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Maryland AAA Worker Killed In I-70 Crash After Stopping To Change Tire

On Thursday, October 28, 2021, a AAA contractor was killed in an I-70 crash due to the negligence of another driver. The 38-year-old contractor Muhammed Shehzad took safety precautions while changing a tire. He wore a safety vest and had his van’s emergency lights on. Despite his precautions, a pickup truck driver crashed into him […]

Bulldog Attacks a Volunteer Dropping Off Kittens at Lutherville Home

Dog attacks and the resulting injuries can be severely traumatizing for victims. Not only do they often result in serious physical injuries and disfigurement, but they can have lasting emotional effects as well. After an attack, many victims often suffer from severe mental anguish and PTSD. Nearly 4.5 million people suffer from dog bites annually, […]

One Death in Two-Car Jones Falls Expressway Crash

On May 20, 2021, a tragic car accident occurred on Interstate 83, also known as the Jones Falls Expressway, in Maryland. The wreck left one of the drivers dead at the scene. The sad incident illustrates the importance of practicing safe driving while on an interstate, especially on the Jones Falls Expressway. The event also […]

At-Fault Driver Wants to Pay Out of Pocket: What Do I Do?

It’s not uncommon for drivers to try to handle the aftermath of a car accident without getting the authorities, court, or insurance company involved. In cases where the car accident caused minor damage, sometimes the at fault driver wants to pay out of pocket to avoid hassle. It may also be the case that you […]

Four Injured in Three-Car Crash on Gwynns Falls Parkway

Imagine driving down Baltimore’s busy Gwynns Falls Parkway on a sunny spring morning. Suddenly, everything changes, and your car is now spinning into a dangerous chain-reaction collision. That’s what happened in a three-vehicle accident on Gwynns Falls Parkway on April 16. Just before the crash, two silver sedans and a red sedan were traveling on […]

Rehab from Spinal Cord Injuries — What You Need to Know After a Maryland Car Accident

Numerous people suffer from spinal cord injuries after experiencing a car accident. There are 17,000 new cases of spinal cord injuries every year, and many of those new cases result from car accidents. Spinal cord injuries can result in mobility issues and even paralysis. If you’re experiencing symptoms of a spinal cord injury after a […]

Suspect A Birth Injury To You Or Your Baby? Know The Facts.

Traditionally, the day of a baby’s birth is celebrated with festive flower deliveries, joyous phone calls, toasts to the baby’s health, Facebook posts, and even the passing out of cigars. It is tragic when what should be an incredibly happy event is fraught with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty. Unfortunately, about 10% of babies are born […]

Dog Bites at Dog Parks

All dogs are not created equal. Besides obvious differences in size, anxiety or aggression can make some dogs more difficult to manage in open areas than others. Taking your dog to a dog park is something most of us do and enjoy. However, when you take your beloved pet to a dog park, even one […]

Dog Bite Infection Symptoms

Dogs carry many bacteria in their mouths, and these can easily be transmitted through bite wounds. (Side note: human mouths also carry bacteria, and human bites can also become dangerously infected.) If you or your child has been bitten by a dog to the point where the dog’s teeth have pierced the skin, you have […]