Posts by Bruce Plaxen
Drivers Need to Adjust Their Actions for the Weather
The weather can significantly affect the way we drive. Rain, sleet, snow, tornadoes, flooding, and other weather conditions can lead to dangerous conditions for drivers, which can increase the risk of an accident. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, there are more than one million weather-related car accidents across the United States each year.…
Read MoreWhat Are the Different Types of Paralysis?
There are several different types of paralysis. The type of paralysis that you have determines which portions of your body and what limbs might be affected. It may depend on the type of injury you have and how your body responds to treatment and physical therapy. This condition has the possibility to be temporary or…
Read MoreYoung Bicyclist Critically Injured in Crofton
Riding a bike is a rite of passage for children. From training wheels to graduating to a two-wheeler, kids enjoy a certain sense of freedom when riding their bicycles. However, these fun times can quickly turn tragic in the event of an accident. The Baltimore Sun reported a car accident in which a 12-year-old boy…
Read MoreDeadly Pedestrian Accident on Sinclair Lane Is One of Many This Year
On September 11, 2023, a man was walking on the 4300 block of Sinclair Lane near Herring Run Park in Baltimore when he was struck by a vehicle. At this time, police have not identified the victim nor the driver. Any fatal accident, including Monday’s, is a tragedy – but it’s far from uncommon these…
Read MoreThe Other Driver Says I Hit Them; What Do I Do?
There are times when it is easier to determine who is at fault for a car accident than others. Perhaps you were hit by a speeding or drunk driver, or by a driver who ran through a stop sign because he or she was texting. In cases like these, a police report may back up…
Read MoreWhat Are “Damages” in a Car Accident Case in Maryland?
When you suffer injuries in a car accident, one of the first discussions you will have with your injury attorney will be about what you have lost in the wake of your accident. These losses can span from personal items, like your car or anything of value housed inside it, to your physical abilities or…
Read MoreMaryland Vehicle Accidents from Defective Tires
You should check your tires periodically for normal wear and tear or even issues caused by the tire manufacturer. If you notice any signs of worn out or defective tires, you should have them replaced as quickly as possible to prevent a dangerous or deadly situation from occurring. A tire defect is anything that prevents…
Read MoreRecent Maryland Car Accident Statistics
Car accidents in Maryland are on the rise, according to the state’s Zero Deaths Maryland website. As of the week of August 8, 2023, 353 people have died on Maryland roads. Last year at this time, 321 people had lost their lives. This marks an increase of 32 fatalities. Even though the number of fatal…
Read MoreYoung Athletes Risk Serious Injury on Artificial Grass
If you are the parent of a young football player, the chances are good that your child plays on real grass. Once your child enters school, though, he or she may be forced to play on artificial turf. According to a recent article published by Reuters, football stadiums use artificial turf because it saves the…
Read MoreDeadly Collision on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway Involved Multiple Vehicles
There was a deadly multi-car crash on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway on Saturday, August 5. The news about the collision is scant; there’s an ongoing investigation, but no cause of the crash released yet. We do know that three other adults were hospitalized, but those injuries do not appear to be life-threatening. The Baltimore Sun reports…
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