The aftermath of a car crash can be a blur. Even if no one is seriously injured, you may find it difficult to focus on what needs to be done in the wake of an accident. As a result, it doesn’t hurt to have an app or even a checklist on your phone or in your glove...
Car Accidents
What Maryland drivers need to know about road rage
There are many choices and behaviors that could result in motor vehicle collisions. Difficulty controlling emotional reactions can play a role in an individual's crash risk. Those who succumb to their intense emotions while driving can make impulsive decisions that...
How does uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage work?
Most car crash insurance claims involve standard liability coverage. State law requires that every driver carry minimum amounts of liability insurance coverage. Proof of coverage is necessary to register a vehicle, but not everyone remains compliant with the law....
Maryland guide to winter driving safety
The changing seasons bring a variety of safety concerns, including unique road conditions. Maryland winters can be relatively harsh. Inches of snow can accumulate overnight, and people can encounter black ice on streets that might initially seem safe and dry. Drivers...
What rights do drivers have after multi-vehicle crashes?
Some car crashes lead to very simple determinations of fault and compensation for those affected. When a collision involves two vehicles, it is often easy to analyze the situation and determine who may be responsible. Collisions can quickly become complicated and more...
3 factors that increase the risk of a teen driver crashing
Teenage drivers have a bad reputation. People tend to talk about teen drivers as though they are particularly unsafe, even though many drivers make poor choices in traffic occasionally. There is a degree of truth underlying the cultural bias against young drivers. The...
Who’s at fault in a multi-car pileup?
Being involved in any kind of car wreck is a traumatic experience, but this situation becomes undeniably more complex if you’re dealing with a multi-car pileup. One of the most difficult aspects of these cases is that it can be difficult to determine fault so that you...
3 safety rules that can reduce a teen’s risk of a car wreck
Most teenagers look forward to getting their driver's licenses with eager anticipation. They look forward to going out on the road independently. Parents often worry about their young drivers for the same reason. When they aren't present to give advice, they may worry...
Spinal cord injuries can lead to lifetime challenges
The spinal cord transmits messages between the brain and the body. When it becomes damaged, those nerve signals are impacted. This changes the way the body functions, which can lead to challenges. For victims of catastrophic spinal cord injuries (SCIs), such as those...
The unseen consequences of hit-and-run accidents
Most traffic laws in Maryland are relatively straightforward. Drivers have an obligation to stop and file a report after a crash. Doing so helps ensure that the right party has accountability for the collision. Unfortunately, most people would prefer to avoid...
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