If you are injured in a car or pedestrian accident that is caused by a ridesharing driver, it could leave you with a pile of medical bills, lost earnings from missing work for a while, and untold amounts of pain and aggravation. As painful and frustrating as the...
Year: 2020
Tips for avoiding sun glare accidents in West Virginia
During the fall and winter months, the days get shorter and commuters are forced to deal with that annoying sun glare during morning and evening rush hours. We all know what it is like to round a corner and get hit with a blast of bright sunlight. Suddenly, we can...
Who is at fault for a multi-vehicle accident?
Most vehicle accidents involve just two cars that collide with each other, or one car that hits another person or object. But there are some accidents that involve three or more vehicles. These accidents are sometimes called “multi-car pileups” or “chain reaction...
The impact of social media on a personal injury case
Just about everybody uses social media these days. People go on Facebook, Instagram, or their favorite platform to check in on what their family and friends are doing, read up on the latest news and share updates about what is going on in their lives. Since the advent...
The basics of personal injury law
When someone gets injured because of the negligent or reckless actions of another party, they may be eligible to file a civil claim for monetary damages. This is often referred to as “personal injury” or “tort” law. Personal injury laws allow an injured party to seek...
Can my car accident claim be reopened after it is settled?
If you got injured in an auto accident, you may be thinking about whether to accept a quick settlement offer from the responsible party’s insurance company. This is understandable. After getting hurt in an accident, finances can get pretty tight when you are out of...
The Masters Law Firm in Charleston, West Virginia is solely dedicated to representing persons injured or damaged by wrongful or negligent acts or omissions of others. We are a civil litigation firm, which means we do not represent those charged with crimes. We have exclusively represented the victims of wrongful acts throughout the state of West Virginia since 1974.