- Child AbuseFreeman & Chiartas is dedicated to representing and protecting our most vulnerable members of society...children. Every year, as many as 20 million children in the United States are injured as the result of another party’s wrongdoing. Many of these injuries could be prevented but instead, a child’s life is forever changed. Children, by their very nature, are involved in a variety of accidents including, motor vehicle accidents, injuries caused by defective or dangerous toys, negligent or inattentive adults, dog bite injuries, lead poisoning, household fires, playground or sports injuries, and other injuries at school. Horribly, many children are also intentionally injured through child abuse, neglect, or molestation. Freeman & Chiartas can help you obtain compensation for medical care, emotional counseling, and payment for the child’s pain and suffering.
- Wrongful DeathDepending on the type of accident, you might suffer brain injuries, spinal cord injuries or other catastrophic injuries. If you have lost a loved one in an accident or through medical malpractice, contact our firm about filing a wrongful death case.
- Traffic ViolationsWhether your accident was caused by a drunk driver, a distracted driver or a driver who is speeding or driving recklessly, that individual should be held accountable for his or her negligence. Our firm will aggressively pursue every avenue of monetary compensation possible in your unique situation.
- Sex Crimes
- Wrongful TerminationMany workers fear complaining about workplace mistreatment due to potential retaliation — demotion, loss of advancement opportunities, termination. In truth, the government has written numerous acts that protect workers from unfair treatment and wrongful termination. If you or a loved one has suffered workplace mistreatment, harassment or discrimination, do not hesitate to contact our firm as soon as possible. At Freeman & Chiartas, our Charleston employment law attorneys have extensive experience helping workers remain in a safe, fair working environment. We have a detailed understanding of the federal regulations as well as state statutes that are commonly violated in employment law matters.
- Employment ContractPeguero, et. al. v. Monterra Health Systems d/b/a Logan General Hospital, et. al., Circuit Court of Kanawha Co., WV, Civil Action No. 98-C-347, and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Charleston, WV, Case No. 98-C-21721
- Severance AgreementIt is important to work with a skilled lawyer to ensure your rights are not violated. For example, in West Virginia, there are numerous rules that your employer must follow if they choose to lay you off. There are rules regarding sick time and vacation pay that are often overlooked. We will carefully look at your paperwork to ensure that your employer has not violated your rights.
- Sexual Harassment
- Premises LiabilityInjuries suffered on another’s property, whether in a home, on a sidewalk, or in a commercial building or shop, are often the result of negligent maintenance or even complete disregard for the safety of others. If you or a family member have been injured in a slip-and-fall or other accident away from your home, you may have a premises liability claim. Contact Freeman & Chiartas for assistance and advice.
- Property DamageA serious accident can result in catastrophic injuries and devastating property damage. Injured individuals might have to spend thousands of dollars in medical care, all while losing wages or working reduced schedules. It is our goal to hold the negligent driver responsible for his or her actions while aggressively pursuing compensation for lost wages, medical bills, property damage, and pain and suffering.
- Personal InjuryEach of our attorneys has more than 30 years of experience, we know how important it is to get the help you need from attorney colleagues when a case gets to be too much. If you are an attorney facing any type of personal injury case that might be more than you can handle alone, call us or contact us online at the West Virginia law firm of Freeman & Chiartas. We can work with you as co-counsel, take the case for you or appear as local counsel. Our personal injury attorneys are experienced, professional and committed to superior, client-oriented service. Your clients will be well cared for in their personal injury cases.
- Medical MalpracticeMedical Malpractice /Birth Injury (Verdict). Mr. Chiartas served as co-counsel for the largest medical negligence verdict in WV. Robinson v. CAMC and Kanoj Biswas, M.D., Circuit Court of Kanawha County, WV, Civil Action No. 88-C-3685.
- Auto Accidents