On most days, traveling any of Maryland’s roadways to your destination can be a peaceful and relaxing time. However, even the safest of motorists can encounter a dangerous situation in the blink of an eye. Intoxicated drivers, motorists who are texting and driving,...
Auto Accidents
What are the leading causes of wrong-way driving?
Driving is an essential part of modern life, but it remains risky nonetheless. One particularly dangerous threat to road safety is wrong-way driving. The most common and devastating consequence of wrong-way driving is head-on collisions. These high-impact crashes...
Why Maryland drivers need to be extra cautious after a wreck
Car accidents happen everywhere, all the time – but where you have a car accident can actually have a tremendous impact on your ability to secure fair compensation for your losses. Every car accident claim rests on the idea that fault for the wreck has to be assigned...
Should you take the first offer in a car crash claim?
Sometimes, one party tries to settle quickly after a car crash. The driver or their insurance company offers the other party an amount to settle that may initially seem too good to refuse. But is it? Often, the first offer is a poor one. It’s a tactic people use to...
Signs you may have a traumatic brain injury after an accident
After a car accident, you may find that multiple areas of your life have changed. You may have painful physical injuries, and you may have significant emotional distress that comes from going through a traumatic event. The extent of your injuries may not be...
Risks of distracted driving are more serious than many realize
When behind the wheel, a driver’s primary responsibility is the task at hand. This means that he or she should focus on the safe operation of the vehicle and follow the rules of the road. Unfortunately, many drivers do not realize the importance of this...
How Maryland’s last clear chance doctrine allows you to file a lawsuit
When it comes to personal injury lawsuits arising from car accidents, Maryland can be strict about who can sue. Certain rules can block a driver from suing the other, no matter how severe their injuries and damages to their automobile are. Thanks to contributory...
How to prove liability after a truck accident
The size and weight of a truck can cause catastrophic damage. However, driving such a massive vehicle for long hours puts many truck drivers at risk of fatigue and falling asleep behind the wheel. Truck accident victims may seek compensation from the at-fault driver,...
Police searching for driver who hit and killed pedestrian
Drivers in Maryland face countless dangers and risks every time they take to the road. Drivers need to always stay focused and attentive while driving to avoid accidents. Unfortunately, some accidents are completely unpredictable and unavoidable. Hit-and-run...
Distraction may be a bigger safety concern than many realize
When behind the wheel, the primary responsibility of a driver is to adhere to the rules of the road and operate the vehicle as safely as possible. An important aspect of this is avoiding distractions of all kinds, including phones and other things that can take a...