Posts by Bruce Plaxen
20 Pedestrians Are Killed Every Day in the United States
A new study by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) spotlights pedestrian fatalities in 2022 – and the news is not good. In fact, the rate of pedestrian deaths here in the United States is at its highest rate in more than 40 years. NPR reports, “The organization, which tracks pedestrian deaths in the U.S.,…
Read MoreBruce M. Plaxen Elected Vice President of American Association for Justice
Mr. Plaxen was elected Vice President for the 2023-2024 term COLUMBIA, Maryland (July 20, 2023) – Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A. is proud to announce that Bruce M. Plaxen, the founding attorney of the firm, was elected to the position of Vice President of the American Association for Justice (AAJ). Elections took place at AAJ’s annual…
Read MoreMedical Benefits Under Workers’ Compensation in Maryland
While workers’ compensation provides important coverage for work-related injuries and illnesses, it’s important to note that there are certain injuries that may not be covered under this system. Each state may have its own specific guidelines and limitations on the types of injuries that qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. Some injuries that occur outside the…
Read MoreDriver Fatigue Is a Real and Present Danger
Fatigued driving, often underestimated and overlooked, poses a serious threat on the roads. When drivers are sleep-deprived or excessively tired, their ability to focus, react quickly, and make sound decisions becomes impaired. This can lead to an increased risk of accidents, injuries, and even fatalities. Fatigue-related crashes are preventable, yet they continue to occur with…
Read MoreAn Airbag Recall 8 Years in the Making
When there is a possibly dangerous defect in a product you own, you expect a quick correction. Some companies will issue a voluntary recall immediately, and others may only do so after an investigation (or threat of one) by a government agency. It appears that these investigations are taking longer than they ever have before.…
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injuries Caused by Truck Accidents
Large trucks have the ability to cause many different types of injuries. However, one of the most severe injuries that truck accident victims often face is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). While cuts, broken bones, and whiplash are terrible injuries to suffer after a truck accident, a TBI is the hardest from which to heal.…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Crane Collapses and Accidents in Maryland
Over the last few years, there has been an uptick in crane collapses and accidents across the United States. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were close to 300 crane-related fatalities from 2011 to 2017 in the United States. This adds up to more than 40 deaths per year from crane collapses…
Read MoreExtreme Speed, Aggressive Driving, and Drunk Driving All Cited in Deadly Beltway Crash
More information is coming to light about the crash on the Baltimore Beltway in March which killed six construction workers. Two drivers – Melachi Brown and Lisa Lea – have been cited for causing the deadly crash. Lea was changing lanes in a construction zone when she and Brown collided, which sent Lea’s car into…
Read MoreStay Safe on Your Boat This Year
Maryland has almost 3,200 miles of coastline to take advantage of this summer. Many people see boating as a fun activity to spend time with friends, family, or loved ones during the warmer months. However, the truth is that it only takes one simple mistake or error for this relaxing and enjoyable activity to turn…
Read MoreMarch’s Baltimore Beltway Crash Deemed “Closer to the Rule Than the Exception”
About three months ago, six highway workers were killed when a driver, attempting to change lanes, sideswiped a car and ended up careening into a worksite. It was one of those shocking news stories – not because there was a crash on I-695, but because of the sheer number of innocent bystanders who died as…
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