Posts by Bruce Plaxen
Seat Belt Requirements and Safety in Maryland
Seat belt safety requires more than just being reminded to wear your seat belt. It means ensuring your passengers are buckled up, too, and that children are in the right kind of seats for their age, height, and weight. It also means ensuring the safety restraints are safe. Your seat belt may be worn down…
Read MoreCan You Qualify for Social Security Disability with Arthritis?
Yes, you can qualify for social security disability with arthritis under particular circumstances. Arthritis is in the Social Security Administration Blue Book of diseases that qualify for disability assistance, but you must meet the work and medical requirements. Your arthritis must be severe enough to hinder you from working for one calendar year. Many people…
Read MoreOther Losses You Can Claim After a Maryland Car Accident
After a car accident, you will suffer substantial losses like lost wages, medical expenses, and property damage. However, there are losses car accident victims suffer that are often overlooked or under considered. When you file a personal injury claim, every loss you suffer is part of your claim, no matter how big or small you…
Read MoreSocial Security Disability Denials Are Often Based on Outdated Jobs
The words “Social Security” make many people shudder – and with good reason. Serious reform is needed, but with an aging population, inflation, and taxes, many fear that the trust fund will be completely depleted in just a few years. For those that should be receiving disability benefits from Social Security while they still can,…
Read MoreWhat Questions Will I Be Asked in My Car Accident Deposition?
If you are involved in a car accident litigation, you will likely be called upon to participate in a deposition. This may be your first experience dealing with a lawsuit, and not knowing what to expect can make an already unfamiliar process seem intimidating and even nerve-wracking. Read on to learn what the process of…
Read MoreFlying Water Bottles and Sliding Floor Mats: How Unsecured Property Can Cause Harm in a Crash
Car accidents are extremely common. While not all collisions are fatal, a considerable number result in medical injuries for one or more parties. For those who are involved in a car accident, there are many factors that can increase the odds of becoming injured. Some of these are well-known to most of us: where you’re…
Read MoreThe Largest Medical Malpractice Verdicts of 2022
Last year we gathered up some of the biggest medical malpractice cases of 2021, and our blog readers found it especially interesting. Now that 2023 is underway, let’s take a look back at 2022’s most noteworthy cases and largest verdicts. Thapa v. St. Cloud Orthopedic Associates: $111 Million The Estate of Nicholas Carusillo v. Metro…
Read MoreAmerican Pickup Trucks in 2023: Bigger, Heavier, Deadlier
Back in 2021, we covered a topic we believe deserved more conversation: the lethality of today’s SUVs. As the number of pedestrian crash deaths in the US steadily rises each year, it is becoming increasingly obvious that there is a correlation between car size and lethality. A variety of studies have proven this link, with…
Read MoreIs It Medical Malpractice if My Doctor Is Rude or Disrespectful?
Medical malpractice in Maryland occurs when a doctor does not meet the established standard of care of the medical community. If something minor goes wrong during an office visit, but you do not suffer an injury, you may not be successful in filing a medical malpractice claim. A poor attitude or lack of compassion might…
Read MoreDefective Brakes Are Deadly in Commercial Trucks
Truck accidents can happen at any moment for various reasons, but defective parts and lack of maintenance are always at the forefront of these devastating accidents. In a recent Roadcheck from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, inspectors found that over 25% of out-of-service violations were due to faulty brake systems. Additionally, there was no change…
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