Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Gross Weight Restrictions for Commercial Vehicles in Maryland
In order to minimize the chance of truck accidents and similar incidents, the State of Maryland imposes certain restrictions on the gross weight of commercial vehicles. By regulating the weight of commercial vehicles, the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (the Administration) can help ensure safe public highways for all drivers within the state. Registration Based… Read More »
How Does Maryland Define Medical Malpractice Laws, Limits and Damages?
The laws governing medical malpractice exist at the state level. This means that the definition of medical malpractice varies from state to state. In Maryland, specifically, medical malpractice is a type of personal injury claim. Furthermore, Maryland law imposes certain time limits and damages caps for medical malpractice claims. What Qualifies as a Medical… Read More »
Constitutional and Statutory Rights for Crime Victims in Maryland
There are a number of constitutional and statutory rights available to crime victims in Maryland. Whether these rights appear in the Maryland Constitution or statutory law, crime victims should be aware of their rights. Otherwise, they may not understand how to exercise all of their powers under the law. Constitutional Rights Crime Victims Under… Read More »
The Appeals Process for Maryland Workers’ Compensation Claims
Workers’ compensation is a legal system that helps workers receive benefits for job-related injuries. In order to apply for workers’ compensation benefits, the injured worker must submit a request to the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission (the Commission). The Commission reviews each request and decides which benefits to award, if any. If the injured worker… Read More »
Wrongful Death Possible in Maryland Football Player’s Demise
The prospect of a wrongful death lawsuit looms large in the aftermath of a Maryland University football player’s demise from heatstroke, reported The Baltimore Sun. On May 29th, the 19-year-old football player was participating in preseason practices with his teammates. He struggled to finish a set of conditioning drills consisting of 10 long sprints…. Read More »
Rotten Banana Peel Leads to $230k Jury Award in Maryland
Almost five years after slipping on a rotten banana peel in a store parking lot, a Maryland woman was awarded approximately $230,000 in her premises liability case, reported the Daily Record. This slip and fall incident occurred in December 2013 at a convenience store in Lexington Park, Maryland. The woman was leaving the store… Read More »
Baltimore Civilian Review Board Subpoenas Police for Misconduct Records
The Civilian Review Board (the Board) voted unanimously to subpoena 19 case records from the Baltimore Police Department (the Department) concerning potential police misconduct and abuse, reported The Baltimore Sun. Without these files, the Board will be unable to carry out its missing of investigating allegations of police misconduct. This is the latest development… Read More »
Examining the Crime of Extortion in Maryland
The popular conception of extortion seems fixated on organized crime, with mafia or gang members intimidating everyday people into unlawful deals. If anyone resists, the criminals respond with force or threats of force. Eventually, everyone seems to give in to these criminal demands. That is why Maryland enforces extortion laws to prohibit this type… Read More »
What are the Reporting Requirements for Maryland Car Accidents?
With so many vehicles on the road, car accidents are a regular occurrence across the state of Maryland. When such an accident results in property damage, physical injury or death, then the driver must adhere to certain reporting requirements. If the driver fails to comply with these requirements, they may face administrative penalties under… Read More »
Negligent, Reckless and Aggressive Driving Laws in Maryland
In order to combat serious car and truck accidents, Maryland law makes it unlawful to engage in negligent, reckless or aggressive driving. To understand the boundaries of and differences between these three traffic offenses, the following sections will explore important considerations for each offense. Negligent Driving in Maryland The definition of negligent driving appears… Read More »
