Tag Archives: Mobility
What to Know When Sharing the Road with Semi-Trucks
More than 250,000 accidents involving large trucks and small automobiles occur each year. Approximately 97% of these accidents are caused by the surrounding drivers in smaller vehicles. These numbers are a 52% increase from 2009, the year containing the lowest recorded number of truck-related incidents since 1975, when the data collection began. Accidents that… Read More »
Woman Dead on I-83 After Crash
On September 27, 2020, a 32-year-old woman was killed in Baltimore City when she lost control of her vehicle driving southbound on I-83 and struck a vehicle stopped on the shoulder. Police say the stopped vehicle was unoccupied.
What To Do After a Car Accident
Car accidents can be life-altering, leading to various degrees of injury, expenses from medical treatment, loss of income, and death. Reports from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal that in 2020, 38,680 people died in car accidents, and in the first half of 2021, the figure was 20,160. Take… Read More »
What Makes Motorcycle Accident Lawsuits Different?
Motorcycle riders have the same rights as all other road users, yet they are often overlooked or disregarded by other drivers. This negligence leads to serious accidents and life-changing injuries, making it crucial for motorcyclists to have legal advocates who understand their unique challenges. Why Motorcycle Accident Cases Require Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Motorcycle accident… Read More »
Tractor-Trailer Crash in Baltimore
On August 19, 2020, a tractor-trailer jackknifed on I-95 near I-695, blocking all lanes on I-95 North. Debris is scattered throughout the roadway and traffic is backed up for miles. Crash response operations are underway. Significant injuries have not been reported. ALERT: Crash, Baltimore County, I-695 inner loop prior to exit 33/I-95 northbound. Two… Read More »
The Most Dangerous Bridges in Maryland
Maryland bridges are not as safe as we’d like to believe. Over 300 bridges in the state are classified as structurally deficient according to a new report published by the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), and some of these bridges are traveled by millions of vehicle every day. The ARTBA reports over… Read More »
Three Seriously Injured In Tractor-Trailer Crash On I-695 In Maryland
On Jun 03, 2020 just before 7:00 a.m., a crash involving a tractor-trailer and a car shut down I-695. The tractor-trailer caught fire shortly after the crash. The fire was extinguished at around 7:15 a.m. Unfortunately, the car was trapped beneath the tractor-trailer. Three trapped people were extricated. One person was transported to Bayview… Read More »
Tire Pressure Tragedies: How To Reduce Your Risk!
The bad weather has shown its face early this year, and just in time for holiday travel. Before heading to your Thanksgiving destination your checklist might include packing your bags, shopping for road snacks, and bringing enough activities to keep everyone busy on the ride. You’ll probably grab a coffee and gas up before… Read More »
Tire Pressure
If you’re planning on taking a road trip this Christmas, your travel plans might look something like this: pack your bags, wrap the presents, buy the road snacks, and pick out enough activities to keep everyone busy on the ride. You’ll probably grab a coffee and gas up before you go too. But a… Read More »
The End of Daylight Savings Can Be Deadly
This Sunday at 2 a.m. marks the end of Daylight Savings. While setting back the clocks may seem like a burden, adjusting the time this weekend will be the least of your worries. The end of Daylight Savings comes with an uptick in motor vehicle accidents and driving hazards. As road conditions get darker… Read More »