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How Long Does a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Take?

Published on September 10, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Wrongful Death

In her book, “On Death and Dying,” Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross details the five stages of grief over the death of a loved one as: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While there is no timeline for how someone processes their grief, coping with what is considered a wrongful death can compound that process. Filing a […]

Can You Sue for Sexual Assault Without a Police Report?

Published on August 27, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Sexual Abuse Cases

A sexual assault is a violent crime with repercussions that can last a lifetime. The West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information (FRIS) presents tragic statistics that girls aged 16 to 19 are four times more likely to be victims of rape and “that 1 in 6 adult women will be the victim of an attempted […]

Can You File a Lawsuit for Childhood Sexual Abuse as an Adult?

Published on August 20, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Sexual Abuse Cases

One of the most challenging matters that courts have to deal with is sexual abuse. That issue is especially compounded when the victims of that abuse are children. According to data collected by West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services (FRIS), 64% of the victims of sexual abuse in the state are juveniles under […]

How Long Does an Accident Stay on Your Car Insurance Record?

Published on August 13, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Car Accidents

As we go through life, we are followed by records, starting with our report cards in school. You generate financial records when you go to work and begin to pay taxes. Those records also include your credit history. Of course, once you start driving, you create a whole new set of records that include any […]

The Top 5 Steps To Take After a Car Accident

Published on July 16, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Car Accidents

No one wants to deal with the aftermath of a car accident. However, once someone crashes into your vehicle, you need to take immediate action. Not only can some of these steps help save lives, but they can also protect your legal rights. From checking for injuries to contacting a personal injury lawyer, let’s examine […]

When Is Going to Trial a Good Idea?

Published on July 9, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Personal Injury

When dealing with legal disputes, the decision to take a case to trial is not one to be made lightly. According to the Harvard Business Review, less than 10% of lawsuits go to court. Doing so (or not) is based on a complex evaluation of various factors, including the strength of the evidence, potential costs, […]

What Is Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment?

Published on June 11, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Sexual Abuse Cases

Most individuals, especially those employed outside the home, are likely familiar with the concept of sexual harassment. After all, many employers take time to write about it in their employee handbook. Others even go as far as offering training about this unlawful workplace behavior. However, while many employees may have heard of sexual harassment, they […]

How Can I Find Out About Local Car Accidents?

Published on June 4, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Car Accidents

You put your safety at risk anytime you travel on the road, and that’s no different here in West Virginia. Data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows that in 2021, our state saw 257 fatal crashes that resulted in 280 deaths. While this number may seem relatively small, if you account for […]

First Actions To Take After a Truck Accident

Published on May 21, 2024, by Forbes Law | Truck Accidents

According to the latest Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration data, about 415,000 police-reported crashes involving large trucks. Of those numbers, there were 4,444 fatal crashes and 101,000 injury crashes. Dealing with the aftermath of a truck collision can be overwhelming. The mix of concern about injuries and vehicle damage, coupled with the potential impact on […]