Most people who perish in Maryland motorcycle accidents are wearing helmets. It’s a startling fact we saw recently: 85% of Maryland motorcyclists involved in a crash are wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. We also know even minor motorcycle accidents are very serious for motorcyclists because their bodies are so exposed to […]
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 […]
The dog days of summer are the worst time for dog bites in Maryland. At Zirkin & Schmerling, we’ve noticed September is one of the worst months for dog bites in our state. It’s not just a summer statistic, either. In 2018, 3,280 dog bite injury claims were settled by just one insurance company alone. […]
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 […]
When we hear someone’s death is the result of someone else’s negligence, we take pause. In June 2016, Janet Stomps, the mother of three and grandmother of three, with a fourth on the way, was killed after her car was struck by a 19-ton trash truck on Ritchie Highway in Glen Bernie. The driver of […]
In the aftermath of a dog bite attack, we suggest a few actions you should take immediately to protect your safety and legal interests: After you do all that, we also tell you to contact local police and report the dog bite incident. Which states require doctors to report dog bites? There are several states […]
You are out driving on the streets of Baltimore with your children in the car. Without warning, you’re struck by another vehicle. If you’re fortunate, it’s just an inconvenience. If you’re not, well, you can imagine the rest. We all want to avoid such a possibly devastating, life-threatening and potentially expensive event like an accident […]
We know the roads in the greater Baltimore area can be dangerous. A look at recent auto accidents on the streets of Baltimore and the surrounding area serves as a good reminder for drivers to stay aware and be cautious, to avoid becoming an accident statistic. Extra Caution Required for Motorcyclists and New Drivers In […]
Around 5:30 pm on May 19, 2019, police are called to the 3600 block of Endsley Place, an unincorporated section of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The problem? An American Bulldog has attacked a food delivery driver, biting off part of his ear. Local news agency WUSA9 reports the dog also bites the driver’s neck and face […]
Maryland has experienced a recent rash of deadly auto accidents. Crashes with fatalities leave surviving family members wondering about liability, medical expenses and the future. Zirkin & Schmerling can help determine who is responsible for your loss and file suit for damages. Call 410-753-4611 today.
