Injury Attorneys Discuss Negligence Laws in Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland Contributory negligence is the law of the land in Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland. This law affects everyone who has ever been in an accident in these locations; yet, most people are unaware of this important legal concept. Contributory negligence prevents an injured person...
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Rain Blamed for Chain of Accidents on Virginia Highway
Weather always plays a role in the condition of our roadways. Snow, sleet, rain and fog can all affect visibility and traction. It is important to remember that when driving in adverse weather, we all need to slow down and take a little extra care. A hydroplaning car is thought to have caused a chain-reaction...
Read MoreDoes This Maryland Highway Have A Danger Zone?
Two drunk driving accidents occurred in the same Maryland spot recently: on Route 222, where it meets Interstate 95 in Perryville. Around 11 p.m., a woman leaving a nearby casino struck two vehicles. She has been charged with negligent driving, failure to control speed and driving under the influence. The other cars suffered minor damage,...
Read MoreHospital Pays $190 Million Over Recording of Pelvic Exams
When we visit a doctor, we are usually at a weak place in our lives: dealing with an illness or an injury and looking for guidance from a trusted person. Physicians have a responsibility to their patients and to the world to be pillars of honesty and virtue. When that trust is broken, the...
Read MoreAre Motorcycles More Vulnerable Than Cars and Trucks?
When we get behind the wheel of a car and head out on the highway, we must always remember that we share the road with other motorists. Some vehicles, like 18-wheelers, are easy to spot, since they are so large. Other vehicles, though, like motorcycles, can...
Read MoreTrain Derailment Blamed on Faulty Track Instead of Negligent Shipper
Many of our nation’s industries rely on trains to get raw materials from one end of the country to the other. The United States is second only to China in the amount of raw materials shipped by freight train every year. For the billion-dollar shipping companies who rely on trains to ship their bulk materials,...
Read MoreRoad Rage: A Growing Problem on American Roadways
“Road rage” is a budding problem among frustrated drivers, and can include rude movements, calling out insults or deliberately driving in a threatening, dangerous way. Sadly, too many of us have seen or heard of this kind antagonistic behavior by a driver. Over 1,200 cases of road rage are reported every year, many leading to...
Read MoreMedStar Washington Medical Center Releases Patient Safety Survey Results
Some hospitals are going the extra mile in an effort to get it right, it seems. While many medical facilities around the country do whatever it takes to hide their dirty laundry, MedStar Washington Hospital Center is stepping up and actually fixing problems. The hospital asked employees to rate levels of patient safety in the...
Read MoreHow, Where and When Do Car Crashes Occur in D.C.?
Researchers at Howard University evaluated traffic in Washington D.C. from 2010 through 2012. The report revealed some startling statistics. In 2012, over 18,000 crashes occurred. The average accident involved two vehicles, meaning that over 36,000 vehicles were in accidents that year. For every 100 million miles traveled, driving in Washington caused injuries to 200...
Read MoreHow Dangerous Is Scaffolding on Construction Sites?
Workers at accident scenes sometimes tell us that they knew they were supposed to take precautions, but that they were being rushed to complete the job. Construction companies’ race to beat the bottom line is costing our construction workers their lives, and it is time to stand up and say “No more.” Twice last month,...
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