How Long Do You Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit in West Virginia?

Statutes of limitations are laws setting the deadlines for filing lawsuits. These time frames vary for each type of case from state to state. In West Virginia , you generally have two years from the car accident date to file a claim for personal injury or property damage. That time limit applies no matter the cause of the car accident. If a person dies due to an accident, the personal representative of their estate has two years from the date of death—not the accident date—to file a wrongful death suit. Resolving a car accident lawsuit takes time, but the case itself does not need to be decided by the end of the statute of limitations. You must simply file suit before the statute of limitations expires. If you don’t file your car accident claim before the statute of limitations expires, you may lose your right to compensation, and the court can dismiss your case, no matter how strong it is. While two years may sound sufficient, filing a car accident claim takes time. You’ll need to find a skilled lawyer like the ones at Warner Law Offices, PLLC , to evaluate your case. Your lawyer will need time to investigate, conduct research, gather evidence, and prepare the necessary paperwork to file the claim in court. Don’t put off speaking with a lawyer about a car accident claim, and don’t rely on the insurance company to offer you a fair settlement. Insurance companies are motivated by their bottom lines and will not look out for your best interests. Be proactive and consult a lawyer immediately to learn about your options. It’s crucial to speak with an attorney about the specific facts of your case, even if you aren’t sure you should file a claim or if you think the statute of limitations has already expired. The lawyers at Warner Law Offices, PLLC, will have the most up-to-date knowledge to guide you to the right decision for your case.

Why Does West Virginia Law Put Time Limits on Filing Car Accident Lawsuits?

A statute of limitations for car accident claims protects the defendant while ensuring justice is served. It forces the plaintiff to act to file the claim before memory fades and evidence becomes difficult to gather. The first few days after an accident are crucial in gathering accurate evidence to support your claim. Waiting longer may make memories hazy or allow key evidence to get lost. That could result in a miscarriage of justice because a jury or finder of fact would be more likely to issue an incorrect or unfair decision. It also protects the defendant from having the threat of a potential lawsuit hanging over them for the rest of their life. They can rest assured that they won’t face a hefty legal bill 20 years after the accident.

How Can Warner Law Offices, PLLC, Help?

If you are the victim of a car accident in West Virginia, the car accident attorneys at Warner Law Offices, PLLC, are ready to answer your questions about filing a car accident claim. Even if you aren’t sure you want to pursue a claim, our award-winning attorneys can help you better understand your rights. If you decide to file one, we’ll ensure your lawsuit is timely and guide you through the process so you can focus on healing and taking care of your family. Whether your case requires negotiation with an insurance company, goes to arbitration, or goes to trial, we’ll support your fight for full and fair compensation.

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Warner Law Offices Joins Heart + Hand Outreach Ministries To Help Support Students In Need

On July 28th, 2023, Heart + Hand Outreach Ministries held their annual ‘Back To School Bash’. This event provided assistance to families who are struggling financially by donating backpacks and other critical school supplies. By giving these essential items, Heart + Hand Outreach Ministries ensures that every child, regardless of their circumstances, has the necessary tools to learn in their classroom, a commitment that highlights their dedication to improving the local community.

Attorney Bobby Warner, and the rest of the Warner Law Office, teamed up with Heart + Hand Outreach Ministries to provide dozens of children in the community with essential school supplies to start the year off right.

Warner Law Offices Donates 120 School Items

Warner Law Offices understands the financial hardships a new school year can bring for parents throughout West Virginia. Which is why Bobby Warner and his team donated more than 120 much-needed school items including backpacks, school supplies, clothing, and more.

In honor of their generous donations through the first half of 2023, Warner Law Offices received the ‘Good Neighbor Award’, a fitting testament to their ongoing dedication to helping those in need. This award reaffirms their esteemed position as not just a law firm, but a bedrock of support within the Charleston community.

Warner Law Offices is a Dedicated Member of the Charleston, WV Community

The reach of Warner Law Offices extends beyond their partnership with Heart + Hand Outreach Ministries. They are continuously involved in numerous other initiatives in Charleston, amplifying their community support throughout various sectors.

The firm’s dedication to community service is part of its guiding principles, borne out of dedication to being more than just a legal resource, extending its competency and influence for the active development of the Charleston, WV community. The belief is that when you help someone else, everyone benefits. The firm is dedicated and inspired to be a positive influence and makes a direct impact that will create a difference for people and their families, both now and in the future.

Bobby Warner is also the the founder of Beyond The Backyard, a charitable youth foundation, launched the organization with the goal of getting West Virginia children more involved in hunting, fishing, and camping.

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Bobby has received many accolades throughout the years from both his peers in the legal community, as well as the media. The National Trial Lawyers association named Bobby a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and he has been selected as a Member of the Nation’s Top One Percent. Additionally, he has been named a Best Attorneys of America by Rue Ratings, which also named Warner Law Offices to its Best Law Firms of America.