Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
Massive Car Accident in Maryland Causes Injuries and Property Damage
A car accident on Interstate 270 in Montgomery County, Maryland, damaged at least 18 vehicles and sent at least four people to the hospital with severe injuries, reported WJLA. The truck driver who potentially caused this incident remains at large. This incident occurred on Monday, March 19, 2018, starting at approximately 5:30 a.m. Eastern… Read More »
4 Helpful Tips for Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim in Maryland
Maryland enacted workers’ compensation laws to address work-related injuries. If an employee suffers an injury while performing their work duties, then workers’ compensation may be able to provide compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other benefits. The Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission (the Commission) administers this process, establishing rules and guidelines for workers’ compensation… Read More »
Baltimore Crime Seems to be Decreasing After Violent 2017
The amount of crime in Baltimore seems to have decreased after breaking records last year, reported The Baltimore Sun. Comparing January-March data from 2017 and 2018, there appears to be a drop in criminal activity across the board. Homicide and murder decreased 27 percent from the same time period last year. Other violent crimes… Read More »
3 Key Limitations on Wrongful Death Lawsuits in Maryland
Wrongful death is a legal mechanism that allows surviving family members to seek compensation for the death of a loved one. Classified under personal injury law, wrongful death actions require the surviving family members to prove negligence in order to obtain compensation. In addition to the standard requirements for any lawsuit based on negligence,… Read More »
Premises Liability Claims Against Maryland Store Owners
Premises liability is a specific type of personal injury claim in Maryland and across the United States. Essentially, premises liability protects visitors from unreasonably dangerous conditions on a property. If the visitor sustains harm or injury as a result of a dangerous condition, then the property owner may incur legal damages. Premises Liability Against… Read More »
Baltimore Police Lieutenant Convicted of Theft and Misconduct
A city jury convicted a 45-year-old lieutenant of theft and police misconduct, reported The Baltimore Sun. The police officer allegedly claimed regular and overtime pay while he was not working. After receiving a tip from a whistleblower, a team of investigators began to scrutinize the lieutenant’s work behavior and time sheets. Over the course… Read More »
