With the big game this weekend, there will be parties popping up everywhere. Unfortunately, some partygoers are going to consume alcohol without making plans to get home from the party safely. They might think that they are able to drive safely without getting involved in an accident. Hovever, there is also a chance that they will cause an accident that harms an innocent person.
Signs of drunk driving you should know
Negligence is the basis of personal injury lawsuits
During the winter months in Maryland, outdoor surfaces like sidewalks, parking lots and roads might be slick due to snow and ice. The slippery conditions can lead to accidents, including car wrecks and slip-and-fall accidents. The victims in these cases might decide to seek compensation when this happens.
Pedestrians and car crashes: These common injuries can be deadly
No one likes to get hurt, and for the most part, people usually don't suffer serious injuries. They may get a cut here or there or suffer from a bump to the head, but the majority of injuries require only a day or two for recovery. Even with more serious wounds, like a simple fracture, pain is typically minor and recovery doesn't take long.
How do you know who's at fault for a crash?
As a victim of a traffic accident, your first question may be about what caused the crash. There are some instances in which the crash may have been out of the driver's control. For example, if there was a mechanical malfunction in the vehicle, then the driver may have done all they could to avoid a crash but could not in the end.
3 reasons finger and hand injuries are devastating
When you're in a collision, one of the things you may not be thinking about is the risk to your hands. Many people hold on to the steering wheel or reach out to brace themselves in a car crash. What happens next could be devastating, depending on the impact and what happens to the person's hands and arms.
2 killed in fast-lane crash in Baltimore
Car crashes happen every day all over the United States. Many are simple fender benders, where victims walk away without serious injuries. However, others lead to significant injuries and even deaths, changing the course of people's lives.
Are damages limited after a crash in Maryland?
When you're in a crash in Maryland, there are a few things you should know. For example, you need to understand the statute of limitations, so you know how long you have to file a claim for your injuries. You should also know if there are limits on the amount of money you can seek in a claim.
Hospital accused of violating safety protocols with discharge
If you have watched the news recently, you may have heard about a case in which the University of Maryland hospital was accused of discharging a patient who did not want to be discharged and who was not in a position to be discharged. A news article discussing the situation dated March 20 reports that federal regulators agree with the assessment and believe that the hospital violated patient rights and safety regulations.
Pedestrians face death when stranded on the highway
Most people know that you're not supposed to enter a highway as a pedestrian. The reason for this is simple. The cars move too fast, so if you're hit, you're likely to be killed.
Keep yourself safe by avoiding drunk driving this holiday season
No one goes out planning to drive home drunk. Most people know it's dangerous, yet there are almost always people who get behind the wheel when they shouldn't. This holiday season, remember that there are ways to get home that don't involve drinking while intoxicated.
