An SUV in Maryland drove right through the front windows of a doughnut shop — the local Dunkin Donuts location — injuring people who were standing outside. Pictures from the scene show the black SUV with its nose crushed into the corner of the shop, tables and chairs knocked all around, and the plate glass
Learn MoreIt is not uncommon for us to share information and news related to medical malpractice lawsuits filed in the state of Maryland. Additionally, we want to keep you updated on the most recent changes to personal injury laws. From the standpoint of the patient, there is a lot of gray area when it comes to
Learn MoreThroughout the state of Maryland, as well as the rest of the country, there are people who continue to text and drive despite the fact that they realize it can increase the chance of being involved in an accident. Driving while texting has been proven to increase the chance of an accident, along with many
Learn MoreDistracted driving laws may vary from one state to the next, but nothing changes the fact that this is a dangerous activity that can result in an accident that causes serious injury or even death. Distracted driving can be categorized by any activity that diverts the attention of a driver. This includes but is not
Learn MoreEvery year throughout the country, in every state, people receive poor medical treatment that often results in a medical malpractice lawsuit. According to the Journal of Patient Safety, preventable medical errors kill approximately 400,000 United States citizens every year. Furthermore, at least 10 times the number of people are seriously injured every year as a
Learn MoreAs the result of a three vehicle accident at the intersection of Paradise Road and Route 155, three people were taken to the hospital for the treatment of injuries. According to the Maryland State Police Bel Air Barrack, a woman was driving a Toyota Corolla on Route 155. As she attempted to turn left on
Learn MoreEvery day throughout the state of Maryland, there are car accidents that lead to injuries and even deaths. According to Montgomery County police, a four-car accident on Columbia Pike led to the death of one person. Police noted that a 22-year-old driver involved in the accident, who was previously listed in critical condition, has died.
Learn MoreAs the number of overweight and obese Americans increases, so too is the number of lawsuits against health care providers that are related to obesity. Between 1992 and 2002, they rose 64 percent. According to The Doctors Company, which provides medical liability insurance, there were 415 obesity-related actions between 2007 and 2012. Twenty-five of the
Learn MoreA brain injury, regardless of the cause, can be extremely serious. This can lead to a variety of issues, including but not limited to difficulty remembering the past, nausea, headaches and much more. Brain Sentry, a company started by a Maryland entrepreneur, is hoping to cut back on the number of brain injuries sustained by
Learn MoreCar accidents are common throughout the United States, including Baltimore, because a large number of drivers are on the road at a given time. But accidents as a result of a defective vehicle should never occur. General Motors has issued yet another recall related to faulty ignition switches, this time around including 8.5 million vehicles.
Learn MoreThere are teenagers from one side of Maryland to the next who enjoy spending time behind the wheel of their car. Unfortunately, some of these teens are texting while driving, thus increasing the chance of being involved in a motor vehicle accident. A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that
Learn MoreA well known midwife practice has found a new home after its partnership with Mercy Medical Center has come to an end, due to the increasing cost of malpractice insurance. The group, Kathleen Slone CNM & Associates, has plans to join the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, located in Towson, in the near
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