Auto Accidents
Is Vision Zero Actually Reducing Car Accident Deaths?
Vision Zero is a multi-tiered initiative designed to reduce, and eventually eliminate, fatal roadway accidents. Maryland has a Vision Zero plan that was implemented to prevent car accidents and save lives by 2030. However, even though this plan has been in effect for almost four years already, the number of fatal crashes continues to rise…
Read MoreIt’s Time We Started Thinking About – and Legislating – Ghost Cars
When the world first started hearing about autonomous vehicles (AV), everyone began assuming that they would make our lives easier, simpler, and much better. If you’re of a certain age, you might have had your own visions of “Johnny Cab” or a Lexus 2054 in your head. We thought that parents could send their vehicles…
Read MoreSecondary Injuries from Car Accidents
Secondary injuries are the injuries that emerge from other injuries. If you have been in a car accident, you most likely noticed injuries that occurred immediately following the accident (called primary injuries). However, some people may see new injuries days, weeks, or even months after their accident, which are referred to as secondary injuries. These…
Read MoreThe Truth About Electric Vehicle Fires
There’s so much information that you’re guaranteed to find online when you type in “electric vehicles.” You may read about the amount of money that you’ll save from not spending so much on gas. You may read several complaints about having to find a charging station. But one thing you’re sure to find is some…
Read MoreSeat 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 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 MoreMotorcycle Accidents: The Dangers with Other Vehicles
Motorcycle accidents can be devastating and life-changing events. They can result in serious injuries, property damage, and even death. Despite these risks and more, many people continue to enjoy the freedom and exhilaration of riding motorcycles. With proper safety gear and caution on the road, riders can enjoy the many benefits of motorcycling while maintaining…
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 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…
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