Motorcycle Accident in Beckley

A man was airlifted to a Charleston hospital on Sunday after his motorcycle collided with a minivan on U. S. 19 near Maple Fork Road.  The occupants of the minivan were not injured in the accident.  The Register-Herald reported the story here.
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West Virginia Man Injured in Harley Davidson Accident

A West Virginia resident was injured in an accident on Wednesday on Route 41 near Prince, West Virginia.  A Harley Davidson rider lost control while trying to make a turn, according to the Register-Herald.  The driver was flown to Charleston Memorial Hospital following the accident.  The story is here.
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Teenager Injured in WV Motorcycle Accident

The Register-Herald reported yesterday that a 17 year-old was injured in a motorcycle accident near Cyclone, Wyoming County, West Virginia.  The story is here.
The Wyoming County Sheriff’s Department said the victim swerved to miss something in the road when the accident occurred.  The victim was flown to Charleston Area Medical Center following the accident.
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Q and A with a WV Wrongful Death Lawyer

The Register-Herald reported yesterday that an elderly woman was killed in a car accident on I-64 near Sandstone Mountain.  The article is here.
When dealing with an accident that involves a death, it is important to discuss your case with a WV wrongful death lawyer in order to make certain that any offers by an insurance company [...]

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Icy Roads Lead to Numerous Accidents in Beckley

The Register-Herald reported that icy roads on December 23 lead to numerous accidents in the Beckley area.  The article is here.   On Interstate 64, a tractor trailer was reportedly jackknifed and close to 40 cars were in a ditch due to the ice.
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Motorcycle Accident at Nicholas County Airport

The Register-Herald reported that a man was killed in a motorcycle accident at the Nicholas County Airport on Friday. The story is here.  
If you or a loved one have been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact a West Virginia motorcycle accident lawyer from Rist Law Offices to discuss your case.  We handle all motorcycle [...]

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Motorcyclist Killed on US 19 in Fayette County

The Register-Herald reported that a motorcyclist was killed on US Route 19 in Fayette County yesterday.   The story is here.  Apparently, a woman attempted to turn onto US Route 19 and did not see the motorcycle.  The motorcyclist was killed and the other driver was uninjured.  
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New River Gorge Bridge Day and Motorcycle Safety

The Register-Herald reported yesterday that the West Virginia Motorcycle Safety Program will sponsor a ride across the New River Gorge Bridge during the Bridge Day Festival on October 18.  The report is here.  The article notes that the ride is being used to promote awareness of safe riding and proper interaction with other vehicles.
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Clarksburg Motorcycle Accident

The Times West Virginian reported that a Clarksburg, West Virginia man was killed in a motorcycle accident this past Saturday.  The story is here.  The story did not report whether the man was wearing a helmet or the circumstances of the accident.
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West Virginia – A Motorcycle Destination

A report on West Virginia Public Broadcasting highlighted the growing number of motorcyclists that are coming to West Virginia to experience our scenic roads.  The report is here.  The report notes that the number of registered motorcycles in West Virginia has doubled since 2005.  While this means increased tourism, it could also mean increased accidents.
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