Do I Need a Lawyer After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Baltimore
Jill Kolodner | November 4, 2022 | Car Accidents
Hit-and-runs are illegal in Maryland. Yet, according to statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were more than 2,500 hit-and-run fatalities across the country in 2020, the latest year from which full data are available. In addition, more than 20% of pedestrian and bicycle accident fatalities were hit and runs that… read more
C2 Fractures: The Hangman’s Fracture
Jill Kolodner | November 3, 2022 | Personal Injury
The hangman’s fracture is a serious injury to the spinal column that can lead to death. In many cases, the negligence of others underpins the incidents that cause these types of fractures. When it does, a Baltimore personal injury attorney can help injury victims get justice. How Does a Hangman’s Fracture Occur? A hangman’s fracture… read more
Traffic and Red Light Cameras in Baltimore
Jill Kolodner | October 28, 2022 | Car Accidents
If you drive anywhere around Baltimore, MD, you will likely see one of the hundreds of speed and red light cameras installed throughout the city. While the primary purpose of these cameras is to promote safety by deterring speeding and other moving violations, they can also be helpful in personal injury claims. Whenever an accident… read more
Should You Call the Cops for a Fender Bender in Baltimore
Jill Kolodner | October 20, 2022 | Car Accidents
No one ever expects to be in a car accident; unfortunately, they occur far too often. A good percentage of car accidents are not life-threatening and tend to be only minor car accidents, which are sometimes referred to as “fender benders.” Regardless of the extent of the accident, most people wonder what they should do… read more
Maryland Highway Patrol Reports: What You Need to Know
Jill Kolodner | September 28, 2022 | Car Accidents
If you have been involved in a car accident that the Maryland Highway Patrol responded to, it is essential to request a copy of the accident report. While your initial concerns may be the damage to your property, minor or serious injuries, or time lost at work, obtaining the report is essential for your injury… read more
What To Do After a Car Accident Caused by Brake Checking in Baltimore
Jill Kolodner | September 21, 2022 | Car Accidents
There’s nothing as annoying as congested lines, rush-hour traffic, and sitting and waiting behind a long line of vehicles. In these situations, drivers often feel the temptation to “brake check” or sharply hit the brakes while driving. Sometimes people do this to avoid an accident, and other times they do it out of an act… read more
What Is CTE?
Jill Kolodner | September 15, 2022 | Brain Injuries
When it comes to head injuries, what you don’t know and what you can’t see could hurt you or your loved one. Severe blows to the head can inflict significant trauma on your brain that can have lifelong impacts on your cognitive abilities. Your memory and mood can also be affected. As the medical community’s… read more
Are Lane Splitting and Lane Filtering Legal in Baltimore?
Jill Kolodner | August 22, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents
Even careful and safety-minded motorcyclists can enjoy the thrill of risk every now and then. In your mind, your motorcycle may equal freedom — the freedom to take to the open road whenever you want. Traffic gridlocks and jams are something that might affect those in cars, but not you. Unfortunately, the same traffic issues… read more
Types of Commercial Driver’s Licenses
Jill Kolodner | August 21, 2022 | Truck Accidents
The type of commercial driver’s license a truck driver has may impact your truck accident case. The license may dictate the applicable trucking regulations, the professional standards the driver must adhere to, and certain safety precautions that should be in place when driving certain types of vehicles. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is responsible… read more
What Happens if You Don’t Accept a Settlement Offer from the Insurance Company?
Jill Kolodner | August 4, 2022 | Personal Injury
It is much more common for personal injury cases to be settled through negotiations with insurance companies than go to court. The at-fault party’s liability insurance carrier investigates the claim to determine liability. Being liable means a party is legally responsible for the damages they cause to a person. The party’s liability insurance provider investigates… read more