Statistics have found that fatal accidents happen at a higher rate on rural roads. Some reports claim that the total number of deadly accidents is close to the same. You have roughly 50% of fatal accidents on city streets and 50% on rural roads. But there are far more...
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Car Accidents
Which roads are the most dangerous in Maryland?
Statistically, an individual driver is most likely to end up hurt as a result of an accident that occurs close to home. Each driver travels these roads most frequently and is likely to get distracted while in familiar territory. However, when looking at the state of...
Are car accidents getting more common?
Do you ever check the local news and feel like car accidents are just getting to be incredibly common? Maybe you’ve even driven by some of these accidents on your daily commute. The truth is that car accidents themselves are not necessarily happening more. In recent...
Why impaired drivers are so dangerous
Over 10 thousand people die every year in drunk driving-related accidents, with many of these fatalities occurring in Maryland. Law enforcement has made tackling these issues a priority, but they cannot prevent every accident caused by impaired driving. There are...
2 catastrophic injuries you may suffer in a car crash
The toll of a car wreck on the human body is considerable. There are many injuries, including some that are catastrophic, that can occur. These often require extensive medical care that can take up a lot of your time. If you’re involved in a crash, be sure you pay...
Property damage from a crash may require a personal injury suit
Every driver in Maryland has to carry liability insurance, and many crashes only require insurance claims. When someone suffers significant financial losses that insurance doesn't fully pay, the person not at fault for the crash may take the other driver to court in a...
When do you need medical treatment after a car accident?
Auto accidents, by nature, are unpredictable. When you leave for work or school in the morning, you probably don’t think your day will involve a collision. Unfortunately, these situations are extremely common. After an accident, you may feel fine and want to go about...
Why are young drivers so crash-prone?
There’s a lot to be said for being young. Those in their late teens generally have the benefit of good eyesight and hearing, and fast reactions. All those are big pluses when it comes to driving safely. Yet, this age group fares badly when looking at crash...
What’s the time limit on a personal injury claim in Maryland?
If you sustain an injury that is attributable to someone else negligence, you may file a civil lawsuit against the responsible party. However, you have a limited time to file your claim. This timeframe is known as the statute of limitations period. Basically, the...
Troubling facts about vehicle crashes involving children
The top priority for all parents is keeping their children safe from harm. Parents usually succeed in protecting their kids from severe injuries, but a traffic accident can change everything. According to data obtained in 2019, most children in the U.S. survive motor...