Valley Pride
Ohio Valley Pride is a local 501(c)(3) organization that exists to educate, communicate, and help protect LGBTQ+ persons from oppression, ridicule, and abuse. They are dedicated to creating a more positive, safe, and inclusive community where all are welcome. Their...
Is West Virginia a No-Fault Auto Insurance State?
West Virginia is not a “no-fault” state. If you have been in a car accident in West Virginia and filed an insurance claim, you may have been surprised by a request for evidence to back up your claim. West Virginia...
Why Hire a Law Firm for a Personal Injury Case?
If you’ve been severely injured due to the negligence of an individual, business, or another entity, you may wonder how you’ll recover, pay the medical bills and move on with your life. You may be dealing with a lot of...
Common Myths About Personal Injury Cases
After a car accident, a serious slip and fall, or another personal injury accident, you are likely to face costly medical bills compounded by a loss of income while out of work. If someone else caused your accident and injury,...