You’re already having a bad day when you’re in a car accident, but things get even worse when you discover the other driver is uninsured. Now you’re facing injuries and hospital bills plus uncertainty about insurance covering it. And it was all due to someone else’s irresponsibility. It’s common to feel frustrated and fearful in […]
In Part 1 of this blog series, we discussed why it’s so important to connect with an experienced car accident attorney who can help you find expert witnesses to support your side. These experts bolster your case and increase your odds of high-value compensation. In this post, we discuss medical witnesses in more depth. An […]
Were you hurt in a car accident? That means the burden is on you to prove the other person was at fault for your injuries. You also have to provide evidence of the extent of your injuries and the cost of your medical treatment. It sure doesn’t seem fair, does it? You’re already the victim […]
A cyclist can be injured or killed in moments when a vehicle driver collides with them. In the U.S., fatal bicycle accidents are on the rise even though bike accidents are declining overall. Why? The main reason is motor vehicle driver distraction caused by things like using cell phones, looking at in-car technology, eating food, […]
One of Maryland’s top factors in car accidents is speeding. While speeders might view their tendency to exceed the speed limit as no big deal, speeding is a contributor to about one-third of all road accidents. Speeding is a form of aggressive driving that puts other people at risk on the road. It accelerates the […]
A car accident is terrifying for everyone involved, and not knowing what to do after the accident makes the situation even worse. If you’re reading this because you’re concerned about what to do after your Baltimore car crash, you’re in the right place. During this challenging time, Zirkin & Schmerling Law is here by your […]
In May 2019, Baltimore made a controversial change to one of its most accident-prone roads, Harford Road between Echodale Avenue and White Avenue. A busy thoroughfare with four lanes of traffic was cut down to just two, with the others converted to bike lanes and more room for pedestrians and scooters. This slim-down is known […]
Truck Crashes Are Among The Most Destructive Accidents On Maryland’s Roads When a super-heavy truck travels at excessive speed, it puts other drivers at serious risk of injury and death in an auto accident. The sheer number of trucks on our roads is staggering. At Zirkin & Schmerling, we tallied all the different kinds of […]
Do drivers in Maryland realize it’s illegal to use a handheld device while driving? Even if you’re aware of this, plenty of Baltimore’s citizens still drive distracted, which can and does cause crashes on our roads and highways. We think we’re pretty lucky to have the nation’s first and only integrated trauma center so nearby […]
We read recently that the city of Baltimore is the 200th safest driving city among the most populous cities in America. At first glance, this may not seem like bad news for Maryland’s largest city and economic hub; perhaps middle of the road among cities, so to speak? Except Baltimore is ranked dead last, so […]
