Governments at all levels are heavily involved in the daily lives of Marylanders. Government agencies own property that members of the public use. Government agencies also do a number of activities in the communities they serve, some being riskier than others. Also,...
When a person is injured in an accident caused by another party's negligence, the injured can hold the negligent party liable for their damages. In this way, the injured can recover compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and other...
Summer is usually the most active time of year for Maryland residents. Many of us attend outdoor gatherings, such as concerts, weddings or picnics, and these events usually involve alcohol. With more people out and about at social events, the number of drunk drivers...
When people think of accidents, they are thinking about automobile collisions. These are common in Maryland and across the nation. The statistics for road crashes are increasing. However, injuries and loss of life can happen under many other circumstances, not just...
By now, most Maryland residents are aware of the dangers of distracted driving, which is a factor in a high number of motor vehicle accidents each year. While most of us associate distracted driving with using our phones, there are many other things that contribute to...
An estimated 42,915 Americans died in traffic accidents in 2012 according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration preliminary estimates. This is the highest number of accident deaths since 2005 and the greatest yearly increase in the Fatality Analysis...
A serious injury can put you a terrible position financially, as well as physically. After an accident it can be difficult to maintain the lifestyle you are accustomed to even if you do fully heal. If you are just starting out in life, you may not have the resources...
The losses that you suffer in a car accident can leave you reeling. You might struggle to figure out how to pay for your medical expenses and rehabilitation costs, let alone put food on the table, pay your rent or mortgage, and buy a new car. But as stressful as the...
When Maryland residents lose loved ones in sudden and unexpected situations, sometimes they find that a wrongful death lawsuit is an option if the death in question was caused due to another party’s negligence or recklessness. These can be difficult circumstances to...
Losing a loved one due to a tragic event such as a motor vehicle or other type of accident can be devastating, particularly when the accident is caused by the negligence or recklessness of someone else’s actions. Many people’s lives are never the same afterward, and...