Many people become victims of distracted driving. Distracted driving happens when a driver looks away from the road or takes their hands off the wheels. When a driver is distracted, they reduce their ability to process dangers and their ability to control their...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What accidents produce the most severe injuries?
Motor vehicle accidents are among the leading causes of fatal and non-fatal injuries in Maryland. Although no two accidents are alike, they usually fall into common categories, producing typical injuries suffered by victims. Eight types of motor vehicle accidents...
3 mistakes at intersections that can lead to major wrecks
The average driver passes through dozens of intersections on their daily commute to work or their trip to drop children off at school. Each of those intersections slightly increases the possibility of a collision. Although crashes can occur anywhere, locations where...
Concussions after car accidents
A car crash is one of the most common causes of concussions and other head injuries. If you are hurt while traveling on a Maryland road, it's important to seek treatment right away. Doing so may help to minimize the scope of your injury as well as provide a paper...
Common fall driving hazards and how to deal with them
Fall is just around the corner, which means crisp, pleasant weather and lovely colors as the leaves turn in Maryland. However, with the new season comes a slew of fall driving hazards. These are some of the most common. Earlier darkness By the time fall comes, the...
Car accident victims should take a break from social media
Maryland car accident victims should refrain from posting images of themselves on social media if their injuries are not quite as serious as they claim. That was the advice a personal injury attorney gave during an insurance industry conference in California. The...
Important information about blind spot crashes
There are a number of reasons why motor vehicle accidents occur in Maryland. For example, you may be at a higher risk of a crash simply because you are traveling on a congested road or because weather conditions aren't ideal. However, you may also be in a crash...
What speed is most common for accidents?
Speeding is the cause of death in many accidents that occur in Maryland. This is a hazard that even the most careful drivers can sometimes find themselves guilty of. It is true that accidents can occur at any time of day. They can happen under the most unexpected...
Sustaining a femur fracture in a car crash
Maryland car crashes can result in severe injuries, especially when bone fractures occur. Femur fractures are particularly debilitating for victims, and being the strongest bone in the human body, breaks can mean significant pain, disability and a lengthy recovery...
Bicycle fatalities are growing more common
A recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration should have a sobering effect on bicycle riders. The agency reports that the total number of deaths from collisions with bicycles is at a record high. Nine hundred sixty-six bicycle riders were...