Court of Common Pleas Structure in West Virginia and Ohio
What Are The Differences in the Court of Common Pleas Structure? The Court of Common Pleas structure in WV and Ohio contains several differences. For those who don’t know, the common pleas section handles general trial cases. Each state has its own way of handling claims. At Summers & Associates, we are here to help […]
Traffic Stop Suspicion and Probable Cause in West Virginia
What Do Police Consider Reasonable Suspicion and Probable Cause? What constitutes traffic stop suspicion and probable cause in West Virginia are critical pieces of information to know. A police officer can detain a person for questioning, search for evidence, and make a DUI arrest with probable cause. While people use these two terms interchangeably, there […]
What is Admissible as Social Media Evidence in West Virginia?
Admissibility of Social Media Evidence Social media evidence in West Virginia is very appealing to the court system. The information digitally documented is often spontaneous, relatively permanent, and easily accessible. The American Bar Association tells us how courts use social media sites for discovery. As society continues to use digital media, information that was once […]
Property Division After Divorce in West Virginia
What Happens To Your Property After A Divorce? Property division after divorce in West Virginia can be an emotionally draining time. Determining how to divide your stuff in a fair way to both parties can be very tough. West Virginia operates under the equitable distribution principle. Have you ever heard of the equitable distribution principle? If […]
Car Accident with an Out-of-State Driver?
What You Need to Know in West Virginia and Ohio The attorneys of Summers & Associates are aware of what can happen if you are in a car accident involving an out-of-state driver. We are a law firm representing clients in the region of Parkersburg, West Virginia. Our lawyers handle these types of accident matters […]
Why Are Lane Departure Warning Systems So Effective?
Summers & Associates Shares How Technology Keeps Drivers Safer Lane Departure Warning Systems (LDWS) offer technological innovation combined with driver safety. Auto accidents happen so regularly that discovering ways that to keep drivers out of harm’s way is important. Drivers are aware that many vehicles can carry a risk of ‘blind spots.’ Despite being careful […]
Car Accident with Brain Injury: Legal Steps to Take
Do Not Delay in Reaching Out to Seek Medical and Legal Help If you or a loved one suffered a brain injury after a car accident, chances are the first responders took you to the nearest emergency room. You may have been unconscious if the accident and resulting trauma were severe. But what comes next? […]
Steps to Take After a Hit-and-Run Accident
Protect Your Rights with Our Step-by-Step List If you need to know the steps to take after a hit-and-run accident, then you may already be aware of the many questions that can come from an awful situation. In our previous post on accident claims, one of the proactive steps mentioned was the importance of recording […]
How Long Do I Have to File an Accident Claim in WV or OH?
Learn More on Accident Claim Matters in West Virginia and Ohio Many people ask us, “How long do I have to file an accident claim in WV or OH?” Throughout the Parkersburg region, a number of residents and businesses seek legal help for accident claims. If you are involved in an accident matter in West […]
Court Changes in West Virginia and Ohio Due to COVID-19 Restrictions
Courts in West Virginia and Ohio Have Safety Rules in Place Wherever you live in the Parkersburg, WV, region, the lawyers and staff at Summers & Associates realize how much COVID-19 changes affect us all. The simplest act of going out of our homes today requires much more preparation and caution. With a focus on […]