In Maryland, there is not one answer. It depends. If you are traveling 1-9 miles per hour over the speed limit, you would be assessed 1 point upon conviction. That goes up to 3 points if you are speeding and involved in an accident. If you are traveling 10-19 miles...
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Social media mistakes to avoid after a Maryland car accident
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...
What are the legal fees and costs in a Maryland car accident case?
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...
Do you need a police report to prove fault in a Maryland car accident?
No. It’s easier to prove fault with a police report; however, it’s not always possible that a report was prepared. Maryland law does not require that every accident be reported to the police. In fact, Maryland officials recommend that the police only be called for...
What to do after a car accident in Maryland
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...
What are the deadlines in Maryland auto accident cases?
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...
How much can I recover in the event of a Maryland auto accident?
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...
Do I need to get an attorney to handle my auto accident claim?
Yes. The insurance companies will take advantage of you if an experienced Ocean City auto accident lawyer is not involved in your case. First, the probability of being involved in an auto accident in Maryland is quite high compared to other states. Baltimore drivers...
(Video) Don’t Take The First Offer From Insurance Companies After A Car Accident
Video Transcript Hi, it's attorney Tom Maronick. I'm here in Annapolis, Maryland to talk about car accidents. And the number one thing that people do to hurt their chance whether it's Annapolis or some other part of Maryland to get a better recovery in a car accident....
What is contributory negligence and what does it have to do with Maryland auto accidents?
Contributory negligence is a complete bar to recovery -- that means that if the plaintiff in a lawsuit has contributed in any way to the accident for which he is suing, the case will be thrown out of court. Some call it a “blame the victim” mentality. As a result,...