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Personal Injury Claims Against The Federal Government
There was a time when the United States government and its employees enjoyed sovereign immunity, which means that they were immune from suit. There was no statutory scheme by which the Federal Government or its employees could be sued for causing harm nor was there any common law remedy. That all changed in 1949,… Read More »
New Maryland Laws That Could Change Your Life!
The start of 2020 also marks the beginning of new laws taking effect in Maryland. According to an article by Patch, these are some of the most significant pieces of legislation that could impact you and your family this year: Minimum Wage Increase Maryland’s minimum wage rose from $10.10 to $11 as of the… Read More »
New MD Laws That Could Change Your Life!
The beginning of July brought more than just scorching summer temperatures to the state. According to The Baltimore Sun and The Washington Post, several new state laws went into effect as of July 1 that could significantly affect the lives of residents across the state. Between new tax credits, state employee raises, and the… Read More »
Maryland’s Foam Ban – What You Need to Know!
Maryland is one step closer to being the first state in the country to ban polystyrene foam food containers and cups. With this small, yet, significant step towards making our world a safer place to live, Maryland is now at the forefront of the battle against single-use plastic containers. According to an article by… Read More »
Maryland Car Accident Claims – The Basics
Various laws in Maryland apply to personal injury lawsuits. Every person who has suffered a personal injury caused by someone’s negligence should learn about Maryland’s statute of limitations, its cap on how much compensation a person is allowed to recover, fault and liability rules and more. What constitutes a personal injury in Maryland? A… Read More »
MD Move Over Law
Maryland drivers, prepare to move over. This past October, state legislators expanded the existing ‘Move Over’ law to include more than just emergency response and law enforcement vehicles, and motorists should be prepared to avoid hefty fines and unnecessary traffic accidents. The New ‘Move Over’ Law Maryland’s Move Over law first went into effect… Read More »
Injuries Caused By Oxygen Deprivation
Oxygen deprivation during labor and delivery is one of the leading causes of birth injuries. The negligent actions of doctors and other medical staff are often the cause of your baby going without oxygen; leading to irreparable brain damage and other severe harm. Dangerous conditions ranging from cerebral palsy to blindness could affect your… Read More »
Labor Day Drunk Drivers- Don’t Be A Statistic
Labor Day weekend is upon us, and Maryland law enforcement is prepared for the uptick in drunk drivers. According to Patch, Montgomery County officers arrested 12 people last week for drunk driving in an early crackdown before the holiday weekend. In Harford County, police officers will be conducting a special sobriety checkpoint on the… Read More »
How to Find The Best Personal Injury Lawyer For Your Case
When you are injured because of someone else’s negligence, your world could be turned upside down. You deserve compensation from them, and this compensation can amount to far more than you might think. A tragic incident’s aftermath can leave you with long-term or permanent injuries, including the inability to return to your previous work… Read More »
Heavy Impact Collision in Baltimore, Maryland
On July 20, 2020, at approximately 11:15 a.m., a vehicle operated by an allegedly intoxicated individual drifted into the left shoulder and struck two vehicles on I-695. At the time, the drivers of the stopped vehicles were changing a flat tire. All people involved in the crash were taken to Bayview Medical Center and… Read More »