When an injury occurs, you often have many questions to address on top of the pain. These questions can include: What caused the injury? Will you be able to continue working with the injury? What will the costs be for any needed medical care? How do you call a lawyer? In some cases, where the […]
The Francis Scott Key Bridge accident shocked the United States last week, as the iconic Baltimore bridge has served as an integral part of our state’s infrastructure since the 1970s. More importantly than the bridge itself are the victims of this unthinkable tragedy. If you’re unfamiliar with what happened on Tuesday, March 26th, six people […]
According to recent news reports, pedestrian deaths have steadily been on the rise over the past couple of years, with more and more individuals being struck while simply out walking around their neighborhoods and other local areas. In the first half of 2021, there was a 13% increase from the year prior, with 63 pedestrians […]
Driving is dangerous in Baltimore. We have some of the country’s biggest traffic jams, most dangerous expressways, and highest rates of severe and fatal accidents. The overwhelming majority of people in Baltimore drive rather than walking, bicycling, or taking public transportation. Baltimore’s commuting times are among the nation’s longest and have only become worse in […]
Everyone knows the changing of weather from warm to snowy is dangerous for drivers on the road. What you might not realize in winter car crashes is who’s at fault. Does the presence of winter weather absolve drivers of any responsibility for car accidents in the snow? Let’s take a look. Who’s at Fault? On […]
Whether due to icy sidewalks or wet floors, slipping and falling happens to most of us at some point. Slips and falls account for over a million ER visits every year and can lead to serious injuries, including spinal cord damage and broken bones. These injuries can lead to costly medical bills, lost wages from […]
Truck accidents can be hazardous. Trucks are usually heavier and generate more force when they impact smaller vehicles. The result can be catastrophic injuries or death. If you were involved in a Maryland truck accident and want compensation for losses, such as medical bills, property damage, or income loss, you first must know how to prove […]
Making a U-turn can be very convenient when you want to drive in the other direction. But this maneuver can be hazardous. And the first thing you want to know if you’ve been in a U-turn accident is who’s at fault. Determining fault in any accident can be tricky, which is why you should seek […]
Most people are aware of the potential dangers of driving a car. Accidents happen frequently throughout the US. Others might feel safer as a pedestrian, assuming that not being in a vehicle is a way to avoid accidents while on the road. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, […]
Recently, a woman was awarded a sizable settlement by a jury after she was bit by an unrestrained German Shepherd. Bobby Zirkin of Zirkin & Schmerling Law fought on behalf of the victim and secured her a $132,322 settlement for her injuries, pain and suffering, and lost wages. Although the victim initially won her civil […]
