A very typical occurrence in Maryland, and most other states, is the use of underinsurance, (“UIM”), in an auto accident case. For the sake of this discussion let’s assume that our client has been struck in the rear causing considerable injury. Let’s also assume that the injury requires significant treatment and that I conclude that the case is worth something over $100,000. 

You have probably heard the ads on TV, radio, or online: A lawyer offers to take your case for free, and you do not pay unless you win. This is what is known as a “contingency” fee arrangement and it applies to certain cases in Baltimore County, MD. However, the billing structure is not as simple as the advertisements suggest. Plus, contingency fees are only available in matters where it is suitable for both lawyers and their clients. Here are some of the details on how Baltimore County personal injury lawyers handle contingency fee arrangements.

If you’ve suffered injuries due to a car accident in Maryland, there are a few factors to consider when calculating the amount you may receive for compensation. You are entitled to payment for medical treatments to recover from your injuries, and reimbursement for the wages you did not earn because your injuries prevented you from working. However, there is another aspect of compensation, termed “pain and suffering.” A personal injury attorney in Baltimore County can tell you more on the topic, but some general information is helpful.

If you suffer work-related injuries, Maryland workers’ compensation laws may allow you to take action against your employer. These laws provide certain benefits intended to assist with your recovery and return to work. The workers’ comp system is somewhat complicated, but here are the basic details you need to know if you may have a claim.

Workers’ compensation statutes are set up to help a person who’s been injured on the job by providing benefits intended to assist with recovery and returning to work. Under Maryland workers’ comp laws, you would be paid weekly benefits to cover such losses as medical bills, lost wages, and job training. However, if your injuries are severe and you cannot return to your job, you may qualify for disability payments.

One drink too many could lead to a drunk driving violation in Maryland, which can result in severe consequences impacting various aspects of your life. Driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while impaired (DWI) actually triggers two separate cases in the state, one of which affects your driving privileges and another that carries criminal penalties.

Bewilderment and horror are some common emotions you will likely feel after being involved in a car accident, as well as pain from the injuries you suffer. Of course, your attention will first turn to seeking medical treatment of your injuries. However, once you’re on the way to recovery, there are a few things you need to do to protect your interests.

If you’ve been involved in a car accident case in Baltimore County, MD, there’s a chance you may be called to give a deposition. The proceeding is part of the discovery process and you should discuss preparations with your personal injury attorney, but here’s is some general information on what to expect

Injuries, pain, and suffering are the most immediate after-effects of a car accident, but there are additional consequences you may suffer in the following weeks and months. If your injuries are so severe that you are unable to work, you will also miss out on the income you would receive had the collision never happened. These "lost wages" are included in the amount you can recover from the party responsible for the collision. If you were away from work due to injuries from a car accident in Baltimore County, you probably have questions about the concept of lost wages.

Previously we have talked about proximate cause and there was a question about what would happen if you had an accident and then years later you had a medical problem associated with the injury from the accident. Recently in the Baltimore Daily Record a case was noted – it eventually resulted in a settlement. The