Category: Car Accidents
In Maryland, car accident victims can file a personal injury claim for compensation if someone else is at fault for the crash. The law allows victims to seek money for both financial and non-monetary losses. These two types of compensation are called economic and non-economic damages. Most people understand that car accidents have financial consequences….
Nothing ever can prepare you for the shock of a car accident. Knowing what to do in the aftermath of a crash can be difficult, especially if you’re disoriented and injured. But taking the right actions after a collision can protect your legal rights and any future injury claims you may need to file. Follow…
Food delivery services are now available in almost every town and city in the United States. While these services offer enormous benefits to consumers, the increased number of delivery drivers on the roads also means a greater risk of car accidents. For this reason, these drivers need to secure proper auto insurance before starting work….
Understanding Maryland car insurance and how that coverage could apply if you are ever involved in a car accident. This is especially true if you or someone you love is injured. Maryland sets mandatory limits for bodily injury and Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage to protect motorists in the event of a crash. Another supplemental…
If you were injured in a Waldorf truck accident, you’re likely in pain and wondering how you’ll pay for the treatment you need. One of the first steps in filing a claim for compensation after a truck accident is to determine who was responsible for the crash. There are numerous parties involved in the operation…
If you have decades of experience behind the wheel, you’re probably confident about your ability to drive safely. But don’t get too complacent. Human error is a leading cause of car crashes worldwide. Even the best drivers can be involved in serious collisions. Are you a seasoned driver? Find out whether you’re taking all the…
The annual change from Daylight Saving Time (DST) in the fall includes a spike in deadly car wrecks. It’s critical for Maryland motorists to be aware of this fact and exercise caution on the roads as we head further into the holiday season. The end of DST in November is celebrated for bringing along an…
Anyone who’s traveled the nation’s highways knows that motor vehicle crashes can be deadly and result in catastrophic injuries. In 2019, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported 36,120 people died in car accidents across the United States. Americans are known for being mobile. In southern Maryland, thousands crisscross the state and into the…
Autonomous vehicles are widely regarded as the wave of the future for automakers. Also called “self-driving vehicles,” these cars are intended to fully operate on their own without a driver. Right now, autonomous cars are only in the testing phases in certain parts of the country. But according to a recent study, approximately half of…
Start preparing now. Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins on March 8. Marylanders and most Americans will push their clocks ahead at 2 a.m., losing an hour of sleep. The time change has more implications than one might think. The number of fatal car crashes increases by six percent in the workweek immediately following the switch,…
