The term “personal injury” has a very broad definition. It means any accident that leads to physical or emotional injury. If you have suffered any type of injury as the result of the negligence of another person or of a business entity, it is a good idea to obtain the advice of a personal injury attorney in Maryland. The personal injury may be the result of a car accident, slip and fall injury, harm from a defective product, medical malpractice or even libel or slander. If you or someone … [Read more...]
Medical Malpractice and Misdiagnosis
December 28, 2011 By
One of several categories of medical malpractice claims in Maryland is misdiagnosis of a medical condition or illness. Many types of misdiagnosis are considered medical malpractice in Maryland. Some include wrong diagnosis, delayed diagnosis and incorrect diagnosis of a subtype, which is where the overall condition is diagnosed correctly, but the subtype is diagnosed incorrectly. Misdiagnosis can have drastic consequences, such as the worsening of the condition and even death. It can be … [Read more...]
Informed Consent and Medical Malpractice
December 28, 2011 By
In Maryland, informed consent is required before any physician can provide medical treatment to an adult in a non-emergency situation. If the doctor did not obtain such consent before performing a procedure, then a patient may be able to bring a malpractice suit against the physician. Maryland law requires the doctor to explain any risks or dangers that may result from a treatment or procedure in a way that the patient can make an informed decision whether or not to move forward with the … [Read more...]
Grounds for a Limited Divorce
December 28, 2011 By
When most people contemplate getting a divorce, they are thinking of an absolute divorce. An absolute divorce is a permanent divorce that allows the parties to remarry. However, there is a second type of divorce called a limited divorce. A limited divorce in Maryland can be granted for a limited time, or can be granted for an indefinite time. It does not permit remarriage. It also does not terminate property claims. However, a limited divorce in Maryland does legalize a separation and provides … [Read more...]
Contributory Negligence in Maryland
December 28, 2011 By
Maryland is one of only four states that recognize contributory negligence in personal injury claims. Contributory negligence means that you have contributed, in some way, to your injury. If you have contributed to your personal injury you are not permitted to recover any damages for the injury. This means that if you are only one percent liable, while the other party is 99 percent responsible, you cannot recover any money for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, or anything else. Most … [Read more...]
Can I Still Recover Damages for a Hit-and-Run Accident?
December 28, 2011 By
In Maryland, if you are injured as the result of a hit-and-run accident, you may still be able to recover damages. A Maryland accident attorney can make sure that you are paid for lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering in the same way as if you knew the identity of the driver who caused the accident. The reason for this being that you can bring a claim under your own insurance policy’s uninsured motorist provision. Maryland law treats the hit-and-run driver as an uninsured motorist. … [Read more...]
Anne Arundel County Police Beat for Dec. 26
December 28, 2011 By
The following is a column listing recent crimes that occurred in Anne Arundel County. It appeared on The Capital newspaper’s Website: Annapolis Theft from cars A Washington, D.C. man was arrested early Christmas morning after he tried to steal catalytic converters from cars at an Annapolis dealership, county police said. Police said John Marcellius Johnson, 35, was caught by an off-site video security service as he and another man tampered with cars at Fitzgerald Oldsmobile Cadillac … [Read more...]
Why it is Important to Have a Will in Maryland
December 21, 2011 By
Seven out of ten people die without a will. Many people think that only people with large estates need to have a will. However, this is a misconception that can lead to an unsatisfactory distribution of property after a person’s death. It is important to have a Maryland attorney prepare your will so that all of your loved ones will be taken care of. If you die without a will, the Maryland laws of intestate succession determine who receives your property. Generally, a surviving spouse will … [Read more...]
Dog Bites and Negligence in Maryland
December 21, 2011 By
Did you know that the owner of a dog in Maryland is deemed responsible when a dog bites a person? Every year, millions of Americans are bitten by dogs. On average, one out of every six dog bites is considered severe enough for the person to seek medical treatment for their personal injury. Dog bites can cause cuts, abrasions and fractured or broken bones. They can also cause disfiguring scars that can last a lifetime. These injuries can lead to several damages, such as medical bills, future … [Read more...]
How do Insurance Companies Determine the Value of an Injury in Accident Cases?
December 21, 2011 By
Most insurance companies in Maryland use a computer software program to determine what an injury caused by an automobile accident is worth. The insurance adjuster simply adds the data received from your lawyer, your medical records and the amount of your lost wages. The computer program will then consider the severity of the accident and where the accident happened or where the lawsuit will be brought. The software provides a higher value for cases brought in certain counties. Baltimore City and … [Read more...]