Car Accidents
How Does an Accident Affect a Car Lease in Maryland?
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | April 25, 2025 | Car Accidents
Leasing a car can be a convenient option for many drivers in Maryland. It offers lower monthly payments, a brand-new car every few years, and the benefit of always having a vehicle that is under warranty. However, when an accident happens while you drive a leased car, the situation becomes more complicated. Understanding the impact… read more
What Car Brands & Models Were the Safest in 2024?
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | April 21, 2025 | Car Accidents
Safety might be the most important consideration to keep in mind when shopping for a new vehicle. In the United States, there are two main organizations that test and rate vehicle safety: the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The IIHS gives vehicles either a “Top Safety… read more
What Happens if a Police Car Hits You During a Chase?
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | April 11, 2025 | Car Accidents
While the idea of a police chase may bring to mind the latest action movie you watched recently, these pursuits can happen in real life and be highly dangerous for civilians in the vicinity. Motorists or pedestrians can be at risk of injury if they are in the wrong place at the wrong time and… read more
Why Would An Airbag Not Deploy During A Car Accident?
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | April 2, 2025 | Car Accidents
If you are ever in a car accident, you want your car’s safety features to kick in correctly to protect you from harm as much as possible. Though airbags carry some risks, for the average adult, they will cushion the impact and potentially save your life. But what happens when those airbags, your last line… read more
4 Reasons To Undergo Physical Therapy After A Car Accident
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | March 31, 2025 | Car Accidents
If you’ve been in a car accident in Maryland, you know how jarring it is. Beyond the moment of impact, your whole world gets turned upside down in an instant — sometimes quite literally. Dealing with painful injuries can limit your abilities, keep you from doing things you love, and lower your quality of life,… read more
Maryland Car and Booster Seat Laws
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | March 20, 2025 | Car Accidents
In 2022, an average of 429 children were injured every day in traffic accidents throughout the country. The ones most likely to suffer catastrophic injuries were those who didn’t have the proper restraints. To address this problem, all states have car and booster seat laws. Learn more about what Maryland requires for safely transporting children… read more
How to Get Car Accident Footage From MDOT Cameras
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | March 14, 2025 | Car Accidents
Maryland is an at-fault state for car accident claims. That means an accident victim must prove the other driver caused the crash before they can recover damages. Proving fault and liability can be challenging. The accident victim must have compelling evidence. Evidence in a car accident case may include: Video footage of the crash can… read more
What Happens if Someone Dies in a Car Accident in Maryland?
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | March 12, 2025 | Car Accidents
Losing a loved one in a car accident is an unimaginable tragedy. In Maryland, when someone dies in a car accident, the situation is emotionally overwhelming, but it’s also important to understand the legal process that follows. Families who are left behind may have the right to seek justice and compensation through a wrongful death… read more
Is It Illegal To Wear Headphones While Driving in Maryland?
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | March 10, 2025 | Car Accidents
Headphones, earbuds, and over-the-ear listening devices are incredibly popular in Baltimore and across the United States. People wear headphones while walking, working out, biking, and even driving. Is it illegal to wear headphones while driving in Maryland? In most cases, yes. Drivers can be pulled over for wearing headphones or earbuds when behind the wheel… read more
Is Uber Safer Than Taxis?
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | 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