A tragic crash in Anne Arundel County has left one woman dead and a repeat DUI offender facing severe legal consequences. The February 17 collision on Mitchells Chance Road near Hamlet Club Drive involved a Chevrolet pickup veering into oncoming traffic and striking a Ford truck head-on. The Ford’s passenger,…
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Understanding Liability in Rideshare Accidents Under Maryland Law
Rideshare services have become a standard mode of transportation, but accidents involving rideshare drivers raise unique questions about liability. Maryland’s rules on insurance and liability provide essential protections for victims of these incidents. A recent Florida case involving Uber Technologies, Inc. offers insight into how courts evaluate liability, especially when…
Maryland Wrongful Death Claims in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accidents
When a loved one loses their life in a hit-and-run crash, families face heartbreak compounded by unanswered questions. Maryland law provides avenues for justice and accountability, even when the driver leaves the scene. Wrongful death claims stemming from hit-and-run incidents involve unique challenges, but legal options remain available to seek…
Understanding Your Rights After a Serious Maryland Crash
A pair of devastating car accidents in Maryland early Friday morning left two people dead and eight others hospitalized. The first occurred on Interstate 270 in Montgomery County, involving a fiery collision that tragically claimed one life and injured four others. Hours earlier, another accident in Prince George’s County resulted…
What Maryland Residents Need to Know About Legal Options After a Fatal Single-Vehicle Accident
Recently, two Salisbury residents tragically lost their lives in a single-vehicle crash on Route 50 in Dorchester County. According to Maryland State Police, the driver of a Subaru veered off the roadway for unknown reasons, striking a utility pole and causing the vehicle to catch fire. The driver and an…
Drunk Driver Charged with DUI after Injuring Montgomery Co. Firefighter at Scene of Earlier Accident
Some of the most dangerous situations encountered on most any expressway, beltway or highway are construction zones and accident scenes where road workers or EMS personnel must perform their jobs in close proximity to passing cars and trucks. Despite caution placards and warning signs placed ahead of roadway construction zones…
Understanding Legal Rights Under Maryland Law after Two University of Maryland Eastern Shore Students Die in Tragic Car Crash
The tragic loss of two University of Maryland Eastern Shore students in a car crash has left their community devastated. The accident, which occurred in the early morning hours on Sussex Highway in Seaford, Delaware, involved two vehicles and resulted in multiple fatalities and critical injuries. Police believe impairment may…
DUI and Negligence Per Se in Maryland: What You Need to Know After a Drunk Driving Accident
When someone gets behind the wheel while intoxicated, they aren’t just breaking the law—they are also putting everyone around them at risk. In Maryland, drivers who cause accidents while under the influence can be held accountable through criminal charges and in civil court through personal injury lawsuits. In DUI cases,…
Driver Charged with Multiple Counts of Manslaughter Fatal DUI Crash in Wicomico County
DUI accidents are among the most devastating types of crashes, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. In Maryland, families who lose loved ones in such accidents have legal options to pursue justice and compensation. Understanding your rights under Maryland law is essential if you are dealing with the aftermath…
Tragic Multi-Vehicle Accident in Prince George’s County
A tragic accident occurred earlier this month in Prince George’s County, leading to the death of three individuals. The Maryland State Police are investigating this devastating multi-vehicle crash, which involved a high-speed lane change that resulted in a collision between three cars. Authorities suspect that alcohol may have been a…