Losing a loved one in a sudden accident can change a family's life in ways no one is prepared for. Along with the emotional suffering, families may find themselves entangled with heavy financial responsibilities they never expected to manage. The days and weeks...
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Wrongful death claims involving Maryland public transit accidents
Losing a loved one in a bus or train crash brings deep grief. Public transit accidents may involve government agencies. This can make the legal process harder. Knowing the rules can help families understand their legal options. Knowing the wrongful death statute...
How criminal prosecution affects a wrongful death lawsuit
When someone dies unexpectedly, the people closest to them may face social, financial and personal consequences. If there is evidence showing that either negligence or misconduct on the part of a person or a business caused the tragedy, then a wrongful death lawsuit...
What is wrongful death?
A fatal accident can leave a family facing profound grief and significant legal and financial uncertainty. Survivors may need to determine how the death occurred and whether it could have been prevented had another not acted in certain ways negligently or...
How distracted driving leads to fatal accidents
Driving requires one’s constant attention. Even a few seconds of distraction can prevent a driver from seeing a pedestrian, noticing a stopped vehicle or reacting to a sudden change in traffic. When distracted driving causes a serious crash, the consequences can be...
Who can file a Maryland wrongful death claim after an accident?
The first questions after a fatal accident are rarely legal ones. Families may ask what happened, whether their loved one suffered and how they will manage the days ahead. Only later might someone ask a different question: Who, exactly, can take legal action over this...
Who is liable for the deadly negligence of professional drivers?
Professional drivers operating large vehicles must obtain commercial driver's licenses (CDLs). They must complete more driver’s education than the average motorist. They are subject to federal driving standards that impose more restrictions and demands on their...
Don’t believe these common misconceptions about wrongful death claims
Losing a loved one because of someone else's actions is heartbreaking. In the days and weeks that follow, grieving families are trying to navigate medical bills, funeral expenses and an uncertain future. Family members and friends may try to be helpful and offer...
Can dangerous property conditions lead to wrongful death?
Yes. Dangerous property conditions can lead to a wrongful death when a property owner fails to use reasonable care and that failure contributes to a preventable fatal accident. A fatal accident on another person’s property leaves families with many questions. Many...
When does the filing countdown begin after a wrongful death?
Compensation when a person or business causes a death is not automatic. Affected parties must file insurance claims or wrongful death lawsuits to address the significant economic impact of losing a loved one. Wrongful death litigation is an option when there is...
