Real Results: How We’ve Helped Medical Malpractice Victims Get Justice
When medical professionals fail to meet the standard of care, the consequences can be life-changing. At Hamstead, Williams & Meek, we’ve spent years fighting for victims of medical malpractice in West Virginia, securing substantial settlements and verdicts for those who have suffered due to negligence.
In this post, you will learn more about what medical malpractice looks like, why experience matters, and read some recent medical malpractice case highlights.
Rear-End Collision in Morgantown
Our client, a young woman from Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, was rear-ended while driving in Morgantown. Despite the clear nature of the crash, the at-fault driver’s insurance company refused to admit liability and offered an unreasonably low settlement for her injuries. To secure fair compensation, we filed a lawsuit in Monongalia County and aggressively litigated the case […]
Family Injured in High-Speed Rear-End Collision
A family of three from West Virginia was traveling to Washington, Pennsylvania, when they were struck from behind while stopped in traffic. The at-fault driver, who was distracted, crashed into them at a high rate of speed, causing significant injuries. Despite clear liability, the other driver’s insurance company refused to offer a fair settlement. We […]
Passenger Injured in Ride-Share Crash
Our client was a passenger in a ride-share (Uber) when the driver recklessly pulled out into traffic and collided with another vehicle. The impact caused our client to hit his head, resulting in multiple facial lacerations. We pursued a claim against the responsible parties and negotiated with the insurance company to ensure our client received […]
Head-On Collision Near Waynesburg, PA
Our clients, a husband and wife, were driving near Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, when they noticed a young driver losing control and veering into their lane. In an effort to avoid the crash, they pulled off to the side of the road, but the reckless driver still struck them head-on. Both suffered severe injuries, with the wife […]
Elderly Man Struck by Backing Vehicle
Our client, an elderly gentleman, was leaving a computer class for seniors when another vehicle backed into him in the parking lot, causing him to fall and hit his head on the ground. He suffered a significant head injury, requiring a two-month stay in a rehabilitation hospital. Understanding the long-term impact of his injuries, we […]
Head-On Collision in Morgantown
Our clients, a husband and wife, were traveling in Morgantown when another vehicle crossed the center line and struck them head-on. Both suffered injuries, with the wife sustaining a broken arm that required surgery and an extended recovery period in a sling. Over several months, we presented strong evidence, including expert reports from her treating […]
Rear-End Collision with Commercial Coal Truck
Our client, a male driver, was rear-ended by a commercial coal truck in Pennsylvania, resulting in significant back injuries, including disc herniations. Given the severity of his injuries and the impact on his daily life, we pursued full compensation for his damages. After filing a lawsuit, the insurance company quickly recognized the strength of our […]
Hit-and-Run by Commercial Truck
Our client, a woman driving on a two-lane road, was sideswiped by a commercial truck hauling tree-cutting equipment. The impact caused significant injuries, but the truck driver failed to stop, later claiming he didn’t realize the collision had occurred. Fortunately, a witness followed the truck and helped identify the driver and the company. After investigating […]
Head-On Collision with Drunk Driver
Our client, a young man, was driving in Preston County, WV, when a drunk driver crossed the center line and struck his vehicle head-on. Fortunately, he sustained only minor injuries, but the reckless and dangerous conduct of the other driver made the case especially serious. Despite the relatively minor physical injuries, we leveraged the egregious […]