Articles Posted in Personal Injury

A spinal cord injury can happen in the blink of an eye. This injury radically changes a person’s life, making things tough physically, emotionally and financially. Knowing the specific struggles individuals face can make this time easier. Physical Problems Spinal cord injuries often lead to different levels of paralysis, making it hard to move around…

Taking the initial settlement offer from an insurance company may be tempting, especially if you have suffered an injury that requires expensive medical treatment. But it’s important to recognize the risks associated with accepting a settlement offer that doesn’t cover the full cost of your injury now and in the future. Following are some important…

Accidents involving buses and other transit vehicles can lead to serious injuries. USA Today reports that approximately 200 fatal bus crashes happen annually. In addition, a crash involving an MTA bus injured dozens here in Baltimore earlier this year. When such injuries occur, the local government may be liable. Understanding your rights if you experience…

Traumatic brain injury sufferers often face a lifetime of challenges and unknowns following an accident. While each brain injury is unique in its severity and the trials that accompany it, here are some frequent struggles that TBI victims face. Physical Symptoms Physical TBI symptoms may appear immediately or in the days or weeks following an…

A slip-and-fall accident can occur in any environment, from a store parking lot to a snow-and-ice-covered Baltimore neighborhood sidewalk. 20% of all falls lead to a serious injury, and approximately 800,000 people per year go to the hospital due to injuries from a slip-and-fall accident. If you sustain injuries after slipping and falling on someone…

Getting hurt on the job is an unfortunate but common occurrence. For that reason, Maryland requires employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Here are some of the most common types of workplace injuries in Maryland and the actions that can cause them. Most Common Types of Work Injuries Work injuries can be as minor as…

When you suffer a devastating injury, you are likely to feel concerned about your future and your financial situation. You file a claim with your insurance company trusting that you will receive fair compensation for the damage received. You have enough to worry about after experiencing a severe personal injury. It may be tempting to…