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304-525-3201742 4th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701

Barboursville, WV Personal Injury Lawyer

Serving Barboursville Residents Since 1988

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Personal Injury and Disability Attorneys Serving Barboursville, West Virginia

Experienced Lawyer Serving Huntington, West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky's Surrounding Areas

Barboursville residents have relied on Kenneth P. Hicks L.C. for personal injury, wrongful death, and Social Security Disability representation for more than three decades. The firm serves Barboursville from its Huntington office, located a short distance west along US-60 and I-64. Since 1988, the firm has recovered over $40 million for clients throughout West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, and beyond. Initial consultations are always free, and personal injury cases are taken on a contingency basis. If the firm does not recover on your case, there is no fee.

Personal Injury Representation for Barboursville Residents

Barboursville's position along the I-64 corridor and the commercial stretch of US-60 near the Huntington Mall produces a consistent volume of serious vehicle accidents. Rear-end collisions at retail entrances, intersection and left-turn crashes along Main Street, and commercial vehicle collisions on the interstate are among the matters the firm regularly handles for clients from the village and the surrounding area. Each case receives an individual assessment, because the facts, the available evidence, and the applicable insurance coverages differ in every claim.

An insurance adjuster will often make contact within hours of a serious accident. The firm's role is to manage those communications on the client's behalf, preserve the evidence that supports the claim, coordinate with treating providers on documentation of injuries, and pursue a result that reflects the full scope of medical bills, lost income, and other losses. Attorneys and paralegal staff communicate directly with clients and remain available to answer questions as they come up.

Where litigation becomes necessary, cases arising in Barboursville are typically filed in the Cabell County circuit court. The firm has litigated in that court throughout its history and is familiar with the local procedures and expectations that shape case progression. Many cases resolve through negotiated settlement, but preparation for trial is a standard part of how the firm develops each matter.

  • Car and passenger vehicle accidents
  • Rear-end and intersection collisions
  • Truck and commercial vehicle claims
  • Motorcycle accident representation
  • Social Security Disability applications and appeals
  • Wrongful death cases

How soon after an accident in Barboursville should I contact an attorney?

As soon as reasonably possible. Physical evidence at an accident scene can be cleared within hours, surveillance video from nearby businesses is often overwritten in a matter of days, and witness recollections fade. Insurance adjusters typically begin their own investigation quickly as well. Early legal representation makes it possible to preserve evidence, manage communications with insurers, and identify issues before they affect the value of the claim.

Do I have to travel to Huntington for a consultation?

No. Initial consultations can be conducted by telephone at no cost. The firm's office is a short distance from Barboursville along US-60, and in-person meetings are available for clients who prefer them. For clients whose injuries make travel difficult, home and hospital visits can be arranged.

What is the deadline for filing a personal injury claim in West Virginia?

Most personal injury claims in West Virginia are subject to a two-year statute of limitations, measured from the date of the accident. Wrongful death actions are generally subject to a two-year period as well. Certain circumstances can affect these deadlines, and some categories of claims are subject to shorter notice requirements. Consulting an attorney promptly is the best way to identify what deadlines apply to a particular case.

How are legal fees handled?

Personal injury and wrongful death cases are handled on a contingency basis. The firm's fee is a percentage of the recovery obtained on the client's behalf, and the fee is only owed if there is a recovery. Social Security Disability representation follows federal fee rules, which cap the attorney's fee at 25 percent of past-due benefits, subject to the federal maximum, and payable only if benefits are awarded.

A short conversation is often enough to determine whether a claim is worth pursuing.

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Contact the Firm About Your Barboursville Case

To schedule a free consultation, call 304-525-3201 or use the contact form on this website. There is no cost for the initial conversation and no obligation to hire the firm afterward. A member of the firm will respond to inquiries submitted through the contact form within one business day.

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