Distracted driving is a major law enforcement target — and for good reason. This behavior is negligent and contributes widely to car accidents and injuries. If another driver was texting or using the phone while driving, that could put you in danger. That risk...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
3 causes of truck accidents
There is almost no car accident worse than one involving a semi-truck. The sheer size and weight of these vehicles make most of them catastrophic. While anything at any time can cause a crash, some may reoccur more often. Consider three of the most common causes of a...
Delayed symptoms may accompany three common car crash injuries
After a vehicle crash, you will likely feel any injury you have immediately. However, your body will also release adrenalin, which can hide pain and injury temporarily. Here are three of the most common car crash injuries with the potential for symptoms that may not...
What are the top crash causes?
Motor vehicle crashes continue to plague the roadways throughout Maryland and beyond. While some are undoubtedly related to unforeseen circumstances, most fall on drivers' shoulders. Driver errors lead to most car accidents that leave others injured, including those...
Examining data on pedestrian injuries
Whether you like to walk for fun, as a way to get exercise or because it is a more convenient way to get to work or take care of other responsibilities, you need to understand the hazards you could encounter on the road. Every year, far too many pedestrians become...
Maryland ranks 6th in the nation for car crashes
The number of fatal and nonfatal crashes that occurred across Maryland and the rest of the United States declined substantially in 2020. Yet, the number of car wrecks taking place across the state and nation spiked considerably in the time since. Per Insurify,...
Tips for Safer Highway Driving
Driving seems to be more dangerous lately. In fact, according to the NHTSA, the incident rate of car accidents has risen more than 10% in the last year alone. Driving at high speeds in dense traffic requires a special set of skills. Following these safety tips can...
Can I recoup lost wages after a car accident?
If you are in a crash and it results in injuries serious enough to prevent you from going to work for an extended time, you likely want to find a way to recoup the lost wages. When the accident is the other person's fault, you do have the ability to go after that...
Who is at fault in a lane-change accident?
Lane-change accidents happen often on Maryland roads. Due to the nature of these accidents, determining the at-fault driver can be challenging. More than 90% of car accidents are due to human error, lane change crashes included. Establishing fault is crucial in...
Teen driver-involved crashes rise during 100 Deadliest Days
Each year, teenage driver-involved car crashes increase across Maryland and the rest of the United States during a period known as summer’s 100 Deadliest Days. The name refers to the stretch of time that occurs between Memorial Day and Labor Day when most high school...