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...
Auto Accidents
Avoiding common mistakes after a car accident
It is not uncommon to feel confused and overwhelmed after an auto accident. It can be hard to keep your head on straight, not to mention make wise decisions that can protect your case and keep you from a false accusation of liability. You and other Maryland...
Debunking 4 common myths of car accidents
Dangerous car accidents occur all the time in Maryland. Take the case of a crash involving three vehicles on April 8th that resulted in the hospitalization of five people. Sometimes, crashes would have fewer long-term consequences if the drivers...
4 items that will better prepare you for a car accident
Few people expect to be involved in a serious car accident. Whether it is because the relative odds being in a collision are so low, or because someone thinks they are a good driver, the reality is that anyone can be in a motor vehicle collision at any time. While...
Do Not Settle Without Providing Required Notice to Uninsured Motorist Carrier
The amount of automobile insurance coverage that a Maryland driver is absolutely required to have is very small. Frankly, minimum insurance coverage is inadequate in the event of serious injuries or death. Therefore, a savvy car owner will make sure that he has...
Failing to Cross at Crosswalk is not Contributory Negligence
In the tragic case of Davis v. Board of Education, a 13-year-old child was struck and killed by a vehicle while crossing street to board school bus. A jury found that the bus driver negligently caused the child's wrongful death by failing to stop on the side of the...
What do you do if the Stop Sign Falls Down?
In the case of Mayor and City Council of Baltimore v. Stokes, a stop sign at the intersection of North Mount Street and Edmondson Avenue had fallen down. The drivers of two vehicles suffered injuries in an accident which occurred after the stop sign fell. Among other...