Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Contributory Negligence in Maryland Premises Liability and Negligent Security Cases
Today’s blog entry will examine the role of contributory negligence in Maryland premises liability and negligent security cases. Before diving into the specifics of contributory negligence, however, it will be helpful to review some basics on premises liability and negligent security. What is Premises Liability? Premises liability governs the relationship between property owners and… Read More »
Police Misconduct: U.S. Federal vs. Maryland State Cases
The discussion today will center on the difference between police misconduct cases at the U.S. federal and Maryland state levels. The first section will take a macro view and explore police misconduct cases at the U.S. federal level. U.S. Federal Police Misconduct Cases From a U.S. federal standpoint, police misconduct cases generally involve a… Read More »
Distracted Driving Laws in Maryland
The State of Maryland recognizes that using a cell phone or similar handheld devices while driving can increase the risk of a car accident. Often referred to as distracted driving, Maryland law prohibits the use of these mobile devices in many driving situations. In order to gain a full appreciation of this issue, the… Read More »
How Does Maryland Address Juvenile Delinquency?
Under Maryland law, the term juvenile delinquency refers to criminal conduct by children under 18 years old. These children are not subject to the same laws and penalties as adult criminals. But juvenile delinquents can face harsh punishment for engaging in criminal behavior. To help understand the intricacies of juvenile delinquency in Maryland, the… Read More »
Medical Malpractice and Hospital Safety in Maryland
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor or other medical professional commits a serious error and injures a patient. Minor mistakes such as human error do not generally reach the level of medical malpractice. Rather, this legal doctrine exists to address serious mistakes that result in patient harm. In most cases of medical malpractice, patient… Read More »
5 Steps for Responding to Identity Theft in Maryland
In the age of digital communication, it is increasingly easy to become an identity theft victim. After all, most people conduct their affairs online, submitting their personal information while messaging, shopping or banking. In this context, it is extremely important to know how to respond to identity theft. To gain a clear understanding of… Read More »
4 Requirements for Workers’ Compensation Claims in Maryland
Workers’ compensation is a legal system that resolves work-related injuries outside of the courtroom. Employees who suffer qualifying injuries can submit a claim and obtain benefits. These benefits help compensate the injured worker for lost wages, medical bills and related costs. In order to obtain benefits, the injured worker must file a claim with… Read More »
Surviving Family Members in Maryland Wrongful Death Actions
When a third party is responsible for the wrongful death of a loved one in Maryland, surviving family members can pursue legal action in court. If the surviving family members meet all requirements, they may recover compensation in proportion to the injury caused. There are two types of damages in a Maryland wrongful death… Read More »
Maryland Rules for Qualified Experts in Medical Malpractice Cases
Maryland imposes a number of specific requirements for medical malpractice cases that deviate from the standard processes for other personal injury claims. One of those requirements involves the use of qualified experts. In most medical malpractice cases, a qualified expert is a doctor who reviews the treatment of the victim. The qualified expert testifies… Read More »
Maryland Kicks Off National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
For the 29th year, the state of Maryland held memorial services for crime victims, reported The Baltimore Sun. These memorial services are part of the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, which unites individual efforts across the United States. What is the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week? As explained by the Office for Victims of… Read More »
