Posts by Bruce Plaxen
What Are “Tank Slapper” Motorcycle Accidents?
Motorcycle accidents can happen even when a rider does everything right, and when they occur, they can be devastating. Tank slappers, also known as speed wobbles, are a type of crash that can be scary and difficult to avoid. Understanding what these accidents are, what causes them, and who might be liable can help injured…
Read MoreWhat Is Brake-Checking? And Why Is It Dangerous?
It’s normal to get annoyed or even angry while you’re driving – especially when someone is tailgating you to the point of it being dangerous. When this happens, people sometimes decide to “brake-check” the car behind them. While this may cause the person behind to stop following so closely, it doesn’t always end well. So,…
Read MoreBicycle Accidents on the Jones Falls Trail
If you live in Baltimore and spend any time hiking or biking, you’re probably familiar with the Jones Falls Trail. The Jones Falls Trail is a prime location for cycling, running, jogging and more. Stretching more than ten miles through parks, urban neighborhoods and waterfront areas, the Jones Falls Trail is both a scenic escape…
Read MoreInjured at a Baltimore Apartment Complex? Understanding Landlord Liability
According to the National Multifamily Household Council, roughly 39% of all renters in the United States live in apartment complexes consisting of five or more units. That amounts to over 40,000,000 apartment dwellers across the country. With so many people sharing such close quarters, it’s not uncommon for residents and visitors to periodically suffer injuries…
Read MoreThe Role of Baltimore’s Local Consumer Protection Laws in Product Liability Cases
Today’s shoppers are more educated and savvy than ever before. Whether shopping in person or online, consumers expect their purchased products to be safe, effective, and built to last. When products fail to meet these benchmarks, the consequences can be devastating. At best, defective products can be inconvenient and costly for those unlucky enough to…
Read MoreUnderstanding Baltimore’s Dense Traffic and Its Impact on Car Accident Claims
If you live or work in Baltimore, odds are you’re well-acquainted with some serious traffic. With almost a quarter of a million motorists commuting from Maryland into D.C. every day and another 140,000 commuting into Baltimore City from the surrounding areas, our roadways are reliably bustling with vehicles, drivers, and passengers at any given moment.…
Read MoreThe Biggest Medical Malpractice Verdicts of 2024
Last year, many significant verdicts were awarded to victims of medical malpractice in the US. These multi-million dollar results are critical when it comes to holding medical providers accountable for their actions. Without aggressive litigators willing to pursue medical malpractice claims on behalf of victims and their families, all of us would face lower quality,…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Ozempic
It’s hard to overstate the impact that drugs like Ozempic are having on society. Celebrities admit to using it to shed pounds even as debates over its safety rage on. The class of drugs, GLP-1 agonists, or glucagon-like peptide 1, are well-known by their brand names, which, in addition to Ozempic, include Wegovy, Rybelsus, Mounjaro,…
Read MoreWhy Food Poisoning is So Dangerous
Food poisoning may seem like a minor inconvenience but can quickly turn into a grave illness. What starts as a few hours of nausea and discomfort can quickly escalate into severe dehydration, organ damage, or even long-term health complications. In extreme cases, foodborne illnesses like E. coli, salmonella, or listeria can lead to hospitalization or…
Read MoreSupreme Court of Maryland Rules Child Victims Act is Constitutional, Opening the Door For Additional Victims
The 2023 Child Victims Act eliminated the 2017 statute of limitations on cases involving child sex abuse. Under the 2017 law, victims had to file their claims within 20 years of reaching the age of majority (essentially, by 38 years old). By eliminating that time limit, lawmakers opened the door for additional victims to file…
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