West Virginia Car Accident Lawyers Seeking Justice for Victims

The West Virginia car accident lawyers at Burke, Schultz, Harman & Jenkinson have helped clients throughout the state recover the compensation they deserve after being injured in auto accidents. Our team has nearly 150 years of combined legal experience, and we’ve recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our clients.

If you’ve been involved in a West Virginia (WV) car accident, and someone else was at fault, contact our law firm today to learn how we can help you. We’re located in Martinsburg and serve clients throughout WV. We also help accident victims in Hagerstown, Maryland, and surrounding areas.

Lawyers for West Virginia Auto Accident Cases of All Kinds

In the United States, motor vehicle crashes lead to thousands of deaths, millions of visits to emergency rooms, and billions in costs related to medical care and lost lives every year.

Speeding, drunk or distracted driving, and other driver errors are common causes of traffic accidents. Unsafe roads, construction hazards, and poorly maintained vehicles can also be to blame. Every accident is different, and every case should be handled with a tailored approach. Our attorneys will investigate the accident and determine what party or parties are at fault and responsible under the law to compensate you for your injuries and losses.

At Burke, Schultz, Harman & Jenkinson, we handle various kinds of West Virginia auto accident cases, including, but not limited to:

• Bus accidents;
• Bicycle accidents;
• Commercial delivery driver accidents;
• Construction zone accidents;
• Distracted driving accidents;
• Dram shop liability cases;
• Drowsy/fatigued driving accidents;
• Drunk and drug-impaired driving accidents;
• Hit and run accidents;
• Motorcycle accidents;
• Pedestrian accidents;
• Truck accidents; and
• Wrongful death resulting from auto accidents.

When you choose a West Virginia auto accident attorney, experience matters. We’ve represented clients in thousands of car accident cases, and we know how to navigate the legal system and advocate on your behalf.

Understanding West Virginia Personal Injury Laws

West Virginia personal injury laws allow victims of auto accidents to recover compensatory damages when they can prove that another party or parties are responsible for the accident.

The state uses a comparative fault standard, which assigns fault as a percentage of 100 based on each party’s role in causing the accident. As long as the injured person is not found to be more than 50 percent at fault for the accident, they are entitled to recover damages from the other responsible party or parties.

Damages that can be recovered in a West Virginia auto accident case include:

• Expenses for medical care and related travel and incidentals;
• Lost wages and loss of the ability to work;
• Vehicle or other property repairs or losses;
• Compensation for pain and suffering, mental anguish, and other personal impacts of the accident; and
• Punitive damages, in some cases.

A West Virginia auto accident lawsuit typically must be filed within two years of the date the accident and injury occur. However, it is important to act quickly so evidence can be collected to support your case.

Accident victims may choose to settle their claim, rather than take the case to court, but they should be wary of low-ball offers from the responsible party’s insurer. Insurance companies often have teams of lawyers who help them minimize the amount of compensation they pay to injury victims. Contacting an experienced West Virginia auto accident attorney as soon as possible can help level the playing field for accident victims, whether they choose to accept a settlement or take their case to court.

How West Virginia Car Accident Lawyers Can Help

If you or a loved one is the victim of a car accident, our experienced attorneys can help ensure you receive the maximum compensation that you are entitled to under WV law. These are some of the ways we can help:

• Investigate and gather evidence to support your claim;
• Identify responsible parties and establish fault;
• Consult with and get testimony from expert witnesses;
• Calculate damages to ensure full compensation;
• Negotiate with insurers;
• File a personal injury lawsuit if a reasonable settlement can’t be reached; and
• Present a strong, convincing case to the court.

The personal injury lawyers at Burke, Schultz, Harman & Jenkinson have the experience and resources to effectively handle West Virginia auto accident cases of all kinds. We have in-depth knowledge of the state’s personal injury laws and civil court processes and procedures, allowing us to manage even the most complex cases.

Contact a Car Accident Lawyer at Burke, Schultz, Harman & Jenkinson

If you’ve been involved in a car accident and another party was at fault, it’s important to know your rights and act fast to protect them. If you or a loved one has sustained an injury in an auto accident, contact the personal injury attorneys at Burke, Schultz, Harman & Jenkinson today.

Our dedicated team of West Virginia car accident lawyers can help you get the compensation you deserve. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you only pay for our services if and when we recover compensation for you. Contact us today for a free consultation by calling 304-263-0900 or filling out our online contact form.