How risky is drowsy driving?
Drowsy driving can lead to severe or fatal collisions. Some may think it is largely a concern among truck drivers due to their shift schedules and driving durations, but the problem covers a broader demographic. Studies show it relates more to sleeping habits and...
The basics of medical malpractice in Maryland
When visiting a doctor, you expect to receive adequate care consistent with professional medical standards. What happens when a doctor or other medical professional fails to deliver in accordance with accepted professional standards, resulting in injury or even death...
Understanding an accident reconstruction investigation
Accidents—whether an auto accident, a construction accident, or an industrial accident—can be complicated phenomena. Even a complex accident like a multi-car auto accident can begin and end in a few seconds. Understanding the exact sequence of events can be critical...
The holidays are dangerous when people drive drunk
The winter holidays are here, and it is a time to celebrate peace, family and another year gone by. People will attend many parties and festivities at this time of year, but some will overindulge on these occasions and become intoxicated. The situation is made worse...
Rear-end collision kills passenger
Sorting out cause and effect in a multi-vehicle accident can be a difficult task, but it is a prerequisite to commencing a lawsuit to recover damages. A recent rear-end collision near Elkridge. Maryland demonstrates the problems posed by untangling a multi-vehicle...
Move over law hopes to reduce Maryland highway auto accidents
On Maryland highways, it is common to see vehicles stopped on the side of the road. Whether it is a stranded passenger vehicle, a tow truck, a work vehicle or a law enforcement cruiser during an investigation, this is always a potential cause of auto accidents....
Recent truck accident causes several injuries
Tractor-trailers and other large trucks are frequently seen on Maryland’s busy roads and highways. Like any other driver, the operators of these vehicles have a duty to drive safely and reasonably. A recent accident involving an overturned tractor-trailer shut down...
How does alcohol affect your ability to drive?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that in 2020 alone, 11,654 people were killed in drunk driving accidents. This is a 14% uptick from the number of drunk driving fatalities in 2019. The sad part of these accidents is that they are entirely...
The science of accident reconstruction
Many media accounts of traffic accidents end with the statement that the accident “is still under investigation.” How can an accident be investigated if the involved vehicles and accident debris have been removed from the site? The answer can be found in a brief...