Our hearts go out to the families and friends of the victims of the coal mine explosion on April 5, 2010 in Montcoal, W.Va. As the tragedy of the Massey mine disaster sinks in, the question is “Should it have been prevented?”  Sadly, the answer is yes. Last year, Federal inspectors cited Massey for 458 violations.  Already this year, Massey has been cited more than 100 times.  The result is our hard working miners paid with their lives.   Massey violated federal regulations known to make mines safer.  Now they’re gearing up to fight any claims that the families of victims may bring.  Ashcraft & Gerel, LLP in conjunction with The Underwood Law Offices in West Virginia is gearing up too, but we’re gearing up to help the families who suffered these great losses.  The Underwood Law Offices is a West Virginia law firm with a history of representing miners.  They have generations of family and friends in coal mining.   And they’ve teamed with Ashcraft & Gerel so you have the best opportunity to be fairly compensated for your loss.  Don’t let Massey talk you into a quick settlement.  Call either Ashcraft & Gerel at 1-800-829-7037 or The Underwood Law Offices at 304-522-0508.  In the alternative, fill out the form to the left  and someone will get back to you shortly. You deserve compensation for your loss.