What Is The Statute Of Limitations For A Car Accident In Maryland?
Statues of limitation set the outer time limit within which a lawsuit must be filed, or be forever barred by operation of law. The step necessary to satisfy the applicable statute of limitations is the plaintiff filing a lawsuit and supporting papers in the court of appropriate jurisdiction by at least the day the statute... Read more »
When Do I Get My Maryland Personal Injury Protection [PIP] Benefits?
I Attorney Eric T. Kirk discussed in other articles that Maryland requires, unless affirmatively waived, that all vehicle owners with cars registered in Maryland secure Personal Injury Protection coverage. In the industry, this is often abbreviated as “PIP”. The coverage is a no-fault coverage. You are entitled* to the benefits if you are involved in a car accident that someone... Read more »
Do Medical Expenses Affect the Settlement Value of a Baltimore Personal Injury Case?
There is no question that medical expenses impact the settlement value accorded Baltimore’s personal injury claims. When determining the settlement value of a Baltimore personal injury case, there is no precise formula. A Baltimore personal injury lawyer must consider a variety of factors to assess and analyze what constitutes a fair settlement. While some readers... Read more »
Is My Personal Injury Case Worth More In Baltimore?
Not all personal injury cases are created equally. Each is unique. “Is My Personal Injury Case Worth More In Baltimore?” Seasoned Baltimore trial lawyers agree many factors are involved in the analysis, including where the accident happened, and where the lawsuit is filed. In Maryland, each county, including Baltimore City, has both Circuit and District... Read more »
Is Insurance Coverage Important In Valuation Of A Baltimore Personal Injury Case?
Is Insurance Coverage Important In Valuation Of A Baltimore Personal Injury Case? You bet. Can you collect compensation for a Baltimore car accident if there’s no insurance? Yes, but it’s harder. Personal injury lawyers in Baltimore often emphasize that insurance coverage is a key factor in determining the value of a case. Without insurance, securing... Read more »
Can I get Non-Economic Damages in a Baltimore Personal Injury Case?
A fair questions is always “Can I get Non-Economic Damages in a Baltimore Personal Injury Case?”. The answer is “YES”, if you can prove it with the help of an experienced Baltimore injury and accident lawyer. While lawsuits may adhere to specific rules and limits that shape the potential award, insurance claims involve a more... Read more »
Is Enhanced Underinsured Motorist Insurance Coverage Offered in Maryland?
Maryland, a few years ago, enacted statutory provisions requiring insurance companies writing automobile business in this state to offer a form of uninsured coverage called “enhanced underinsured” coverage. The additional offering came into play for policies dated July 1, 2018 and after. The significant difference, other than the increased premiums, is that with the enhanced... Read more »
How Long Does It Take For A Personal Injury Case To Go To Trial?
The answer to these commonly asked questions depends on whether you are a participant in a civil or a criminal matter. In either scenario, the anxiety that goes along with waiting for one’s day in court is perfectly understandable. If one is a defendant in a criminal case the uncertainty and stress surrounding an impending... Read more »
Why Is My Insurance Paying If Baltimore Accident Was Somebody Else’s Fault?
It’s a scenario that recurs frequently. I’ve found that an understanding of the differences between first-party and third-party insurance can go a long way to answering this question. Personal injury protection [or PIP] and collision or comprehensive coverage are the first party coverages applicable to the typical car accident case. PIP often pays on your... Read more »
How Long Do I Have To Wait To Get My Car Fixed After A Motor Vehicle Accident?
The typical motor vehicle accident resulting in property damage generally results in four possible scenarios 4 under pursuant to which the damage can be repaired. The car can be repaired by, or repairs can be paid for by, your insurance company. This would be handled pursuant to what is commonly known as collision coverage on... Read more »
How Is A Baltimore Personal Injury Claim Different From Baltimore Personal Injury Protection Claim?
If you have been injured in a car accident, you may find that you have multiple claims arising from that same accident. An experienced personal injury lawyer Attorney Eric T. Kirk can assist you in determining which claims are appropriate, and ensuring that you receive adequate, complete compensation. Regardless of who was at fault for the... Read more »
What are the 5 Most Common Items of Evidence in a Motor Vehicle Accident?
Any motor vehicle accident will have evidence. By far and away the most common form of evidence is going to be testimonial, i.e. the statements of the participants about how the accident occurred. Less frequently, there may be testimony from a witness about the mechanics of the accident. Fairly often, there is photographic evidence, both... Read more »
