If you have looked into your legal options after being injured in an accident, you have probably realized that legal help is a smart first step. Cost will also be an important factor in your decision-making. Fortunately, Maryland Lawyers’ Rules of Professional Conduct allow contingency agreements in personal injury cases. You will not have to […]

If you suffered personal injuries after an assault, it is important to realize that you may seek compensation through a civil lawsuit as separate from any criminal case. In such a situation, you can pursue the offender for a range of damages that reflect how the attack and your injuries affect your life. Plus, Maryland

Millions of Americans are affected by auto crashes in different ways, whether as an injured victim or through a loved one. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that more than 46,000 people are killed in motor vehicle collisions annually, while another 5.2 million people seek medical care for injuries in traffic accidents. In sum, NSC

You do all you can to protect your child as a parent, but there are times when you are powerless against misconduct by negligent parties. Traffic accidents are an example, as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that almost 157,000 children are injured in traffic crashes annually. Slip and falls, defective children’s products,

When not protected by a metal shell like occupants of passenger vehicles, you can expect that the casualty rate for motorcyclists in traffic collisions is high. The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MD MVA) reports that more than 77% of all motorcycle crashes lead to at least fatality or injured rider. Fortunately, motorcyclists

When you picture two vehicles smashing into each other head-on, you can imagine the kind of violent impact and devastating injuries that can result. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), frontal impacts account for 59% of passenger vehicle occupant deaths annually. Victims suffer debilitating losses, physically, emotionally, and financially. You could qualify

Fatal accidents are tragic, and the loss of a loved one impacts surviving family members in countless ways. Fortunately, under the Maryland Wrongful Death Act, it is possible to seek compensation from an at-fault party whose wrongful act causes the death of another. Though taking legal action cannot bring someone back, financial support is critical

You expect that the household goods, personal items, and consumer products you purchase uphold the highest safety standards. Unfortunately, defective products do make their way into countless Maryland homes every year. It is a relief to know that you have legal remedies to recover compensation. Under Maryland’s statute of limitations, you have three years to

Suffering injuries in a criminal attack is horrific, but you may gain some relief knowing that the penalties are severe if your assailant is convicted. Under Maryland’s statute on assault, an offender faces up to 10 years imprisonment, a fine not exceeding $2,500, or both. In addition to justice in criminal court, you might also

Biking is a great option for transportation and exercise, but there are significant risks of accidents in urban areas like Baltimore. According to the Maryland Department of Transportation (MD DOT), 11 bicyclists are killed and another 709 are injured in the 830 accidents across the state every year. Fortunately, state law protects you and provides