Monthly Archives: June 2020
Driving During Storms Can Be Dangerous
There are accidents every year due to bad weather. Storms can lead to heavy rain and hazardous driving conditions, including hydroplaning. Hydroplaning, also sometimes referred to as aquaplaning, is when the wheels of a car or truck lose traction on a road because the road surface is wet, flooded, or covered with oil. After… Read More »
Teenage Drivers Are More Likely to Be In Accidents
There is a feeling of freedom connected with driving a car, so it stands to reason that many teenagers are proud to get their driver’s licenses and look forward to getting on the road. Excitement is part of the right of passage but parents are often concerned about the risks involved. This makes sense,… Read More »
Reopening Your Baltimore Business During the Pandemic
As many Maryland businesses are reopening or planning to reopen, cases of COVID-19, the illness caused by coronavirus, continue to be discovered around the country. If you are a worker headed back to the workplace or an employer concerned about how to best keep employee’s safe and avoid workers’ compensation disputes, talk to a… Read More »
Coping with Anxiety After a Car Crash
While lawyers are skilled at navigating the legal issues caused by car accidents, it is understood there is an emotional toll to accidents as well. Obtaining financial compensation to repair or replace a car is one thing, but coping with the trauma of the event can be just as necessary. Anxiety symptoms can be… Read More »
What If I Wasn’t Wearing a Seatbelt During My Baltimore Car Accident?
Seat belts are required in the state of Maryland. Drivers must buckle up, whether they are driving a few miles to a local store or across the state to visit family and friends. If you are not wearing a seat blue you are increasing your risk of injury and it could complicate matters if… Read More »
FMLA and Workers’ Compensation In Maryland
When an employee is injured on the job they may need to take time off to recover from the injury. It is important they take time to heal and do not rush back because they are concerned about losing their position. The truth is there are protections available to workers. As a worker in… Read More »
What Do I Do If I Had an Accident with an Uninsured Motorist?
After a car or truck accident, many turn to insurance companies for compensation. Ideally, every driver has auto insurance, but that is not always true. In fact, according to the Insurance Information Institute, over 12% of drivers in Maryland are uninsured motorists. In Maryland, as in most U.S. states, car insurance is required. But,… Read More »
What Are Slip and Fall Cases and Where Do They Occur?
It is human to sometimes get hurt. So it stands to reason that sometimes people slip or fall. Thankfully, in most instances, individuals are able to get up and go about their day without injury. But there are times when medical attention is needed following a fall. There are even instances when lifelong injuries… Read More »