Road dangers are a common focus of lawmakers, law enforcement and safety advocates in the Washington metropolitan area. While relatively recent problems like distracted driving have come to the forefront with initiatives and laws being put in effect to reduce its...
Bethesda, Maryland, And Washington, D.C., Personal Injury Law Blog
Malpractice, duty and professional standards
Most of our readers in Maryland have a general idea of what “medical malpractice” means – many would likely boil it down to a healthcare professional committing an error of some kind that ends up doing harm to a patient. However, there is a bit more to the term....
Speeding alleged to have contributed to 23 vehicle crash
Our region is known for its heavy traffic, which means one negligent driver could cause a catastrophic accident that affects many people. This was illustrated recently in an accident that involved approximately 23 vehicles on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Many were...
Nursing home negligence alleged in death of former U.S. Rep.
Nursing home accidents rarely make headlines outside of the state where the victim lives or the nursing home is located. However, a recent episode of nursing home staff neglect in Dallas produced such clear evidence of negligence that the case is likely to spark...
What can I do if the responsible driver cannot pay?
Getting compensation after a serious car accident can be hard. In some cases, for example, the responsible driver may not have a lot of insurance or other means to pay compensation for the injuries they caused. There are other ways an injured motorist can receive...
The timeline of a medical malpractice case
Being the victim of medical malpractice can cause you extreme suffering and impact the rest of your life. You may be considering a medical malpractice case but have questions about how long the process will take. As with almost any legal proceeding, medical...
Filing a slip-and-fall claim against a retailer
A grocery store or shopping center may seem like a safe place, but there are many dangerous conditions on the premises that could lead to a slip-and-fall. Store owners have a responsibility to take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of business invitees and other...
How to teach your kid to drive defensively
To your kid, learning to drive is a major milestone. For you, though, it can be a scary time, especially given that statistics show that a significant number of young drivers are involved in serious car accidents. In fact, in 2022 alone, nearly 3,000 teenagers were...
Washington road deaths are at their worst since 2007
In Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia, the roads are busy throughout the year. Keeping accurate auto accident statistics is a key factor in trying to find ways to prevent them. There has been growing concern about road dangers in recent years with a spike in...
Road death numbers in Maryland are reaching worrisome heights
Road safety is a priority for legislators, safety advocates and law enforcement. To improve the landscape, it is important to maintain statistics as to the number of accidents, injuries and fatalities as they occur. The most recent numbers show troubling signs for...