Jill Kolodner | February 21, 2025 | Personal Injury
Settlements from personal injury lawsuits compensate victims for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. After a successful case, it is natural to wonder how long it takes to receive settlement money from a personal injury lawsuit in Maryland. The truth is that each case varies, and there are many factors that impact how long… read more
Jill Kolodner | February 13, 2025 | Personal Injury
Negligence is the main legal theory behind most personal injury claims. When you are injured by someone else’s negligence or careless behavior, they become liable for the damages they caused. Being successful with your personal injury claim means that you will have to successfully prove that negligence occurred. Negligence and negligence per se might seem… read more
Jill Kolodner | January 29, 2025 | Truck Accidents
A truck jackknife occurs when the cab and trailer of a semi-truck form an angle resembling a folded knife. This situation leads to a loss of control and poses risks to everyone on the road. Large trucks, especially tractor-trailers, are most vulnerable to these incidents. Jackknifing disrupts traffic flow, endangers other drivers, and often results… read more
Jill Kolodner | January 28, 2025 | News
At WGK Personal Injury Lawyers, we’ve always been passionate about standing out while standing up for Baltimore. As a personal injury law firm that’s been rooted in this community for almost 50 years, we’reproud to announce the trademarking of the phrase “Injured, Hon?” — a heartfelt nod to our city,our neighbors, and the unique charm… read more
Jill Kolodner | January 13, 2025 | Car Accidents
Rideshare services are changing how people get around in Baltimore, Maryland. Many residents ask about Uber’s safety compared to regular yellow cabs. Uber and similar apps have forever changed city transportation. The Pew Research Center found that over 36% of Americans have used a rideshare service. More competition has also changed how taxi companies work…. read more
Jill Kolodner | January 6, 2025 | Maryland Law
If you’ve ever approached an intersection and wondered, “Who has the right-of-way at a four-way stop?” you aren’t alone. Numerous drivers get confused about how to apply these traffic laws in real-world situations. This lack of understanding helps explain why 105 people died at Maryland intersections in 2024. Right-of-way laws are essential for safely navigating… read more
Jill Kolodner | January 3, 2025 | Car Accidents
Loaning your car in Maryland could be a thoughtful gesture, or it could be an act of reckless abandon. In any case, it’s essential that you understand what might happen if the borrower causes an accident. This post should shed some light on the matter. Maryland’s Mandatory Minimum Auto Insurance Coverage Maryland requires all drivers… read more
Jill Kolodner | January 2, 2025 | Personal Injury
More than 32,000 crimes have been committed in the City of Baltimore in 2024 alone. Some consider Baltimore to be one of the most dangerous cities in America, given its violent crime rate of 2,027.01 per 100,000 people. Statistics like these could lead potential visitors to stay away from Baltimore, and residents might feel uncomfortable… read more
Jill Kolodner | December 26, 2024 | Personal Injury
The term “esquire,” commonly abbreviated as “Esq.,” is traditionally added after someone’s name to signify they are an attorney. But what is an esquire? What does the title actually mean? While Esq. is often believed to be an abbreviation for a lawyer, the title is not legally conferred to someone through a license or degree…. read more
Jill Kolodner | December 23, 2024 | Personal Injury
People injured by another’s actions face many hardships. They often require medical care, yet their injuries likely prevent them from working and thus earning enough to afford said care (or their insurance copays). In addition to dealing with these specific costs, they must also figure out how to pay their living expenses without a steady… read more
