Have you been a victim of aggressive driving in Maryland? Here’s what you should know. What is Aggressive Driving? In short, aggressive driving is a traffic offense that occurs when a driver operates their vehicle in a manner that puts other people in danger. This can include speeding, tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic, […]
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If your insurance company tells you that your car is a “total loss,” it means that they believe the cost to repair your vehicle is more than the value of your car. In other words, it’s not worth their money to fix it. This can be very confusing and frustrating, especially if you’re still making […]
Most often, injured parties file lawsuit against insurance providers and/or the driver of the at-fault vehicle. When you’re injured in an accident involving a semi- or tractor-trailer truck, you might have more than just that option. Many different parties may be held liable in a tractor-trailer accident, depending on the specific circumstances. Here’s what you […]
haYou’ve been in an accident. The other driver is at fault, and your car is damaged. But who is ultimately responsible for the accident? Is it your mechanic? Do mechanics have any auto accident negligence? It’s a common question and one that doesn’t have a clear answer. In most cases, mechanics are not responsible for […]
The statute of limitations is the period during which a plaintiff has the right to file a lawsuit. After this time expires, the plaintiff can no longer bring a case to court. The statute of limitations protects defendants from having to defend themselves against old, stale claims. There are different timeframes for different types of […]
Filing a personal injury case can be a complicated and time-consuming process. What are the steps in a personal injury case? Scene of the Accident Your first step is to deal with the scene of the accident. If your health and well-being permit, take photos of the accident scene and exchange contact information. It’s also […]
If you’ve been in a car accident, there’s a chance you may have suffered a brain injury. Even if you don’t feel any symptoms right away, it’s important to seek medical attention after an accident. You should also speak to a Maryland brain injury lawyer if there’s any chance that you’ve suffered a brain or […]
Subsequent injuries are exactly what they sound like: injuries that occur after an initial injury. This can be a new injury to the same area as the original injury or a new injury to a different area. There are several things you must know about subsequent injuries, including what you should know about the subsequent […]
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