If you owe someone money related to your personal injury case or for some other debts, like past-due child support, you might find that the creditor files a lien on your personal injury case. A lien on a personal injury case provides notice to the court that the creditor expects to get...
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What is the Difference Between Negligence and Negligence Per Se?
When you get hurt because of the careless act of another person, you probably wonder if you can pursue money damages for your injuries and other losses. Most personal injury cases have negligence as their legal ground. There is simple negligence and negligence per se. A DC personal injury attorney can handle your claim...
Read MoreDo You Have a Maryland Wrongful Death Case?
If your loved one met with an untimely death, you might be wondering, do you have a Maryland wrongful death case? The answer to that question will depend on the cause of the death and your relationship with the person who died. Wrongful death cases tend to face aggressive defense by defendants because there...
Read MoreRespironics Ventilators, CPAP and BiPAP Machines Recalled
Philips issued a recall notification for certain CPAP and BiPAP machines because of potential health risks. The FDA published a Safety Communication on June 30, 2021, alerting the public and health care providers to the recall. The defective devices could cause severe injuries and life-threatening conditions because of a problem with the...
Read MoreThe Dangers of Flying Objects from Trucks
One of the dangers of traveling on Maryland highways is the risk of getting hit by things that come off of tractor-trailers. Unsecured cargo, improperly attached accessories like side mirrors or tarp, or snow and ice could suddenly come off of the truck and hit another vehicle. These situations often cause multi-vehicle accidents. A
Read MoreTips for Driving in the Winter After Dark
Driving after dark comes with its own hazards regardless of the time of year. Driving in the winter also involves man perils. When you combine driving after dark with driving in the winter, the risk of getting into an accident is compounded. A Maryland personal injury attorney
Read MoreCar Accident Report: How Virginia Compares to the Rest of the U.S.
Some states have very low rates of motor vehicle deaths relative to population, while some other states have far greater numbers. The U.S. Department of Transportation uses the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) to collect data on roadway fatalities and analyze the information. We will compare the data for Virginia to...
Read MoreHow to File a Fall and Slip Case in DC
If you fell and got hurt on someone else's property because they were negligent, you should not have to pay the medical bills. The property owner who was careless should pay instead. They might also have to pay you back for money you lost by missing work while you were hurt. If you...
Read MoreShould I Hire a Lawyer if I’ve Been in a Minor Accident?
While Virginia law does not force you to hire a lawyer if you have been in a minor accident, working with a Virginia personal injury attorney can be a smart decision. What looked like an insignificant collision at the time could end up being much more than...
Read MoreWhat Damages Can Be Recovered in a DC Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
If your loved one met with an untimely death due to the negligence or wrongful conduct of another, a Washington DC personal injury attorney could seek compensation on behalf of the legal beneficiaries. Most wrongful death cases arise from car accidents, truck collisions, defective products, and other...
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