Baltimore Personal Injury Blog

[email protected] | 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

[email protected] | 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

[email protected] | 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

[email protected] | 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

[email protected] | February 27, 2025 | Brain Injuries

The brain is one of the most complex and vital organs in the human body, and it needs a constant supply of oxygen to function properly. When that oxygen supply is cut off or interrupted, the effects can be severe — and sometimes permanent or even deadly. Oxygen deprivation can set in quickly, and what… read more

[email protected] | February 25, 2025 | Birth Injuries

Seeing a newborn arching back and crying can be alarming for any parent. Babies can’t tell us what’s wrong, so we have to try to read their body language.  Some babies arch their backs as a response to discomfort, frustration, or even excitement — and that’s normal. However, frequent or intense baby arching back and… read more

[email protected] | February 23, 2025 | Personal Injury

Gas explosions pose significant risks to both residential and commercial properties. Learning how these explosions occur, their common causes, potential injuries, and safety measures can reduce these dangers effectively. Read on to learn more about how our Baltimore personal injury lawyers explain the factors associated with gas explosions and the need to be vigilant to… read more

[email protected] | 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

[email protected] | 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

[email protected] | 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