Kanawha County Personal Injury Lawyer
An injury changes everything. One moment you are going about your life — driving to work, running an errand, visiting a friend — and the next you are dealing with pain, medical appointments, missed time from work, and bills that are piling up fast. If your injury was caused by someone else’s carelessness, you should not have to carry that burden alone. At Stroebel & Stroebel, PLLC, we represent injury victims throughout Kanawha County and the surrounding area. Our office is right here in Charleston, and we know the courts, the community, and the challenges our clients face. If you have been hurt because of someone else’s negligence, we are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve.
Call us at 304-346-0197 or send us a message anytime. We respond promptly.
Personal Injury Law in West Virginia — What You Need to Know
When someone is injured because of another person’s or company’s negligence, West Virginia law gives the injured person the right to seek compensation for their losses. To succeed in a personal injury claim, you generally must show:
- The other party owed you a duty of care
- They breached that duty through careless or wrongful conduct
- That breach caused your injury
- You suffered real damages as a result
West Virginia follows a modified comparative fault rule. If you were partially at fault for the accident, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault — but as long as you are not more than 50% responsible, you can still recover. Insurance companies will often try to shift blame onto injured victims to reduce or eliminate what they owe. Having an experienced personal injury attorney on your side is one of the most effective ways to push back against those tactics.
The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in West Virginia is two years from the date of injury. Missing that deadline can permanently bar your claim, so it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after an accident.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Kanawha County
Stroebel & Stroebel, PLLC handles a wide range of personal injury cases for clients in Charleston, South Charleston, Dunbar, St. Albans, Nitro, Institute, Belle, and communities throughout Kanawha County, including:
- Car accidents — collisions caused by distracted, impaired, or reckless drivers on Interstate 64, Interstate 77, US Route 60, and local roads throughout the county
- Truck and commercial vehicle accidents — crashes involving tractor-trailers, delivery trucks, and other large commercial vehicles
- Motorcycle accidents — crashes caused by drivers who fail to see or yield to motorcyclists
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents — injuries to walkers and cyclists struck by vehicles
- Slip and fall accidents — injuries caused by dangerous conditions on someone else’s property, including wet floors, broken pavement, inadequate lighting, and other hazards
- Premises liability — injuries occurring on residential, commercial, or government-owned property due to the owner’s failure to maintain safe conditions
- Police misconduct and excessive force — injuries caused by unlawful conduct by law enforcement
- Wrongful death — when a loved one’s death results from another party’s negligence or misconduct
What Stroebel & Stroebel Does for Kanawha County Injury Victims
Paul E. Stroebel and Paul M. Stroebel have built their practice around representing people — not corporations or insurance companies. When you hire us, you work directly with attorneys who know your case and are personally invested in your outcome. We handle the legal fight so you can focus on your recovery.
When you hire us, we:
- Investigate your accident thoroughly, gathering evidence promptly — including accident reports, photographs, surveillance footage, witness statements, and expert analysis where needed
- Document the full extent of your injuries and losses, working with your medical providers to understand your diagnosis, treatment, and long-term prognosis
- Identify all responsible parties and all available insurance coverage, including underinsured and uninsured motorist coverage that you may not know you have
- Handle all communication with insurance adjusters so you are not pressured into a quick, low settlement before you know the full extent of your damages
- Negotiate aggressively for a settlement that reflects everything you have lost — not just your immediate medical bills
- File suit in Kanawha County Circuit Court and take your case to trial if the responsible party refuses to offer fair compensation
We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. There is no cost to speak with us about your case.
Damages You May Be Entitled to Recover
A fair personal injury settlement or verdict should account for all of the ways your injury has affected your life — not just the bills you have received so far. Depending on the facts of your case, you may be entitled to recover:
- Medical expenses — past and future, including emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, physical therapy, and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages for time missed from work during your recovery
- Diminished earning capacity if your injuries affect your ability to work long-term
- Pain and suffering — physical pain, discomfort, and the disruption to your daily life
- Emotional distress and mental anguish caused by the accident and its aftermath
- Loss of enjoyment of life — the activities, hobbies, and experiences you can no longer enjoy as you did before
- Property damage — the cost to repair or replace your vehicle or other damaged property
- Punitive damages in cases involving egregious or intentional misconduct
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon after an accident should I contact a lawyer?
As soon as possible. Evidence disappears quickly — surveillance footage is overwritten, witnesses become harder to locate, and physical evidence at the scene can be lost. The sooner an attorney is involved, the better positioned your case will be. There is no cost to call us and discuss what happened.
The insurance company already offered me a settlement. Should I accept it?
Do not accept any settlement offer before speaking with an attorney. Early offers from insurance companies are typically far below the full value of a claim. Once you accept a settlement and sign a release, you give up your right to seek additional compensation — even if your injuries turn out to be more serious than initially known. Let us evaluate the offer before you respond.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
You may still be able to recover compensation. Under West Virginia’s modified comparative fault rule, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. As long as you are not more than 50% responsible for the accident, you can still bring a claim. Insurance companies routinely exaggerate a victim’s share of fault to reduce their payout — we know how to challenge that.
Where will my case be filed?
Most personal injury cases arising from accidents in Kanawha County are filed in the Kanawha County Circuit Court, located in Charleston. We are experienced in this court and familiar with its procedures and expectations.
How long will my case take?
It depends on the complexity of your case and whether it settles or goes to trial. Some cases resolve in a matter of months; others take longer, especially when injuries are severe and future medical needs are uncertain. We will give you a realistic timeline based on the specifics of your situation and keep you informed throughout the process.
Contact Stroebel & Stroebel, PLLC
If you were injured in an accident anywhere in Kanawha County, you deserve an attorney who knows this community and will fight for everything you are owed. At Stroebel & Stroebel, PLLC, we are right here in Charleston and ready to help.
Call us at 304-346-0197 or send us a message anytime — we respond promptly.
Stroebel & Stroebel, PLLC
405 Capitol Street, Suite 102
Charleston, WV 25301
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship.