Last week’s snowstorm and subsequent 48-mile backup that stranded thousands of motorists for up to 20 hours on I-95 in Virginia brought to mind the many ways that driving in inclement weather can go very bad very quickly. Another just-as-serious hazard is the sheet of ice or hard-packed snow that can go flying from the…
When it comes to the safety of self-driving cars, also known as “autonomous vehicles” or AVs, the pro and con camps remain somewhat divided. In a recent Motional Consumer Mobility Report, 50% of survey respondents said they expected AVs to be readily available in their communities within five years, and right around 50% felt that…
Ever had your morning commute ruined when the person behind you suddenly rear-ended your car? Or maybe you’ve gotten sideswiped by an overzealous driver while trying to navigate a busy parking lot. Most of us have been involved in a car accident at some point in our lives. Assuming no one is seriously hurt, these…
When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the country last year, previously crowded highways around major urban centers became quiet as countless workplaces shifted to a work-from-home model. The number of miles driven nationwide dropped by 13.2% compared to 2019. But while there were less drivers on the road, these drivers engaged in riskier behaviors, resulting…
Traffic Apps for your Phone Your phone can save you from a traffic jam. There are plenty of applications in your phone that you can use to determine which areas are having a traffic jam and provide alternative routes. These are some of the traffic apps for your phone you can use. Waze One of…
There are times that we bring along with us our pets when we are traveling. Unfortunately, accidents can happen, affecting the pets we carry with us on a car ride. When we have our pets with us, we often have them in the back seat and let them wander around. Having pets, such as dogs,…
If you own a car, it will be inevitable to encounter car accidents. All you can do is avoid them from happening by preparing your car and yourself, making it safer for your vehicle to drive, and conduct a pre-check whenever you want to use it. According to the WHO, approximately, 1.35 million people die…
If you are ever involved in a car, truck, or bicycle accident, the experience can be overwhelming. There is property damage and even the possibility of physical damage to yourself and others involved. While this may present a lot of questions, a helpful lawyer can help guide you through the process and let you know…
Here is what to do if you are in an Uber or Lyft accident: Taking Action After an Accident involving Uber or Lyft As time progresses, it seems that there is something new being created every day. That being said, the ride-sharing industry has been one that has had massive growth with new companies like…
Whether you like to admit it or not, we have all picked up the phone at least once while behind the wheel. Texting while driving has become such an issue that in most states there is a law prohibiting the act. Not only is texting and driving a way to put yourself at harm, but…
Did you know that the average number of vehicle accidents each year is averaged out to around 6 million crashes? It is always important to know what steps you should take immediately after a car accident. One of the most important things you need to do immediately after a crash is to contact the police….
Accidents are inevitable. According to the National Safety Council, more than 40,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2017, which resulted in an estimated $433.8 billion in total motor vehicle injury costs, including medical expenses, motor-vehicle property damage, wage and productivity losses, employer costs and administrative expenses. (In Maryland, car accidents average over 100,000…
After heart disease and cancer, unintentional injuries or accidents—which include motor vehicle crashes, falls, poisoning, etc.—ranks third place among the leading causes of death in the U.S. in 2017. A Data Brief from the National Center for Health Statistics, which ranked the causes according to the number of deaths, states that the age-adjusted death rate…
Accidents come in many forms and can result in different kinds of cases, such as vehicular damages, personal injuries and even wrongful death. In a few states like Maryland, the “contributory negligence” rule—which says that a person who is even slightly responsible for an accident will be ineligible for compensation for damages—further complicates these legal…
Trucks play an essential role in Maryland’s economy, transporting products from manufacturers to consumers in 93% of the state’s communities. In fact, trucks carry 88% of total manufactured tonnage or 138,800 tons of goods per day into the Old Line State, according to the Maryland Motor Truck Association, Inc. With these many trucks traveling through…
Injured in an Uber accident? What happens if you are injured in an Uber accident? Who will pay for your medical bills and damages? There are a couple possible scenarios. If your Uber driver caused the accident, you are covered by Uber’s auto insurance through James River Insurance. Assuming your driver was “on platform”, James…
Accidents are increasing because of texting and driving. Driving in Baltimore or another city is becoming more dangerous. Be sure you already know who to call if you have a personal injury. Having the unfortunate luck of being involved in an auto accident can mean months of dealing with insurance, visits to the doctor, and…
So you were involved in a car accident that wasn’t your fault and now your insurance is involved, how could that be? There are several possible reasons. The most obvious reason to an experienced Baltimore car accident lawyer is a claim for personal injury protection benefits or “PIP”. If you have PIP you should use…
In Maryland, the answer is probably no. An individual injured by a drunk driver or the family of someone killed by a drunk driver will probably not get more. That is because Maryland doesn’t allow punitive damages in car accidents caused by drunk drivers, even if that car accident caused a death or serious injury….
For those of us who live, work in, or visit Baltimore City it is pretty obvious that the police were on vacation in 2017. Their absence leaves Baltimore in the throws of a crime wave the likes of which hasn’t been seen since crack cocaine hit the Baltimore corners in the 1980’s. Maybe they will…
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