I am sure I can speak for thousands of other folks in our region when I say I cannot wait for spring! While our winter has not been nearly as harsh as we were expecting, I am tired of the cold and dreary days and I am ready for the warm sunshine and flip flops. […]

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Potato chip lovers rejoice! Today is National Potato Chip Day. While many of us love this crunchy and flavorful snack, we may not know the history behind the potato chip. Believe it or not, it all began in 1853 when a customer at a restaurant was complaining about the soggy, thick and unsatisfying texture of […]

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As an attorney, I often get asked the question, “If I get sick, how do I make sure that my wishes are carried out?” In West Virginia, there are two types of health care documents that you can make.  The living will and the medical power of attorney.  Often times, people don’t understand the difference […]

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Insurance companies are extraordinarily proficient at collecting premiums. They are quick to cancel your policy if you are even a day late paying your premium.  Unfortunately, no such proficiency exists when it comes to paying policyholder claims.  Many times, claims are delayed for weeks, months and even years.  Many times, claims are illegitimately denied even […]

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Winter is my favorite time of year to cuddle up under a blanket with a good book and a hot cup of tea. It is also a great time for one of my favorite cold weather meals – chili and cornbread. Chili Recipe Here’s a simple crock-pot chili recipe that I like to use. It […]

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They say March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb, but with what Mother Nature has been dishing out lately, just about anything is possible. Last week, with temperatures in the 70s, it was like spring. The tulips began peeking up through the dirt and the birds greeted dawn with a […]

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The era of driverless vehicles is fast approaching, heralding the possibility of a significant drop in automotive fatalities – but also raising a completely new set of vehicle safety challenges. Regulatory responsibility for the safe operation of all motor vehicles is divided between the federal and state governments. Federal responsibility typically focuses on the vehicle […]

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