Wrongful Death
How to Prove a Maryland Wrongful Death Claim
Losing a family member or loved one is one of the hardest experiences that a person can go through, especially when their death was because of another person’s negligent or intentional behavior. While you are likely grieving the loss of your family member or loved one, it is important for you to know that you…
Read MoreMaryland Man Killed After Collision with a Metro Bus
A Clinton, MD resident recently lost his life when his vehicle crashed head-on into a Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Metro Bus. A police report stated that on January 21, Marion Dante Fields, age 24, was driving a Nissan Altima when he collided with the Metro bus around 11:53pm. According to the police report,…
Read MoreConstruction Jobs Lead the Way in Workplace Fatalities
Maryland construction workers put their health and safety on the line performing dangerous work every day. Hazards exist for these workers even when they follow all prescribed safety standards. According to research by AdvisorSmith, 8 of the 25 most fatal jobs and industries in 2018 were in construction: Roofers Ironworkers Power linemen Crane operators Construction…
Read MoreWrongful Death Claims vs. Survival Actions
When a family loses a loved one due to the negligence of another party, they suffer grief that is often unexplainable. In addition to pain, the loved one’s passing can bring about a difficult financial situation for the surviving family members. These difficulties can include unpaid medical bills, a major loss of income, and funeral…
Read MoreFatal Bus Crash with Tractor-Trailer in Clinton
A fatal bus crash occurred this morning on southbound Branch Avenue at Surratts Road in Clinton, Maryland. According to Price George’s County police, there were multiple vehicles involved in the collision, including a tractor-trailer. At this time, it is reported that one woman has died, and eight people have sustained injuries. The bus was on…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Basics of a Wrongful Death Claim in Maryland
We have worked with a lot of people and families who have lost loved ones, and all of them have one thing in common: they want the person or corporation who is responsible for the death of their loved one to be held accountable. A wrongful death claim is often the only way to force…
Read MoreIKEA Finally Recalls Dangerous Dressers Implicated in the Deaths of Three Children
Furniture giant IKEA has recalled almost 36 million dressers and chests which have been implicated in the deaths of three children and the injuries of 19 more since 2014. The pieces are known to tip over, and lawsuits are alleging that the weight of the furniture is crushing toddlers. The recall was announced in cooperation…
Read MoreTracy Morgan Still on Path to Recovery
Back in November, we ran a piece about Tracy Morgan and how Walmart was blaming the actor for his own injuries. There was some talk at the time that Mr. Morgan might never walk again, and that he was struggling through his recovery. That’s why it made us happy – and made it a bit…
Read MoreWalmart Blames the Victim: the Tracy Morgan Story
Actor/comedian Tracy Morgan was involved in a six-car pile-up a few months ago, when his limousine bus was hit by a Walmart truck. Morgan has been undergoing therapy since the accident, and there is concern as to whether or not he will make a full recovery. Morgan and the other people involved in the crash…
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