Most drivers generally know that driving a car can be dangerous. However, that doesn’t always mean that they drive safely every time they’re behind the wheel. A recent car accident here in Maryland could be an example of that, though police are still investigating...
Auto Accidents
Driver charged in connection with fatal car accident
Most people will experience a car crash at some point in their lives, but most of the time the incident is simply an inconvenience. However, when car accidents prove fatal, the lives of those who loved the victims can change in an instant. This may be the case for...
How pain and suffering are calculated after a wreck
Many accident victims wonder just how their pain and suffering damages are calculated after they get injured in a wreck with another at-fault motorist. To be sure, it is a complex matter that few lay persons without legal training should undertake, lest their claims...
Been in a car accident? Follow these insurance claim tips
A car accident will turn your world upside down, with you immediately realizing that you're being pulled in many different directions. While your health is top priority, you should also find time to file an insurance claim.Here are five insurance claim tips you can...
Is it possible to prove a driver was on the phone during a crash?
Many Americans cannot go more than a few minutes without checking their smartphones. According to research, Americans between the ages of 18 and 24 send well over 2,000 texts a month, which comes out to 67 texts every day. Although laws are in place to make people...
3 medical mistakes to avoid after a car wreck
As you have probably noticed, Maryland’s roadways are busier than ever. Even with careful driving, you may eventually have a collision with another driver. What you do in the minutes, hours, days and weeks after a wreck may have a tremendous effect on your...
What to do when the other driver’s insurance agency calls you
Traffic collisions are rarely easy to figure out. This is especially true when more than two vehicles are in play, such as what happened on I-70 on Jan. 25. Police investigated the incident and found the cause was most likely a construction crew repairing potholes on...
How to talk to your insurance company after a car crash
After a car accident, you need to get in touch with your auto insurance provider within 24 hours. Car crashes are dangerous, and you do not want to assume your insurance company will pay for all expenses that arise. During your phone call, be...
Photos you take after a car crash often prove helpful
If you are the victim of a car crash, even a minor rear-end collision, the first thing to do is to check yourself and your passengers for injuries. The next steps involve documenting the incident, if you are well enough to do so. You will want to collect information,...
Steps when a drunk driver hits your car
You will naturally go through a lot of emotions when another driver hits your car. You will likely feel even more upset when you discover the other driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Maryland has strict laws for drunk drivers, even if they are first...