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...
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3 motorcycle safety tips for fall riding
As the weather begins to cool and the seasons change, many motorcyclists want to get out on the road. If you are one of those riders, you may wonder what you can do to avoid becoming a motorcycle accident statistic. In Maryland, the five-year average for fatalities...
Driving privileges after a Maryland DUI
When facing charges of driving under the influence in Maryland, you likely have concerns about whether you will be able to keep your license. The answer varies based on factors such as age and previous offenses. Learn about driver's license suspension after a Maryland...
What are the 3 types of distracted driving?
Every time you drive, you face distractions that impact your ability to operate a vehicle safely. Distractions like these contribute to many car accident injuries and deaths every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2018 in the U.S.,...
Stay safe as a pedestrian this September
When kids head back to school, more cars on the road and more feet on the sidewalks result in more accidents involving pedestrians. According to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration, the United States experienced more than 6,000 fatalities in these...
3 common defenses to a DUI charge
If you get arrested for drinking and driving, you could face serious consequences. These penalties can affect you financially in addition to impacting your ability to obtain future employment. For example, according to the Maryland Department of Transportation,...
Documenting your injuries after a motor vehicle crash
Whenever you get into your car to drive somewhere, you put yourself at risk of getting into a car accident. Although some accidents cause minor to severe injuries, others can be fatal for the driver and any passengers. In Maryland in 2019, according to the Insurance...
Multiple parties may share liability in a truck-car crash
Determining fault in a crash between a large truck and a passenger vehicle is a more complex undertaking than if the accident simply involved two cars. The truck driver may appear to be responsible for causing the crash. However, depending on the circumstances, other...
Do you qualify for Maryland DUI court?
Maryland has a DUI/DWI Treatment Court for individuals charged with driving under the influence who struggle with substance abuse. Through this diversion program, convicted DUI offenders can take steps toward a sober lifestyle outside the criminal justice system....
Reconstructing a car crash helps to establish fault
Establishing fault begins with a thorough investigation, which often means reconstructing the accident and collecting evidence left behind. Scene mapping The team investigating the scene of a vehicle crash on behalf of an injured victim may include traffic accident...