Medications are powerful substances, enabling Maryland healthcare providers to treat medical conditions, alleviate pain, prevent disease, and fight infection. When this power is misapplied, the consequences can be deadly. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), around 7,000 to 9,000 people die because of medication errors. Researchers estimate that hundreds of thousands of other …

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America loves its canine friends, welcoming dogs into their homes, making them part of the family, and trusting their loyalty. This adoration of dogs can sometimes make people overlook the fact that they are still animals that can be unpredictable. Even the most docile dog can bite, causing serious injuries to victims. According to statistics …

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It is always difficult to lose a loved one, but your circumstances are extremely tragic when that person was taken from you violently and unexpectedly in an accident. Many survivors go through grief, sadness, and depression, but there will also be consequences for your family and economic interests. Fortunately, you have remedies under Maryland’s wrongful …

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You can see that commercial trucks are massive, causing disproportionate amounts of death and destruction, considering that they represent around just 6% of the total traffic crashes in the US. To protect motorists, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has implemented numerous regulations on the mandatory safety equipment that must be onboard all semis, …

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Every US state has mandatory vehicle insurance requirements, though the coverage values vary. In order to register your vehicle and legally drive, you must comply with the laws and carry a policy in the appropriate amount. The Maryland Department of Transportation (MD DOT) has established regulations that require $30,000 for injuries to a victim, $60,000 …

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The elderly are vulnerable for many reasons, including the effects of aging, medical conditions, and mental health issues. Therefore, in a situation of Maryland elder abuse, it is often necessary for loved ones to take immediate, forceful action. The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) offers some advice that should seem familiar when …

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If you are a qualifying employee who is injured in a workplace accident or suffers from an occupational illness, Maryland Workers’ Compensation system pays benefits to support you through difficult times. This is good news for many workers, as the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that there are 58,300 total recordable cases of …

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The aftermath of an auto crash can be chaotic and confusing, especially when you are also feeling some pain and expect that you might be injured. This scenario is a common one considering the frequency of traffic accidents in Maryland. According to the Maryland Department of Transportation (MD DOT), there is an average of 115,555 …

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Motorcyclists ride alongside vehicles that are comparatively larger and heavier, so they are always at risk of serious injuries in an accident. Because Maryland and much of the US are starting to get ready for motorcycle season and warmer weather, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) chose May for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Event …

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Assault is a serious offense in Maryland, as it is classified as a violent crime and is always charged as a felony. Under Maryland criminal laws, a conviction for assault is punishable by up to 10 years in prison. More serious forms of crime and aggravated elements could lead to a maximum of 25 years …

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