We’ve all done this before. You’re settling in for a long ride, or perhaps you just feel more comfortable with your feet propped up, even if you’re just driving a short distance. But what happens when you’re in this position when a collision occurs? According to a few case studies, catastrophic injuries can occur, and […]
Soft tissue injuries are a common injury that car accident victims suffer from, ranging from mild to severe. Also, various soft tissues in the body can become injured. The type of compensation you can recover from a soft tissue injury can vary from one case to the next, as multiple factors can affect a personal […]
The only thing worse than being injured in a car accident is having a loved one injured, especially if it’s a child. No parent or guardian wants to see their child suffer. We all want what is best for our kids. Unfortunately, accidents still happen. And no matter what you do to protect your child, it […]
Losing someone you love in a fatal car accident can be devastating. Unfortunately, these tragic accidents are all too common. In 2020, there were over 35,000 fatal car accidents that resulted in over 38,000 deaths. In Maryland there were over 500 fatal crashes and around 567 deaths. Whether you were injured in a fatal car […]
Lower extremity injuries, such as lower leg and foot injuries, are prevalent among car accident victims. These types of injuries are especially common in frontal and side collisions. While some leg and foot injuries after car accidents are minor and not very noticeable, others can be quite severe and even life-threatening. Part of your leg […]
A broken pelvis from a car accident can be a severe and even life-altering injury. Not only can a fractured or crushed pelvis be incredibly painful, but treatment options can also be quite expensive and require time off work while healing. And even after the initial healing process, a crushed pelvis could result in permanent […]
As Maryland personal injury lawyers, we often hear people ask, “What is a tort?” There is a lot of jargon used for legal purposes that can confuse the average person— and “tort” is one of them. However, as foreign as the word may seem rolling off of your tongue, it’s really quite a simple concept […]
Each state has negligence laws that they follow when dealing with legal situations, such as car accidents. These negligence laws are put in place to help determine who was at fault and even how much compensation a person can get from insurance after being involved in an accident. For example, if a person files a […]
Broken rib cases can often be challenging because insurance companies notoriously undervalue them. This is likely because a minor broken rib injury can heal on its own and won’t require much treatment other than rest and pain relievers. However, broken ribs are not always a simple injury. These types of injuries often occur as a […]
Seat belts are an essential safety measure when it comes to vehicles. According to the NHTSA, 51% of car accident deaths in recent years were a result of passengers or drivers not wearing their seat belts. However, though seat belts are generally considered safe, reduce the risk of death, and are legally required in most […]
