Personal injury from auto accidents is a constant danger in Maryland. Studies attempt to determine the causes of these crashes and formulate solutions to keep people safer when they are on the road. Part of this research is to specify which locations have the highest...
Year: 2019
Leading causes of truck accidents
Driving a truck requires an increased level of care due to how dangerous accidents can be. The size and weight of these vehicles alone have the potential to do significant damage in a crash. There is also the element of what the truck is carrying that could...
Driving after smoking marijuana can cause personal injury
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Maryland is known to be a dangerous act that can cause an accident with personal injury and death. Still, people tend to categorize what it means to be "driving under the influence" and will downplay the danger of...
Construction worker hurt in fall might need workers’ compensation
There are always a significant number of construction projects in progress throughout Maryland. While this is a boon to the economy, improves the landscape and provides jobs for construction workers, there are inherent dangers with this type of employment....
Risky jobs can cause personal injury and death in Maryland
Maryland residents can suffer personal injury and death in many ways whether it is when they are out on the road as drivers or pedestrians or it is because of an accident while at work. Since these incidents are so unexpected and can be costly in an endless number of...
Teen drivers enhance risk of personal injury and death in summer
The roads in Maryland and across the nation can be treacherous at any time of year, but there are certain months when that danger is exacerbated by circumstances. One such time is the summer. A significant factor in the enhanced risk is the number of teens who are on...
What workers’ compensation benefits can I get for a hernia?
Maryland workers might think workers' compensation benefits are limited to injuries where they have broken bones, head injuries, back injuries and worse. However, any injury, condition or illness that limits the person's ability to do his or her job and came about...
Teen ADHD increases danger of auto accidents
Teenage drivers are known to be at high risk for being involved in crashes and causing personal injuries to others. Because they are inexperienced, this is a natural phenomenon. Adding in other factors and the danger of a young driver is inherent and concerning.A new...
Estate planning excuses that do not stand the test of time
One of the biggest issues with estate planning in Maryland is that people are reluctant to take that first step and create even a basic document that addresses their needs. Even those who have excuses that sound reasonable are mistaken when they do not take certain...
Safety Tips For Commuters
Drivers who are on the road Monday through Friday traveling to and from work may be at a higher risk of an accident, as they are on the road at time where traffic is at its worst.Most accidents occur between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., a survey says, which is also known as...