Jill Kolodner | October 4, 2024 | Car Accidents
When your car is wrecked, it loses value. We refer to that as diminished value. Even if your vehicle is repaired, it may lose value because of an accident. The vehicle’s diminished value is equal to the difference between the value of your car before the accident and the value of your car after the… read more
Jill Kolodner | September 6, 2024 | Car Accidents
There’s a relatively common view in the general public that you can safely drive a couple of miles per hour (MPH) over the speed limit – and this view persists in Baltimore, Maryland. However, strictly speaking, the police can give you a ticket if you even drive just one MPH over the posted speed limit…. read more
Jill Kolodner | July 24, 2024 | Car Accidents
If you are involved in a traffic accident in Maryland, the law requires you to stop and comply with the obligations in the state’s Transportation Code. Generally, the law requires you to render reasonable assistance to injured parties, provide your information to the other drivers, and give your information to the responding officers. Leaving the… read more
Jill Kolodner | July 5, 2024 | Car Accidents
Following a car accident, there are a number of steps to take. You’ll need to document the incident, get medical attention, and repair your vehicle, among other tasks. Many people don’t realize that time limits come with some of those steps in Maryland — including filing a police report, notifying insurance, or filing a claim…. read more
Jill Kolodner | June 20, 2024 | Car Accidents
If you were involved in a traffic crash in Baltimore, you could receive compensation for your injuries and damages. However, Maryland is an at-fault state for car accidents. Therefore, you must prove the elements of negligence to establish liability for your damages. If available, you might use dashcam footage as part of your evidence. How… read more
Jill Kolodner | June 4, 2024 | Car Accidents
You might think that since Maryland is an ‘at-fault’ car accident insurance state, there must be no such thing as a no-fault car accident. However, that’s not the case; after all, some car accidents aren’t anybody’s fault. Examples of No-Fault Car Accidents Below is an abbreviated list of some of the most common types of… read more
Jill Kolodner | May 31, 2024 | Car Accidents
If you were injured in a car accident in Dundalk, Maryland, you have a limited time to file a claim to seek compensation for your accident-related injuries and losses. It is critical that you know the time limit that applies to your case so you don’t accidentally forfeit your right to recover compensation for your… read more
Jill Kolodner | May 8, 2024 | Car Accidents
If you have suffered an injury in a Baltimore car accident, or if your loved one died that way, there’s no need to assume that you’re going to end up at trial facing cross-examination by a hostile lawyer, although this could happen. Most car accident cases settle out of court, and it’s usually a matter… read more
Jill Kolodner | March 20, 2024 | Car Accidents
After a car accident, fingers will be pointed both ways, looking to blame the other. Even if you are the victim and another driver was at fault for the crash, you could be wrongfully blamed. The at-fault driver might even try to claim injuries that don’t exist and come after your insurance company for damages. … read more
Jill Kolodner | February 1, 2024 | Car Accidents
After a car accident in Baltimore, Maryland, one of your first concerns may be the cost of hiring a lawyer. Many people wonder, “How much do car accident lawyers charge in Maryland?” An attorney can help you seek compensation for accident-related injuries, property damage, and other losses. At WGK Personal Injury Lawyers, our Baltimore car… read more
