No criminal charges are expected to be filed concerning the collision between a dump truck and a Chevy Cruze sedan on West Virginia 51/Middleway Pike west of Shirley Road that killed the driver of the sedan. The female driver of the sedan was one of two people in the vehicle. A female passenger was also […]
Stripper Car Crash
A recent ruling by the Ohio State Supreme Court determined The Living Room strip club in Dayton had no Dram Shop liability and would not have to pay a $2.85 million verdict under the state’s Dram Shop Act. The Act, established in 2004, says bar and tavern owners are liable for injuries that occur off […]
Jury Rules Accident Caused by Poor Loading Dock Procedures
A jury recently ruled the injuries of Paul Michalec, a 47 year old chief engineer, were caused by poor loading dock procedures. Michalec’s injuries occurred on May 28, 2015, when he and a co-worker drove to American Supply Co., Inc., in Philadelphia to pick up materials. Michalec’s co-worker positioned their vehicle as instructed, but while […]
Bike Safety Back in the News after Recent Events
Bike safety has been an issue for years, but after a recent rash of biking incidents, the concern for the well-being of cyclists is once again generating attention. Despite decades of sharing the road with bikers, drivers still struggle to observe safety measures and be aware of those on two wheels. Cyclists Take to the […]
Smith Quantum Ski and Snowboard Helmet Recall
Smith Optics has issued a voluntary recall for several of its ski and snowboard helmets. The recall was issued because the buckle on the helmet is at risk for disengaging, which would leave wearers at risk for head injury. The company is offering to repair the malfunctioning buckles. The recall involves all ski and snowboard […]
Lawsuit Filed by Family of Boy Scout Killed While Hiking
A lawsuit was recently filed by the family of a Boy Scouts of America member in Dallas who was killed during a hike. The lawsuit alleges negligence by the organization and claims the organization is responsible for the Reid Comita’s death. The lawsuit includes a number of allegations concerning the boy’s death, one of which […]
Civil Lawsuit Filed against Charleston Teacher
The Heavens Law Offices in Charleston has filed a civil lawsuit against a West Virginia teacher accused of molesting several underage students. Former middle school teacher Toni Woods, 37, pled guilty to charges of having sex with three underage students in December. A civil lawsuit was filed in March by our firm against Woods. Also […]
Mining Deaths on the Rise
Mining is one of the most dangerous professions in the world and a recent increase in miner deaths indicate there is no improvement in sight. Following several recent coal mining accidents throughout the Ohio Valley, the current total of 12 miner deaths this year has surpassed 2016 and already reached 2015 levels. Eight mining deaths […]
You Could Have a Third Party Claim from Your Work Injury
The recent incident at the Bruce Mansfield Power Plant located on Ferry Hill Road resulted in the death of two employees, as well as the injury of four others. According to a FirstEnergy spokesperson, the workers were in the midst of maintenance work in an enclosed underground area when a pipe ruptured and sludge entered […]
Miner Identified as Survivor of Sago Mine Tragedy
A coal miner who recently died in an incident in a West Virginia mine had previously survived the Sago Mine disaster that occurred in 2006. Owen Mark Jones, a fire boss at the Pleasant Hill Mine located near Mill Creek, was killed while on the job, according to The Charlestown Gazette-Mail. The mine is approximately […]