Blog: Car Accidents
- 7 Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in Maryland
Feb 17, 2025
Experiencing a 1. Failing to Call the Police In Maryland, it is essential to report any car accident involving injuries, fatalities, or significant property damage to law enforcement. A police report serves as a crucial piece of evidence for your insurance claim or potential lawsuit. Without it, proving the facts of the accident becomes much more difficult. Even if the damage appears minor, contacting the police ensures there is an official record, which can...Read More - Is a Driver Required in Maryland to Clear Snow and Ice From Their Car?
Jan 29, 2025
As winter grips the region and drivers face snowy conditions, a common question often arises for travelers on Maryland roadways. Are motorists legally obligated to clear snow and ice off their cars before driving? According to state law, the answer is no. State Laws and Regulations In Maryland, unlike some states, there is no specific legal requirement mandating drivers to remove snow and ice from their vehicles before hitting the roads. The only relevant law on...Read More - Navigating a Car Accident Claim in Maryland: How to Maximize Your Compensation
Oct 18, 2024
Car accidents This blog will outline the steps to follow post-accident, explain the types of compensation available, and discuss how a Immediate Steps After a Car Accident in Maryland The actions you take immediately after a car accident can significantly impact your ability to file a personal injury claim. Here's what you should do: Ensure safety Document the scene Collect information Report the accident Seek medical attention Types of Damages in a Car Accident...Read More - Car Insurance Requirements and Recommendations
Aug 14, 2024
Car insurance is a legal requirement for all drivers. It’s important to know the minimum coverage you need and additional options to protect yourself better. Often, the minimums are not enough to cover serious accidents where injury and hospitalization factor in, so it's better to get more coverage if you are able to. Minimum Insurance Requirements The law mandates that drivers carry a minimum amount of car insurance. The minimum coverage includes: $30,000 for bodily...Read More - Survey shows that distracted driving has increased
Jul 5, 2024
Using a handheld cellphone while behind the wheel is prohibited in Maryland, but motorists who violate the law only have penalty points placed on their driver’s licenses if they are caught. Laws like Maryland’s cellphone ban were passed to make the roads safer, but the results of an online survey conducted by one of the nation’s largest insurance companies suggest that they are not having the desired effect. More than three-quarters of the drivers whose...Read More - The devastating effects of texting while driving
May 9, 2024
It is not uncommon to see someone texting while cruising in Maryland. Driving while using a cell phone leads to thousands of car accidents yearly around the country. Why texting and driving is dangerous Texting and driving pose a greater risk than simply talking on the phone while behind the wheel due to the multiple layers of distraction involved. Visually, drivers are diverted by looking at the screen, manually by typing on the...Read More - The link between daylight saving time and car accidents in Maryland
May 6, 2024
Daylight Saving Time is more than just “springing forward” or “falling back.” The annual time change directly impacts people’s daily routine, sometimes with unintended consequences. A common occurrence is the rise in road accidents in Maryland during this time of the year. Here’s why that happens. Daylight saving time Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a seasonal practice where people adjust their clocks forward by one hour to extend daylight hours into the evening...Read More - The most serious injuries from car accidents
Apr 12, 2024
If you have been in a car accident or know someone who has, you are probably familiar with the range of injuries that a person can sustain in a crash. From minor scrapes to the possibility of death, car accidents are nothing short of serious and every crash should be taken as such. Whether you are driving the car, a passenger or a pedestrian, the second you hit the road, Brain injuries...Read More - Does cellphone use cause car accidents?
Mar 25, 2024
In the state of Maryland, and anywhere else for that matter, cellphone use in cars can be dangerous. Using a cell phone while driving can be one of the most dangerous things you can do. While this dangerous act may go under-reported, it has certainly contributed to many crashes in the state. The dangers of cellphone use You should be aware of the fact that read or respond to texts ...Read More - What you need to know about underride accidents
Mar 20, 2024
Truck-related accidents account for many traffic fatalities in Maryland. That’s especially true concerning underride accidents. Underride accidents occur when passenger vehicles become wedged under a semi truck. There are two types of underride accidents: rear and side underride accidents. Here are some things you should know about side and rear underride accidents. Rear underride Rear underride accidents happen when a passenger vehicle hits the back end of a semi-truck. This type of underride...Read More