Personal Injury
West Virginia Automobile Accidents
Unfortunately, many individuals are severely injured, disabled, or killed by the negligent or reckless operation of an automobile. When an injured individual or family member of a deceased loved one files a claim for the injuries, they are often faced with insurance adjusters, claims representatives, and attorneys, who represent the driver who was at fault for the accident. The interests of the insurance representatives are adverse to those of the injured party. Because of these adverse interests, the injured party should consult with an attorney, who can explain and protect their legal interests.
Representing automobile collision victims has always been one of the highest priorities of Akers Law Offices, PLLC. The attorneys of Akers Law Offices, PLLC have the experience to properly evaluate automobile cases and obtain the highest possible recovery. In addition, the lawyers and staff of Akers Law Offices, PLLC can assist an injured party in resolving their property damage claim and obtaining a rental car. Sadly, many doctors will not treat patients who have been the victim of an automobile collision due to their fear that they will not be compensated. Akers Law Offices, PLLC can assist automobile victims in getting the medical treatment they deserve by providing letters of protection and obtaining medical payment benefits from the victim's insurance company. If the case does not result in a fair and reasonable settlement, Akers Law Offices, PLLC will be prepared to enter into litigation and take the case to a jury.
West Virginia Wrongful Death Attorneys
Tragically, there are times when a family member or loved one is killed due to the negligence or recklessness of another individual, whether it be by automobile accident, medical malpractice, product liability, work place injury, or other means. Akers Law Offices, PLLC will assist the family in filing a claim for recovery in these matters, including assistance in the appointment of an administrator or executor of the estate of the deceased individual. Akers Law Offices, PLLC will work with the administrator or executor of the estate to investigate the claim and negotiate a fair settlement on behalf of the estate. If necessary, litigation will be initiated and the case presented to a jury.
West Virginia Medical Malpractice Lawyers
There are times, when individuals, who seek medical care and treatment for an illness or injury are not always provided with the proper and necessary treatment by their health care providers. In today's legal climate, claims for injury or death resulting from medical malpractice are hotly contested, difficult and expensive. However, Akers Law Offices, PLLC utilizes qualified medical physicians and nurses to evaluate claims to determine if they have merit. Once it is determined that a case has merit, Akers Law Offices, PLLC, along with the medical experts, will diligently proceed with the matter.
West Virginia Premise Liability Lawyers
When an individual is injured on the property of another individual or a business because of the property owner's negligence, that individual is entitled to recover damages for his or her injuries. The most common premise liability case is the "slip and fall" in which an individual, through no fault of their own, slips and falls, which results in an injury. Akers Law Offices, PLLC can assist in the investigation and prosecution of cases involving premise liability.
West Virginia Workplace Injury Lawyers
West Virginia workers are injured every day during the course and scope of their employment. Many individuals believe that their recovery is limited to that provided by the Workers' Compensation system. However, in many cases a claim can be made against the employer for what is commonly referred to as "deliberate intent." If an employer acted with "deliberate intent" in regard to the employee's injury, the employee can recover an additional amount of damages from their employer. Simply stated, the employer is guilty of acting with "deliberate intent" when they expose an employee to an unsafe working condition, and the employer has a subjective realization and appreciation of the existence of an unsafe working condition and of the high degree of risk of serious injury or death associated with that unsafe working condition. The attorneys at Akers Law Offices, PLLC are experienced in evaluating workplace injuries to determine if a claim can be asserted for "deliberate intent."
West Virginia Product Liability Lawyers
Individuals often take for granted that the products they buy or use are reasonably safe for their intended use. However, a defective product can injure, disable and even kill a person. In such cases, an injured individual can recover damages from the manufacturer or seller of the product under theories of strict liability, breach of warranty, and negligence. Akers Law Offices, PLLC can assist in the investigation and prosecution of claims resulting from a defective product, including having the defective product inspected by experienced experts.
West Virginia Unfair Insurance Practices
There are several occasions in which an individual might find himself or herself negotiating with either their own insurance company or the insurance company of someone whose negligent or reckless conduct caused them or their property injury. In such negotiations, the insurance company owes the individual a duty to promptly investigate the claim and to make a fair and prompt settlement offer if liability is reasonably clear. However, often times, the insurance company takes advantage of an individual representing himself or herself and fails to meet its obligations. An individual that has been unfairly treated can file a claim commonly referred to as a "bad faith" claim and recover damages from the insurance company. Akers Law Offices, PLLC and its attorneys are experienced in litigation of bad faith claims against insurance companies.