Baltimore Car Accident Lawyer Reflects On 30 Years Handling Personal Injury Cases
Over the last nearly 30 years, I have been proud, and indeed honored, to represent thousands of decent hardworking people in their quest for fair compensation for their injuries. I was admitted to the...
If I Am Arrested While Driving, Can the Police Search My Car?
A time-honored, long-standing exception to the warrant requirement is a search incident to a lawful arrest. If the police have probable cause to arrest a suspect, as part of the arrest process, they a...
Who Is Considered an Essential/ Critical Employee During the COVID19/ Corona Virus Pandemic?
In response to the ever expanding COVID19 pandemic, on 3/23/20, Gov. Larry Hogan directed all ‘non-essential’ businesses to close down and cease operations. The next logical question would...
Maryland State Courts Extend Court Closures Through May 1.
The Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals has issued an order postponing all civil and criminal proceedings through 5/1/20. All circuit and district court matters, including jury trials, scheduled to be...
The Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission is Canceling All Dockets Through May 1.
The Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission, “in concert with Governor Hogan’s recent Executive Orders and Chief Judge Barbera’s Emergency Administrative Order of March 25, 2...
If I Have COVID-19 Can I Get Maryland Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
The CDC and WHO tell us that that the virus that causes COVID-19 is novel. Injured workers who have continued to work during the pandemic will present novel legal issues when claiming Maryland COVID-1...
List of Maryland Businesses That May Stay Open During COVID-19 Pandemic
The following businesses are not required to close: As Attorney Eric T. Kirk will tell you. Pharmaceutical manufacturers. Chemical manufacturers. Distributors of chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Lo...
Are There Parties Other Than The At-Fault Party Who I Can Bring A Maryland Personal Injury Claim Against?
As Attorney Eric T. Kirk will tell you. Individuals Other Than The Driver May Be Responsible for A Maryland Car Accident Transcript There certainly can be. In Maryland, there’s a presumptio...
Do I Have To Pay Any Of My Medical Bills For A Work-Related Injury In Maryland?
As Attorney Eric T. Kirk will tell you. No. The employer, and/or their insurance company are responsible for these costs. Transcript No. If you’re hurt at work, your medical expenses are the res...
Do I Have To Give A Recorded Statement To The Insurance Company In A Maryland Auto Accident Case?
As Attorney Eric T. Kirk will tell you. You must give a statement to your insurance company, but not the other side’s. Transcript No, you don’t have to give a recorded statement to...
Can The Police Conduct A Search Without A Warrant In Maryland?
As Attorney Eric T. Kirk will tell you. Police need a warrant, or an exception, before they can search. Transcript The Fourth Amendment protects all citizens from unreasonable searches and seiz...
