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September 5, 2023Medical malpractice lawsuits are generally hard-fought cases. The defendant knows they could be responsible for a large sum of money if they are liable for your injuries. The average settlement for a medical malpractice claim is now passing $400,000, and it could be even higher in an expensive area such as Maryland. The average jury… Read More
Legal Considerations for Maryland Employers in Workers’ Compensation Cases
September 1, 2023Workers’ Compensation law is not as straightforward as it may seem. You may need an experienced Workers’ Compensation lawyer because of some challenging issues as an injured employee. Maryland law requires that employers provide Workers’ Compensation coverage for their employees. Employers can secure this coverage in one of two ways: They can purchase a policy… Read More
What Steps Should I Take After a Truck Accident?
August 31, 2023When traveling on a busy highway, the last thing you expect to happen is to be involved in a devastating accident with an 80,000-pound commercial truck. However, truck accidents continue to occur on roads and highways nationwide. Due to the massive size and weight of the average truck, it should come as no surprise that… Read More
Dollar Tree Required to Improve Worker Safety After Multiple OSHA Violations
August 29, 2023Recently, federal regulators announced a settlement with the company that runs Dollar Tree and Family Dollar to improve worker safety at 10,000 store locations nationwide. According to the Department of Labor, the company is also paying $1.4 million in penalties to settle existing contested and open inspections of alleged violations. Dollar Tree Inc. operates over… Read More
Understanding Medical Malpractice Laws in Maryland: A Comprehensive Guide
August 28, 2023Medical malpractice cases are filed and tried under state law. Maryland has its medical malpractice statutes that can affect your case. Your experienced lawyer is familiar with the laws of this jurisdiction and can help you present the strongest possible case. The first key is the timeframe to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. In Maryland,… Read More
Maximizing Your Maryland Workers’ Compensation Benefits: Tips for Injured Workers
August 27, 2023While Maryland law entitles you to Workers’ Compensation benefits when you have suffered a work-related injury, things are not always that simple. There is a range of outcomes that you can experience in your case. You have some control over what happens in a Workers’ Compensation claim when you follow specific helpful guidance. Here is… Read More
Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Maryland Workers’ Compensation Claims
August 25, 2023You do not have an unlimited ability to file a Workers’ Compensation claim in Maryland. There are time limits placed on how long you have to file your claim. Maryland has a shorter timeframe for filing a Workers’ Compensation claim than many other states. You have 60 days from your workplace accident in Maryland to… Read More
Two Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident on Landover Road
August 24, 2023A hit-and-run collision in Prince George’s County, Maryland resulted in two fatalities early Wednesday morning. The deadly crash occurred at the intersection of Landover Road and 63rd Pl when the driver of a Kia sport utility vehicle collided with the side of a Toyota Camry making a lefthand turn. The impact caused the Camry to… Read More
Medical Malpractice Insurance in Maryland: Understanding Coverage and Claims
August 21, 2023Medical malpractice is one of the most devastating forms of personal injury that you can suffer. The doctor to whom you have entrusted your health has been careless and now you face a life-altering injury. You may even have lost a family member to a medical mistake. Although doctors and hospitals are not required to… Read More
Maryland Workers’ Compensation and Pre-Existing Conditions: What You Need to Know
August 18, 2023You are entitled to Workers’ Compensation benefits when you show you suffered a work-related injury. The insurance company interprets this to mean that your condition must be a new one that comes from a job or some injury-causing event that has just happened. Pre-existing conditions are generally not included in Workers’ Compensation coverage. Still, you… Read More