What Causes the Most Motor Vehicle Accidents?
There are countless answers to that question. Of course the “cause” of any Maryland car accident has a direct impact on the value. If there is no one at fault, there is no case to attach a value to. Moreover, if the injured person later looking t make the claim caused or contributed to the... Read more »
Who is most likely to be involved in a Baltimore accident?
Maryland car accident lawyers dealing in Baltimore automobile crash cases have seen the statistics showing that men are more likely, some would say overwhelmingly more likely, to be involved in an a car wreck. As Attorney Eric T. Kirk will tell you. Another conventional wisdom is borne out by the statistics as well. As people get... Read more »
Is It Illegal And Negligent to Use A Cell Phone/ Text While Driving?
It is illegal to use a handheld cell phone while driving, at least in Maryland. Most states have enacted laws that prohibit cell phone use while driving, and in particular “texting” while driving. Maryland is no exception. It is illegal in Maryland to use a handheld cell phone to text, or talk, while driving. What are the penalties... Read more »
Can I Recover for a Rollover Accident? How Common is a Rollover?
Thorough personal injury and accident lawyers in Baltimore, like Attorney Eric T. Kirk MD have likely followed “rollover” litigation for years. Despite the lawsuits and substantial improvements in the stability of motor vehicles, a rather amazing number [119,000] of rollover accidents still occur every year. According to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration [NHTSA], although that figure... Read more »
How Do I Prove The Other Driver was At Fault for the Car Accident?
Showing the defendant committed a traffic infraction leading directly the accident is perhaps the purest way to show fault. We’ve discussed in other guides the impact of a ‘clear liability’ situation on the value of a case. Any personal injury and accident lawyer Attorney Eric T. Kirk in Baltimore, MD will tell you -it matters. If... Read more »
Can I Be Liable for Not Repairing or Maintaining My Car if There Is An Accident?
Maryland law imposes numerous obligations on the owners of a motor vehicle keeping it: insured, inspected and up to par on emissions standards. Seasoned personal injury and accident lawyers like Attorney Eric T. Kirk in Baltimore are also very aware that owner has an obligation to keep that car safe as well. Section 22-101 of the transportation... Read more »
I Had A Prior Accident. Is That Going to Ruin My Case, or Can I Recover?
We’ve discussed in other guides that a prior accident can be a significant variable in assessing the value of Baltimore injury or car accident claim. Prior to the initiation of litigation, it may be possible to keep the details and specifics of a prior accident from the eyes of a claim adjuster. As Attorney Eric T.... Read more »
What Types of Car Accident Insurance Do I Have? What Do the Numbers on My Policy Mean?
The coverage provided by an insurance policy is reflected, generally, in a separate document called a declarations page. The number following the coverage description is the dollar amount of the maximum policy payout, i.e. “limits” Personal injury and accident lawyers Attorney Eric T. Kirk in Baltimore MD see numbers like this every day. Typical “100/300” liability coverage... Read more »
What is Considered Gross Negligence Under Maryland Law?
It’s probable that any Baltimore attorney who deals in both personal injury and criminal defense cases has argued the distinctions between garden variety negligence, gross negligence [and potentially recklessness] at trial. What is Considered Gross Negligence Under Maryland Law? Nice differences are likely well known to those Baltimore lawyers getting regular 5 star reviews from... Read more »
What Are Manslaughter by Vehicle and Criminal Negligence in Maryland?
We’ve seen that a person who drives a vehicle in a grossly negligent manner, and causes death, commits manslaughter by vehicle, and can be subject to 10 years in prison. Seasoned Baltimore Criminal Defense attorneys Attorney Eric T. Kirk also know that the criminal law does not punish a person causing death by vehicle, where that person is acting... Read more »
How to I get an Expungement in Maryland?
The process of obtaining an expungement is relatively simple. The appropriate forms are filed with the Clerk in the court where your matter was decided or heard. Copies are sent to the State. The paperwork is processed. As Attorney Eric T. Kirk will tell you. The process if straightforward. A petition, and, if required, a civil... Read more »
Top 5 Advantages of Hiring a Baltimore Personal Injury Attorney After a Car Accident
Your actions immediately after a car accident may prove pivotal, if not decisive, when seeking compensation. Many victims of car accidents caused by negligent drivers suffer serious personal injury, incur steep medical bills, and have to contend with lost wages. The process of recovering compensation can be long and arduous for victims, With the help... Read more »
