Being struck by a vehicle is a traumatic experience, and the injuries that follow can be life-changing. If you were jaywalking at the time, you may assume that you have no legal options. In Maryland, that assumption is understandable, but knowing where you actually...
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Common mistakes that can hurt your injury claim
An accident can turn your life upside down in an instant. Between medical appointments, missed work and conversations with insurance companies, it can be easy to say or do something that seems harmless but can negatively impact your personal injury claim. In Maryland,...
Why PIP can be your safety net after a car accident in Maryland
Navigating the aftermath of a car crash in Maryland can be overwhelming. Your bills are piling up, and you may be missing work. Fortunately, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) can provide immediate relief by covering medical expenses and lost wages, regardless of who...
Can social media posts hurt your personal injury claim?
After an accident, your online activity can become part of the evidence reviewed by insurance adjusters and defense attorneys. They may use your posts, photos, comments, tags and check-ins to question what happened or how severely your injuries affected your daily...
What should you do after being hit by a car while walking?
Being struck by a vehicle while walking can be a frightening and disorienting experience. Even if you feel relatively unharmed, the shock of the incident might make it difficult to take action after an accident. In Maryland, knowing what steps to take could help you...
How does premises liability affect slip and fall injuries?
Sometimes you take a spill, dust yourself off and keep going. However, serious falls can leave you with life-changing injuries. If you slipped and got hurt due to unsafe conditions, you have a legal right to pursue a claim against the responsible party. Familiarizing...
What happens to your claim if the statute of limitations expires?
If you’ve been injured in Maryland because someone else was careless, there’s a legal clock already ticking on your right to do something about it. The law sets a strict deadline within which you can file a personal injury lawsuit, known as the statute of limitations....
Can passengers file a personal injury claim?
While riding with a friend or using a service like Lyft or Uber, you place your trust in the driver to follow road safety rules. That trust is broken when the one behind the wheel crashes the car and leaves you injured in the process. Even if you were in the vehicle...
Before you say yes to that settlement offer, read this
Within days of a crash, insurance adjusters are already calculating how little they can pay you, banking on the fact that you’re stressed, injured and eager to put the whole ordeal behind you. Therefore, that first settlement offer is not something you should...
What evidence strengthens a personal injury claim in Maryland?
Strong evidence can make or break a personal injury claim in Maryland. The proof you gather establishes fault and damages while protecting you from common defenses insurers use to reduce or deny payment. Knowing what documents to hold onto improves your chances of...
