Imagine suffering such a catastrophic injury in a car accident that you lose the use of your legs or being paralyzed from the neck down. Nearly 1 in 50 people are living with the daily effects of paralysis and of those, spinal cord injury is the second-most-common cause. At Zirkin & Schmerling Law, we have […]
Hitting the road with your trailer this fall? There’s nothing else quite like taking an autumn road trip and seeing the scenic sights while your trailer tags along behind you. But a trailer crash that could derail your trip. Trailer accidents are surprisingly common and can cause severe auto damage and bodily injury. No Matter […]
Semi-truck accidents are some of the most devastating accidents on the road. Due to the speeds, weights, and forces involved, you could be left with severe injuries after one of these crashes. This might make you wonder about the value of your truck accident lawsuit. Would it be worth it to sue? Would it cover […]
You’re already having a bad day when you’re in a car accident, but things get even worse when you discover the other driver is uninsured. Now you’re facing injuries and hospital bills plus uncertainty about insurance covering it. And it was all due to someone else’s irresponsibility. It’s common to feel frustrated and fearful in […]
In Part 1 of this blog series, we discussed why it’s so important to connect with an experienced car accident attorney who can help you find expert witnesses to support your side. These experts bolster your case and increase your odds of high-value compensation. In this post, we discuss medical witnesses in more depth. An […]
Were you hurt in a car accident? That means the burden is on you to prove the other person was at fault for your injuries. You also have to provide evidence of the extent of your injuries and the cost of your medical treatment. It sure doesn’t seem fair, does it? You’re already the victim […]
A cyclist can be injured or killed in moments when a vehicle driver collides with them. In the U.S., fatal bicycle accidents are on the rise even though bike accidents are declining overall. Why? The main reason is motor vehicle driver distraction caused by things like using cell phones, looking at in-car technology, eating food, […]
Imagine losing an arm or leg in a violent crash on a Maryland highway. Your limb could be detached immediately in the force of the crash or you could lose it later, when a doctor determines it can’t be saved. Although amputations are never the first choice for injured patients and doctors will do whatever […]
One of Maryland’s top factors in car accidents is speeding. While speeders might view their tendency to exceed the speed limit as no big deal, speeding is a contributor to about one-third of all road accidents. Speeding is a form of aggressive driving that puts other people at risk on the road. It accelerates the […]
Right now, thousands of Americans are waiting as their personal injury cases move through the legal system. Although an experienced personal injury attorney can help speed things along and prevent unnecessary delays, there’s often a bit of a wait. It takes time to put a case together and work with the court’s schedule regarding a […]
