Following posted speed limits is one of the most fundamental rules of the road. Unfortunately, whether due to impatience, distraction or simple recklessness, too often motorists endanger themselves and others by driving too fast. According to the Maryland Department...
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What you need to know about distracted driving in Maryland
Distracted driving is a significant cause of motor vehicle accidents and related fatalities nationwide and in Maryland. Maryland has laws aimed at preventing distracted driving. The state recognizes that driving is a complex operation requiring your full attention to...
How pedestrians can protect themselves against motor vehicle accidents
When it comes to getting from point A to point B, nothing beats walking. The fresh air and health benefits make going for a stroll highly pleasurable. The drawback is that leg power is much slower than horsepower. Cars are still our primary mode of transportation....
The consequences of a DUI conviction go way beyond the courtroom
If law enforcement suspects you of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), you may only have time to think about the near-term ramifications such as fines and license suspension. However, a DUI mark on your record will follow you and affect different aspects of...
Consequences of refusing to take a breath test
The law is clear. In Maryland, when a police officer commands you to take to a portable breath test, there are negative consequences for refusing to comply. Penalties are even more severe for those who take one and fail. When weighing your decision to blow into one of...
How does a DUI charge differ from a DWI charge in Maryland?
In the ongoing effort to curb impaired driving, Maryland has made various changes to its laws in recent years. The laws differ between driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) and driving while impaired (DWI), but a conviction for either carries stiff penalties....
How much is my personal injury case worth?
When a negligent person or business causes a serious personal injury, it is natural for the victim to ask: What is my case worth? If you have suffered a personal injury, no one can value your claim without first thoroughly examining the circumstances of your accident,...
How to handle a Maryland DUI checkpoint
Police officers sometimes set up checkpoints where they stop drivers to check for drunk or otherwise impaired drivers. These checkpoints are often conducted during holidays and other times when more drunk driving accidents tend to occur. What should you do if you...
3 tips for helping your teen be a safer driver
For your teenager, getting a driver’s license means more freedom. But for you as a parent, your teen getting his or her license is cause for concern since the rate of teen car accidents and deaths is so high. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, in...
When can soft drug use lead to a DUI in Maryland?
Many Marylanders know that drinking alcohol and getting behind the wheel of a motor vehicle can lead to jail time and DUI charges, but what do you know about drugged driving's consequences? Although Maryland has more lenient drug laws than some states, that leniency...