Author Archives: Jay Butchko
3 FAQs on Medical Malpractice in Maryland
Medical malpractice is a complicated facet of personal injury law. As modern medicine has become more and more complex, so too has the law regulating liability for patient injuries. In this ever-evolving medical field, it can be difficult to discern between human error and actual malpractice. To help provide some context, the following sections… Read More »
Maximum Benefits for Maryland Workers’ Compensation Claims
Under Maryland state law, workers’ compensation provides an efficient mechanism for addressing workplace injuries. For covered employees and employers, the workers’ compensation system allows for quick resolution of workplace incidents. The employee can receive financial assistance with medical bills and diminished earning capacity. The employer can avoid the danger of a costly and time-consuming… Read More »
Maryland Wrongful Death Lawsuit Leads to $1.67 Million in Damages
A Maryland jury awarded a Maryland widow $1.67 million in damages in a wrongful death lawsuit, reported The Daily Record. The verdict arrived this September in the Harford County Circuit Court — more than three years after a 57-year-old man died from gastrointestinal issues. This case originated back in 2014. In late February of… Read More »
Visitor Classification in Maryland Premises Liability Cases
Premises liability claims often arise because a property owner breached their duty of care. If this breach is the proximate cause of harm to a visitor, then the property owner may be responsible for a premises liability claim. That being said, a property owner’s required duty of care can change based on the type… Read More »
Review Board Sues Baltimore Police Department for Misconduct Files
The Baltimore Civilian Review Board (Board) filed a lawsuit to force the city police department to turn over records and documents related to allegations of police misconduct, reported The Baltimore Sun. The Board is a civilian agency that oversees claims of abuse against officers in the Baltimore Police Department (BPD). The Board is made… Read More »
Maryland Laws Against Threats of Mass Violence
School shootings and other public acts of mass violence can happen across the United States. When someone commits an act of mass of violence — or even just threatens to do so — it puts a severe strain on government resources. Law enforcement officers must arrive at the scene and mitigate the danger. Paramedics… Read More »
Car Insurance Regulations in Maryland
Almost every day, car accidents lead to many instances of bodily injury, death and property damage across the State of Maryland. In order to decrease the burden of these dangerous incidents, all car owners and drivers must have liability coverage through a valid car insurance policy. Does Everyone Need Car Insurance in Maryland? According… Read More »
How Does Maryland Address Assault and Battery?
It is fairly common to hear confusion surrounding assault and battery crimes. At common law, the term assault generally refers to the threat of force. An assault victim has a reasonable fear that the offender will cause harm or injury. Assault does not require physical contact. On the other hand, battery does require physical… Read More »
What is Criminally Negligent Manslaughter by Vehicle or Vessel?
With so many drivers on the road every day, car accidents are unfortunately common. In most cases, thankfully, these accidents are limited to lesser fender-benders, resulting in minor property damage. The drivers involved simply exchange their insurance information and go about their business. In the most extreme cases — where an accident leads to… Read More »
Workplace Shooting in Maryland Claims 7 Crime Victims
In Harford County, Maryland, a workplace shooting claimed seven crime victims and left four people dead, reported The Baltimore Sun. The shooter was a temp worker who concluded the rampage by killing herself. This workplace shooting occurred on September 20th at approximately 9 a.m. That is when the 26-year-old shooter entered her employer’s distribution… Read More »
