When it comes to car crashes, few are as frightening or as deadly as head-on collisions.

Unlike side-impact or rear-end crashes, these accidents involve the full force of two vehicles moving directly toward one another. That energy transfer often leads to catastrophic injuries, significant property damage, and a higher chance of fatalities. While head-on car crashes are relatively rare compared to other types of accidents, they remain among the most dangerous on the road.

Whenever a car breaks down on the road, it slows down traffic. Drivers can’t resist the urge to reduce their speed to see what is going on. Unless a driver plans on pulling over to help, there is no need to slow down. A call to a tow service can quickly remove the car from the road and transport it to a mechanic’s garage.

Things get more complicated when a semi-truck breaks down.

When a big rig breaks down, it requires a specialized tow truck to remove it from the highway. There might also be an issue with offloading cargo onto a second truck. Either one of those scenarios could bring traffic to a grinding halt.

How often do large trucks break down on the highway?

It’s recommended that interstate truckers should expect repairs every 50,000 to 100,000 miles. If they skip those repairs, it can lead to a serious truck accident.

The Charleston truck accident attorneys at DiPiero Simmons McGinley & Bastress, PLLC, have helped many clients who have been victims of a collision with a truck. When mechanical failure is a contributing factor in an accident, the truck driver, the trucking company, and the fleet mechanic could all be held liable.

Most people do not think about driving in extreme wind until they’re suddenly in the middle of it. Whether driving during a blustery day or in the early bands of a storm system moving through, strong winds can make even a short drive feel stressful.

If you’ve ever driven through open highway stretches or over bridges during gusty conditions, you know how unpredictable and uncomfortable this experience can be. And if you are not careful, you could even end up in a car crash.

Fortunately, there are steps and precautions drivers should take in extreme winds. Here’s what to keep in mind.

Industrial work keeps the world running. From manufacturing to construction to warehousing, millions of workers operate heavy machinery, handle hazardous materials, and keep supply chains moving.

But with the physical demands of these jobs comes a higher risk of injury, and many of those injuries stem from unsafe working conditions. When employers choose to cut corners, ignore safety regulations, or don’t train their employees properly, all workers pay the price.

So, what qualifies as unsafe?

The answers can help workers protect themselves and hold employers accountable.

The nation’s supply chain depends heavily on truck drivers. From delivering groceries to restocking warehouses, commercial trucks move goods day and night. But truckers don’t just drive randomly around the clock.

Their schedules often follow patterns influenced by delivery deadlines, regulations, traffic conditions, and even personal preference. Knowing when truckers are most active on the road can help us stay informed of road safety trends, traffic congestion, the timing of commercial deliveries, and even reduce the likelihood of truck accidents.

As a motorcycle rider, you love the experience: the wind in your face and the engine humming beneath you. But someone acting negligently on the road can put you in serious danger.

Now, the road shifts beneath your tires, and the world flips sideways in a blur of metal, gravel, and panic.

As a rider, you know the risks, but that does not make the aftermath of a motorcycle accident any easier to handle.

If you have just been through a motorcycle crash or are helping someone who has, here is what you need to know about what to do after a motorcycle accident.

Almost every driver in West Virginia may have faced this situation. You are cruising down a mountain road or weaving through a small West Virginia town when suddenly, you are jolted by a pothole, have to swerve around debris, or slam on the brakes for a downed tree limb.

Road hazards do more than damage vehicles or cause car accidents; they put lives at risk. So, what to do if you see a road hazard in West Virginia?

Your report could help prevent a crash or injury. Here are the steps for reporting a road hazard in West Virginia.

Step 1: Make Sure You Are Safe

Before you even think about reporting the issue, take care of yourself. If you are driving and spot something dangerous, like a washed-out shoulder, don’t slam on the brakes or swerve suddenly. That can be just as dangerous.

If it is safe, pull over and turn on your hazard lights. Take a deep breath and assess the situation. If someone’s hurt or the hazard has caused an accident, it is fine to call 911 right away.

The term “serious injury” gets used a lot in legal claims, insurance paperwork, and even casual conversations.

But what does it actually mean?

The definition can shift depending on the context, and it plays a significant role in everything from truck accident lawsuits to liability reports and insurance payouts. Knowing what constitutes a serious injury not only clarifies your rights but also influences how an injury is treated under the law and within the healthcare system.

When something goes wrong with your medical care, your first instinct is to hold someone responsible. For many, that means taking steps to start a medical malpractice claim.

While many people immediately think of doctors when they hear the term “medical malpractice,” there are other professionals who can make mistakes that lead to serious harm.

Which healthcare workers can be responsible for malpractice? Whether you were given the wrong medication, misdiagnosed, or injured during a procedure, that responsibility does not stop with your physician. Let’s find out who can be held liable in these instances.

DiPiero Simmons McGinley & Bastress, PLLC, is proud to announce that Lonnie Simmons has been presented with the 2025 Stanley E. Preiser Member of the Year Award.

This award is presented annually and is named in honor of Stanley Preiser, who founded the West Virginia Association for Justice (WVAJ) in 1959. In 2018, Tim DiPiero was also presented with this prestigious award.

The WVAJ represents nearly 500 attorneys who practice in West Virginia and surrounding states. They are committed to providing West Virginians with quality legal representation, and that has been the guiding principle of Lonnie Simmons’ illustrious legal career.

Throughout his career, Mr. Simmons has been dedicated to finding justice for his clients, including many who were the victims of police misconduct and civil rights violations.