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Nonfatal Workplace Accidents With High Costs
Workplace accidents can be severe events. Many have read about fatalities at workplaces or even know someone who has sustained life-threatening injuries. In addition to these life-changing events, many workers experience injuries that lead to high costs. There may be extensive medical care and income loss associated with a workplace accident. To strategize a… Read More »
Who’s Liable For A Maryland Gas Station Injury?
The state of Maryland has thousands of gas stations. Some only sell gas, others provide additional services. Service stations may fix vehicles as well as sell gasoline, and many gas stations also have a convenience store component. One convenience store may only sell fast snacks while another has a full hot meal bar and… Read More »
Workers’ Comp, Rehabilitation Expenses, And Who Pays
Has your Baltimore employer suggested that you pay for your own workers’ compensation insurance? If so, they are making an illegal request. Insurance coverage for workers’ compensation is always covered by the employer not by the employee. It is illegal to ask an employee to foot the bill for workers’ comp coverage. This includes… Read More »
Crashes Are Possible After Extensive Video Chatting
With more and more people using online video apps to work and socialize, you have likely heard people refer to their exhaustion as Zoom fatigue. It is possible to be tired after a chat on Zoom, Skype, Teams, or another video platform. While people may recognize a zap in their energy levels, they may… Read More »
Injuries Because Airbags Don’t Deploy Or Inflate Inappropriately
Airbags have saved tens of thousands of lives. They are an important safety feature that helps to reduce injuries and fatalities in the event of a car collision. But there are times when airbags do not work as they should. Airbag malfunctions can lead to injuries that occurred as a direct result of an… Read More »
Why Is My Settlement Taking So Long?
Nobody wants to have creditors calling them, asking why they haven’t paid bills. And car accident victims may be particularly overwhelmed by these calls if they want to pay the bills but simply haven’t received their settlement yet. If you feel your car crash settlement is taking longer than you thought, there are things… Read More »
Is The Smell Of Marijuana Enough For A Search?
Some marijuana laws vary from state to state. In the state of Maryland, if a person is in possession of marijuana, but they have possession of less than 10 grams, it is a civil infraction not a criminal offense. A fine will typically be issued. An amount larger than 10 grams could lead to… Read More »
Is A Court Verdict Better Than A Settlement Agreement?
Court is the right avenue for some who have been injured in a car accident or slip and fall event, but most personal injury claims are resolved through a settlement agreement. One resolution is not more successful than the other because the objective is simply to secure a full and fair compensation package. Sometimes,… Read More »
Motorcycle Crash Injuries Include Biker’s Arm
Because motorcycle riders are not protected by the frame of a vehicle, many wear safety gear to protect themselves in the event of a crash. Helmets protect heads from facial and brain injuries. Other common motorcycle accident injuries are biker’s arm and road rash. There have been examples of padded clothing reducing the extent… Read More »
Negligent Security Can Have A Financial Impact
It is normal to expect a reasonable amount of safety when you are in a business or public space. After all, there are local and federal security standards. But there are times when a building or property owner or operator fails to keep up with safety precautions. When this happens, people can be injured…. Read More »
