PIP Benefits Are Exhausted: What Do I Do?

If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Maryland, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits are often one of the first sources of financial relief available to you. Maryland requires auto insurers to offer at least $2,500 in PIP coverage, although drivers may purchase higher limits. PIP helps cover medical expenses and a portion of…

Can I Have Just One Drink and Be Safe to Drive?

Many people in Maryland ask a simple but risky question: Can I have just one drink and still be safe to drive? The honest answer is that even a single alcoholic beverage can affect judgment, reaction time, and coordination. What feels like a harmless choice can quickly turn into a dangerous situation for you, your…

What Qualifies as a Catastrophic Injury?

A catastrophic injury is a life-altering injury that permanently changes a person’s ability to function, work, or live independently. In Maryland, including St. Mary’s County, these injuries often involve long-term disability, extensive medical treatment, and lasting physical or cognitive impairment. Unlike minor injuries that heal over time, catastrophic injuries frequently require ongoing care and may…

Basic Personal Injury Settlement Breakdown: How Much Goes in My Pocket?

If you were injured in a car accident, truck accident, slip and fall, or other negligence-based incident, you are probably wondering how much money you will actually receive from your personal injury settlement. Understanding how a personal injury settlement breakdown works is essential before accepting any settlement offer.  Knowing what deductions apply will help you…

When Can a Child Sit in the Front Seat in Maryland?

Parents often ask when it is legal and safe for a child to sit in the front seat of a car. In Maryland, the answer depends on age, size, and how the child is restrained. State law focuses on protecting children from serious injury by requiring proper seating and restraints based on a child’s development,…

How Dangerous Are Motorcycles?

Motorcycles offer freedom, efficiency, and a sense of adventure that few other vehicles can match. For many riders, they’re more than just transportation—they’re a lifestyle. But alongside their benefits, motorcycles also come with serious risks.  So just how dangerous are motorcycles compared to other vehicles, and why do accidents involving motorcycles so often lead to…

What Does Yielding the Right-of-Way Mean? 

If you’ve ever hesitated at a four-way stop or wondered who should go first when merging into traffic, you’ve encountered the concept of yielding the right-of-way. While it sounds technical, yielding the right-of-way is a basic rule of the road designed to keep traffic moving safely and prevent accidents. Unfortunately, confusion about when and how…

What To Do When Involved in a Truck Accident Out of State

Being involved in a truck accident is stressful in any situation, but it becomes even more complicated when the crash happens outside your home state. Commercial trucks travel thousands of miles across the country every day, and accidents involving them often lead to serious injuries, complex insurance issues, and questions about which state’s laws apply. …

Prince George’s County Pit Bull Ban Repealed: New Rules for Owners and What to Do After a Dog Bite in Maryland

On November 18, 2025, Prince George’s County, Maryland voted unanimously to reverse its nearly 30-year ban on pit bull ownership, ending one of the strictest breed-specific restrictions in the state. Although court documents acknowledged for years that the pit bull ban was often not directly enforced, the ordinance still made it illegal for many county…

Maryland Snow & Ice Sidewalk Laws (By County) and What to Do After a Winter Slip and Fall

When winter weather hits Maryland, snow and ice can quickly create dangerous conditions for drivers and pedestrians alike. Beyond protecting your physical safety, it’s also important to understand your legal rights and responsibilities, especially when it comes to snow and ice removal requirements. In many Maryland jurisdictions, property owners and occupants are legally required to…