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Who Serves as an Expert Witness in Medical Malpractice Cases?

Medical malpractice is when a doctor or medical professional’s incorrect or negligent behavior leads to a patient’s injury or death. These cases are often complicated, since most laypeople don’t have an in-depth understanding of factors involved (medical terminology, what should or shouldn’t be done in some cases and so on). That’s where expert witnesses come…

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Maryland Updates Ignition Interlock Law with Camera Requirements

Maryland Ignition Interlock Law: Camera Requirement Update According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), over 10,000 people died in alcohol-related car crashes between 2010 and 2019 – an average of nearly 30 people per day. Crucially, the NHTSA has also reported that nearly 30% of alcohol-impaired driving charges involve repeat offenders. Given the…

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Collecting Payment for Medical Bills After an Accident in Maryland

How Do You Collect Payment for Medical Bills After an Accident in Maryland? If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, your first order of business is to seek immediate medical care to assess the extent of your injuries. Unfortunately, medical care (particularly in emergency situations) can be very expensive. Thankfully, in some cases, you…

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Personal Injury Claim for Slipping on Ice Outside of a Business

Do I Have a Claim if I Slip on Ice Outside of a Business? It’s wintertime here in Baltimore, and that means lower temperatures and an increased chance of ice or snow on the ground. Unfortunately, ice can be treacherous, and it’s easy to slip and hurt yourself while you’re walking outside. Some slip-and-fall accidents…

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Common Christmas Tree Hazards

Four Common Christmas Tree Hazards Buying, decorating and putting presents under the Christmas tree is one of the most enduring traditions of the season for those who celebrate the holiday. Unfortunately, Christmas trees can also be dangerous. Let’s break down the four most common Christmas tree hazards – and what you can do to keep…

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Thanksgiving Turkey Frying Accidents: Do You Have a Claim?

Thanksgiving is one of the highlights of the year for a lot of people. What could be better than gathering with family and friends to relax, enjoy each other’s company, watch sports on TV and eat great food? Unfortunately, Thanksgiving get-togethers can sometimes lead to accidents and injuries. Let’s talk about one particular type: deep-fried…

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Emotional Distress Claims in Personal Injury Cases: What They Are and How They Work

You probably know that you’re eligible to file a claim if you’re hurt in an accident and someone else is to blame. But these claims are not limited to just physical injuries. There is another component of personal injury compensation that focuses on the mental and psychological pain you can experience in the aftermath of…