Drunk and distracted driving has been a problem throughout the United States for many years. Even though there are laws in place to prevent both types of behaviors, some people fail to comply. As a result, they put themselves as well as others in harm’s way. Drunk driving is illegal in the state of Maryland.
Learn MoreIf you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, it will not be long before you are in communication with your insurance company. You may also find yourself speaking with the insurance company of others involved in the accident. There are things you want to say, things you want to avoid saying, and steps you
Learn MoreIf you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, the first thing you have to do is take care of your health, as well as that of any of your passengers. In the event of an injury, there is nothing more important than contacting an ambulance. This can be the difference between receiving treatment and
Learn MoreAs the driver of a passenger vehicle, you know you are always in close proximity to others while you make your way down the road. This includes vehicles of the same size, as well as large tractor trailers. Being involved in an accident with a commercial vehicle, including 18-wheelers and delivery trucks among others, is
Learn MoreImagine this: you are involved in a car accident. Once you leave the scene, it is only a matter of time until you are discussing what happened with your insurance company. It goes without saying that you should avoid lying to your insurance company. If you do this, it is considered fraud and could land
Learn MoreAre you aware that motor vehicle accident injuries are the number one cause of death among children in the U.S.? While true, many of these deaths can be prevented. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are risk reduction steps that can be taken for children of every age. For example, the
Learn MoreMany of our Maryland readers drive a car manufactured by General Motors. This is also true among those in other parts of the country. A recent GM recall of 2.6 million cars with faulty ignition switches has led to many people visiting a local dealer for a repair. While this is something that many people
Learn MoreNo matter the location, time of the day, or number of vehicles on the road, an accident can happen at any time. Sometimes, only one car is involved in an accident. In other cases, there are multiple vehicles damaged which can lead to injuries to the drivers and passengers. Many of our Maryland readers make
Learn MoreRegardless of the location or the number of vehicles involved, any accident on the road can lead to serious injury or even death. In the event that multiple vehicles are involved, there is a much greater chance of several people being injured or killed. A recent three-car accident in Baltimore County left four people injured,
Learn MoreAlthough some car accidents only result in damage to the vehicles involved, this is not always the case. Instead, many car accidents result in death and/or serious injury to those involved. As a bordering state, many of our Maryland readers spend a good amount of time navigating the roadways of Virginia. Generally speaking, the rules
Learn MoreAlthough many car accidents are nothing more than minor fender benders, some are much more serious. With these, those involved are often seriously injured or even killed. On Oct. 28, 2013, in Upper Marlboro, a two-car crash killed a teenager while injuring four others. According to police, the accident happened at approximately 7:10 p.m. on
Learn MoreAny motor vehicle accident, regardless of how many vehicles are involved, can lead to serious injury and even death. When a greater number of cars are involved, such as with a chain reaction accident, it is not uncommon for several people to be transported to the hospital for treatment. According to Maryland State Police, a
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