It's hard to conceive of a worse life-ending scenario than a pedestrian being struck by one vehicle and then dragged for miles by another. Yet, that was the fate of one local resident who met her demise earlier in November 2019.In its recap of the year's top stories,...
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The rights of a surviving spouse after a fatal car crash
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | Nov 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
The unexpected loss of a loved one in a preventable accident turns your life upside down. Many people experience strong emotions, ranging from depression to anger, while also needing to deal with planning a funeral and trying to maintain normalcy at home.Not only will...
Manufacturers’ responsibility in product liability
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | Sep 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
Consumers expect companies to uphold a certain standard of quality and care. Unfortunately, not every company hits the mark, and this negligence can sometimes lead to serious issues.In certain instances, it may be possible to successfully argue a product...
Top 5 innovations that help keep motorcyclists safer
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | Jul 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
The freedom you feel when riding your motorcycle is like nothing else. The only problem is that this kind of freedom comes with a certain amount of danger.However, designers and manufacturers are always thinking in terms of safety. Here are five innovations that will...
Why catastrophic injuries often occur a semi collision
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | May 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
It is almost impossible to avoid driving down I-70 or any number of backroads in West Virginia without coming across a tractor trailer. Without these essential transport vehicles, many goods would not get to their final destination.However, with the rise in traffic on...
Liability may extend to several parties in a truck-car crash
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | Mar 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
West Virginia motorists see a lot of big rigs on I-70 and other busy highways. It can also be a little intimidating to meet an 18-wheeler on a curve on one of our winding roads. The trailer portion of these rigs often follow the truck on a shorter path and end up left...
After an accident, watch for signs of a TBI
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | Feb 5, 2019 | Uncategorized
When you merge onto I-70, you probably do not think much about being in an automobile accident. After all, you drive safe. Automobile collisions on West Virginia’s roadways are more common than you probably think, though. Eventually, you may find yourself...
Involved in a car accident? What to discuss with your doctor
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | Jan 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
Even minor car accidents have the capability to seriously injure all parties involved. More serious accidents routinely cause some injury and anyone involved should look out for their own health after a crash. One of the most important things to do following an...
Unique dangers of driving on rural roads
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | Oct 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Car crashes are shockingly common in West Virginia, perhaps partly due to the prevalence of rural roads. In fact, nearly 62 percent of deadly auto accidents in the state take place on rural roads. Due to our winding hilly road and a lack of barriers and...
3 causes of preventable deaths in hospitals
On Behalf of Gellner Law Offices | Sep 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
When you are ill or simply being proactive about your health, you may visit a hospital for a check-up or treatment. The last thing you would expect is to have your health worsened. Too often, though, hospitals threaten patients' health as much as they improve it. This...
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