Blog: Car Accidents
- Am I legally required in Maryland to clean my car of snow and ice?
Jan 13, 2023
Winter is here and, although the past winters have been mild in many parts of Maryland, some areas of the state have had to contend with significant ice and snow. One of the things that Marylanders do on a wintry morning before setting off for work is clean their car of the wintry mix. So, are you required to make sure that your car is free of ice and snow before you hit the road?...Read More - What are the biggest hazards for drivers during the fall?
Sep 28, 2022
Fall is here, which means cooler weather in many parts of the country. Halloween is just around the corner as well. However, when you’re driving in Maryland, the season also brings certain hazards. Falling leaves Falling leaves Less daylight In the fall, the days begin growing shorter as the sun sets earlier. When people drive, there’s a good chance it will be dark as Daylight Saving Time comes to an end...Read More - Common car accident injuries in Maryland
Feb 23, 2022
Auto accident injuries in Baltimore and Ocean City, Maryland run the gamut from simple bruises to fatalities. However, some injuries seem to happen more often in Maryland auto accidents than others. Whiplash Whiplash occurs when a sudden movement stretches the muscles and ligaments of the neck and upper back, causing soft tissue injuries. Whiplash is most often seen in rear-end auto collisions. Shoulder injuries Baltimore and Ocean City car accident victims...Read More - Social media mistakes to avoid after a Maryland car accident
Jan 26, 2022
Social media is an important part of all of our lives and many people love to post about all aspects of their life. However, after you have been in a car accident in Baltimore or Ocean City, you want to be careful what you post on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, or Twitter because it could be used against by an insurance company or its attorneys in fighting your claim. It’s important to avoid social media...Read More - What are the legal fees and costs in a Maryland car accident case?
Jan 19, 2022
Well, it happened. You were driving down the road in Baltimore or Ocean City, obeying the stop signs and red lights and you were hit by a careless driver. You’ve got some injuries and had to get medical treatment. Your car has suffered damage and you had to take some time off from work. It looks like you’re going to need an attorney because, although the other driver has insurance, you’re pretty sure that...Read More - What to do after a car accident in Maryland
Dec 27, 2021
The first minutes after an auto accident can be confusing and, if it’s a minor fender bender, you might be tempted to continue to your destination. However, it’s important to do the right things after the collision to preserve your legal claims. Should you move your car to the side of the road? Yes. If you are involved in an auto accident and there is minimal property damage, but no injuries and your...Read More - What are the deadlines in Maryland auto accident cases?
Dec 20, 2021
If you’ve been in an Ocean City or Baltimore auto accident, there are important deadlines for your case. If you miss the statutes of limitations, you lose your chance to get compensation for your injuries. The statute of limitations for car accident cases in Maryland is three years from the date of the accident. There are, however, several instances where different time limitations apply. If there is a fatality, then families have...Read More - How much can I recover in the event of a Maryland auto accident?
Dec 10, 2021
Car accidents in Ocean City and other parts of Maryland are common occurrences. After all, Maryland drivers, especially in Baltimore, have ranked at the bottom of one insurer’s ratings of good drivers for over 10 years. In fact, the insurer noted that Maryland drivers are involved in auto accidents at a much more frequent rate than drivers in most other states. So, with the increased likelihood of an Ocean City or Baltimore car accident,...Read More - Can I get reimbursed for costs in an auto accident if the other driver is uninsured or doesn’t carry enough insurance to pay for the damages?
Oct 22, 2021
Maryland drivers consistently rank at the bottom of several studies that examine safe driving by looking at how often drivers are involved in a car accident. One of the nation’s largest insurers, Allstate, has ranked Baltimore at the bottom of its annual study of 200 cities for at least two years in a row. In addition, about one in seven drivers across the United States is uninsured, The frequency of accidents and the...Read More - WalletHub ranks Baltimore as one of the worst cities for driving
Sep 14, 2020
Baltimore often ranks low in the annual study done by Allstate Insurance Company. Now, another company has chimed in with similar results. The latest study Baltimore ranks low in many of the metrics that the personal finance website studied. WalletHub took a look at cost of ownership and maintenance, traffic and infrastructure, safety, access to vehicles and maintenance for 100 cities. Baltimore ranked in the top five for “highest accident likely in...Read More