David H. Carriger

David H. Carriger, Environmental Attorney in Charleston, West Virginia

Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury · 4.8/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews

AttorneyatCalwell Luce diTrapano PLLC

Charleston, WV

Practicing environmental in Charleston since 1995.

31+
Years practicing
4.8 ★
3 client reviews
2
Bar admissions

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David H. Carriger is an attorney based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Environmental, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Calwell Luce diTrapano PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Based in
Charleston, WV
Experience
over 31 years
Known for
Environmental · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
  • Handles Environmental, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Charleston, WV.
  • Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with CV Notable.

About David H. Carriger: David H. Carriger is an attorney based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Environmental, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Calwell Luce diTrapano PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by David H. Carriger

David concentrates on environmental, medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Environmental cases in Charleston, West Virginia

David takes environmental matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Charleston, West Virginia

David takes medical malpractice matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Charleston, West Virginia

David takes personal injury matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Charleston, West Virginia

David takes product liability matters in Charleston, West Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

About David H. Carriger — Over 31 years of West Virginia environmental experience

David H. Carriger is an attorney based in Charleston, WV. The practice focuses on Environmental, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Calwell Luce diTrapano PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.

Dave Carriger has practiced law with the firm since 1996. He focuses his practice primarily on personal injury, medical malpractice, products liability, and toxic torts. Dave helped pioneer products liability litigation against mobile mining equipment manufacturers who failed to include proximity detection technology on their machines, which severely injured and killed coal miners. Dave was a lead attorney for the firm in class-action litigation against the Monsanto Company related to its dioxin contamination of the City of Nitro, West Virginia, and its residents. He has also litigated similar environmental contamination cases around the nation. During his free time, Dave enjoys roaming the West Virginia outdoors with his family, roots for West Virginia University's sports teams, and valiantly attempts to keep up with his teenage children's high school activities. He resides with his wife and children in Charleston.

Working with David on a environmental matter

Dave Carriger has practiced law with the firm since 1996. He focuses his practice primarily on personal injury, medical malpractice, products liability, and toxic torts. Dave helped pioneer products liability litigation against mobile mining equipment manufacturers who failed to include proximity detection technology on their machines, which severely injured and killed coal miners. Dave was a…

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in Charleston and the surrounding West Virginia area.

Credentials

David H. Carriger's legal education and bar admissions

  • George Washington University

    J.D. Managing · 1995

  • West Virginia University

    B.A. History · 1991

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • West Virginia U.S. C

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • Virginia

    1995 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. Managing in George Washington University and B.A. History in West Virginia University.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. Managing in George Washington University and B.A. History in West Virginia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in West Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of David H. Carriger

David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • CV Notable

Legal awards and honors

CV Notable.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

  • West Virginia Association for Justice

    membership

Locations

David H. Carriger's office in Charleston

David's primary office is at Law and Arts Center West, 500 Randolph Street, Charleston, WV, 25302. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Calwell Luce diTrapano PLLC

Law and Arts Center West, 500 Randolph Street

Charleston, WV 25302

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David H. Carriger — 4.8/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in Charleston.

4.8

3 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire David H. Carriger — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Charleston, West Virginia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every environmental matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David H. Carriger

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a environmental case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do environmental cases in West Virginia typically take?

    Simple environmental matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Charleston?

    David is licensed in West Virginia. Matters governed by West Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new environmental clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Environmental attorneys serving Charleston, Morgantown and Huntington in West Virginia

David handles environmental matters throughout West Virginia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.

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