WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | November 5, 2024 | Maryland Law
If you’re a driver in Maryland, you might wonder whether you’re required to have a front license plate on your vehicle. Getting to know the state’s license plate laws is important to avoid fines and ensure you’re compliant with local regulations. Maryland’s Front License Plate Law Maryland law requires most vehicles to display both a… read more
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | November 1, 2024 | Birth Injuries
Bringing a new baby into the world is a joyous occasion, but sometimes unexpected challenges arise. Understanding the difference between birth injuries and birth defects is important for parents in Maryland. These terms may sound similar, but they refer to different issues that can affect a newborn’s health. What Are Birth Defects? Birth defects are… read more
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | October 31, 2024 | Personal Injury
There are as many types of disabilities as there are courageous ways in which people surmount them. Understanding what these disabilities are and how you may be able to receive compensation is crucial. Here are the top 10 (based on data from the Social Security Administration (SSA). 1. Musculoskeletal Disorders The most common disability category… read more
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | October 24, 2024 | Car Accidents
Car accidents are scary, but the situation can be even more nerve-racking if the other driver flees the scene. Unfortunately, hit and run accidents are all too common in Baltimore. In fact, over 10,000 hit and run accidents occur each year in the city. If you are the victim of a hit and run accident,… read more
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | October 9, 2024 | Motorcycle Accidents
Many states across the country allow motorcycle riders to travel in some high-occupancy-vehicle (HOV) and express lanes for free. Maryland is among this group. Also known as carpool lanes, HOV lanes typically include one or more lanes with restricted access. Generally, they are only to be used by carpoolers or vehicles with two, three, or… read more
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | October 4, 2024 | Wrongful Death
If you suffer an injury due to someone else’s misconduct, you can sue them for personal injury. But what happens if the victim dies from their injuries? Maryland’s wrongful death statute allows certain parties to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the responsible party. Standing to Sue If a famous politician dies, you cannot use… read more
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | September 20, 2024 | Birth Injuries
Childbirth complications are every mother’s nightmare. Unfortunately, Umbilical cord prolapse is one of the most dangerous complications. It is the baby, not the mother, who is in most danger of an umbilical cord prolapse. If you have experienced this type of childbirth complication, it is important to understand how medical malpractice can occur and what… read more
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | September 13, 2024 | Motorcycle Accidents
Helmet laws in Maryland can seem a bit tricky. However, helmets are considered to be one of the safest pieces of gear for motorcyclists and bicyclists. They are known to decrease the chances of suffering a traumatic brain injury or head injury. According to the National Institute of Health, bicycle helmets reduce head injuries by… read more
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | August 30, 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