In the unfortunate event of the recall of a product owned by a Maryland consumer, the first step is to get rid of the affected product. The recall will have details on how to properly dispose of the product and may include returning it or throwing it away. Affected consumers…
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Filing a Claim After a Personal Watercraft Accident in Maryland
Personal watercraft accidents can cause serious and lasting injuries. There were 155 reportable Maryland boating accidents in 2020, according to the state. 64 of those accidents resulted in injuries and there were seven deaths. Filing a Maryland injury claim after a personal watercraft accident may be the only way victims…
The Importance of an In-Depth Investigation in Maryland Accident Cases
Immediately after a car accident, it may be hard to think clearly because of the adrenaline of the moment. It is crucial, however, to take several steps toward documenting the accident, if you are able, so that you can both aid in your personal stake in recovering following the collision,…
Roadside Accident Victims in Maryland May Be Eligible for Compensation
Maryland state troopers are looking into a recent Maryland roadside crash in which a AAA worker was killed while changing a tire. According to one news source, the AAA worker had just finished changing a flat tire on I-70 in Marriottsville when a pickup truck driver hit him and his…
Maryland Appeals Court Finds Expert Testimony Wrongfully Excluded Despite Failing to Review Patient’s Medical Records
Expert testimony is essential in many Maryland accident cases. A Maryland appeals court recently issued a decision in part on whether a court was wrong in excluding expert testimony, despite not having reviewed the patient’s relevant medical records. In that case, the plaintiff filed a malpractice claim against a doctor…
Maryland Police Investigation Two Fatal Crashes in Recent Weekend in Cecil County
State police in Maryland are investigating two fatal crashes that occurred on a recent weekend in Cecil County, Maryland, according to one news source. In the first fatal crash, according to a preliminary investigation, shortly before 10 pm on a Saturday night, a driver was driving a car southbound on…
Maryland Man Killed After Car Crashes into His Home
While individuals are more likely to get into a car or truck accident while they are driving, there is the possibility of getting injured by a car in other situations. Whether they are hurt in a vehicle or in their home, after someone is hurt in an accident, they can…
Covering the Rising Costs of Medical Bills After a Maryland Accident
A Maryland car accident can have significant consequences on a victim’s financial, medical, and psychological standing. Under Maryland’s “at-fault” model of recovery, the “at-fault” party is responsible for compensating the victim for property damage, medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and other economic damages. However, in many cases, the…
Recovering After a Maryland Public Transit Bus Accident
Although most people think of accidents as between two cars, buses or commuter trains are often involved in major collisions also. When the Maryland accident involves a municipal bus associated with public transportation provided by the state as the at-fault party, however, there are a number of special requirements that…
Notice Requirements in Maryland Medical Malpractice Claims
Maryland medical malpractice lawsuits have certain requirements that are not necessary for other personal injury claims. Most importantly, before filing a Maryland medical malpractice claim, a claimant must file a certificate of a qualified expert. What Are the Requirements of a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in Maryland? Under MD Cts &…