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Heavens Law Firm helped obtain a significant seven-figure settlement for a family injured in a boat explosion and flash fire on Cheat Lake in Monongalia County, West Virginia. The case involved claims against multiple parties, including the boat manufacturer, marina, boat owner and insurance interests.
Large development projects can bring jobs, investment and economic activity to West Virginia. They can also dramatically affect the people who already live nearby.
Data centers provide a current example.
Mountain State Spotlight recently reported that local officials and residents in several…Read More
A recent ProPublica investigation involving Pittsburgh Pirates player Oneil Cruz raises an important issue for families dealing with the aftermath of a fatal motor vehicle accident: how soon is too soon to settle a claim?
According to ProPublica, Cruz was involved in a September 2020…Read More
A recent Mountain State Spotlight article reports that the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation is asking the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals to substantially limit the ability of inmates and their families to hold the State accountable when correctional officials are deliberately indifferent to serious…Read More
A serious tractor-trailer accident on Interstate 80 in Union County, Pennsylvania, highlights the devastating consequences that can occur when large commercial trucks collide with passenger vehicles. According to Pennsylvania State Police, a seven-vehicle crash occurred on I-80 westbound near mile marker 202…Read More
On July 10, 2026, a fatal helicopter crash in Pocahontas County, West Virginia claimed the life of an experienced pilot operating a Sikorsky S-76D helicopter. Nearly two weeks later, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its preliminary findings, providing the first…Read More
If you’ve been injured on the job in Pennsylvania, receiving the medical treatment your doctor prescribes should not become another battle. In a recent decision, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court clarified an important aspect of the state’s workers’ compensation law, making it more difficult for insurance companies to deny…Read More
Summer is a time when people spend more time outside enjoying warmer weather, vacations, neighborhood gatherings, parks, and outdoor activities. While these activities create opportunities for fun and relaxation, they also increase the chances of interactions between people and unfamiliar dogs.
Dog bite incidents often…Read More
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the lakes and rivers throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Whether you’re spending the day fishing, tubing, water skiing, or simply relaxing on the water, boating is one of the region’s favorite warm-weather activities. Unfortunately, increased boat traffic also means an increased…Read More
Summer is one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Families head out on vacations, friends take weekend getaways, and many people spend more time on the road enjoying the warm weather. While summer road trips can create lasting memories, they also bring an increased risk of…Read More
