What Is Jake’s Law?

Jake’s Law is a law that went into effect in Maryland in 2014 to deter distracted driving. In 2011 five-year-old Jake Owen was killed in a car accident caused by a distracted driver. Because the laws at the time were not up-to-date with the ever-changing technology, the driver responsible for Jake’s death only had to…

Many Large Truck Tires Cannot Handle Top Speeds

A decade ago, the maximum speed limit for vehicles on most highways was 65 mph. According to a new report by The Associated Press, many tractor-trailer tires are still designed to travel less than 75 mph and, now that the speed limits have increased nationwide, there are a number of truck drivers who are traveling…

Two Injured After Car Collides With Maryland State Police Cruiser

A 67-year-old Oxon Hill man and his 81-year-old passenger were injured when their van collided with a Maryland State Police car. According to a WJLA news report, the car accident occurred on the Capital Beltway near Suitland Road in Prince George’s County. Officials say the trooper’s car was stopped as he conducted a traffic stop when…

Woman Killed In Maryland Motorcycle Accident

A 50-year-old woman was killed in a Maryland car accident when a 2005 Toyota Solara pulled in front of her 2006 Harley Davidson. According to a news report in The Daily Times, the fatal motorcycle accident occurred on Route 50 at Rockawalkin Road. Officials say the 23-year-old driver of the Toyota failed to yield when…

3 Healthy Habits You Can Learn From Your Pet

Whether you’re an avid dog or cat lover, anyone who owns a pet is well aware of the joy and playfulness that a furry, feathered, or scaly creature can bring to our lives. And while many people are guilty of anthropomorphizing their critter (even going so far as to play dress up with the ever-indulging…

Five Creative Ways To Gift Money

Graduation season is here, which means that families throughout Maryland will be giving gifts to teens and young adults embarking on the next phase of their lives.While money remains the number one graduation gift, you don’t have to simply slip it into a card like everyone else at the party.  Here are five ways to…

Failure To Yield Results In Maryland Injury Crash

The 34-year-old driver of a Nissan and the 59-year-old driver of a Toyota Prius were injured in a Maryland car accident, which officials say, may have resulted from driver error. According to a WBAL TV news report, the crash occurred on westbound MD Rt. 175 at Clark Road in Jessup. Officials say the driver of the Prius…

Maryland Lawmakers Debate New Dog Liability Law

In 2007, a 10-year-old Towson boy was mauled by his neighbor’s pit bull. That case ended up in the Court of Appeals five years later where it was determined that pit bull owners are liable for the actions of their dogs even if there is no prior evidence that their dog is dangerous. The ruling…

Former Alpert Schreyer, LLC Attorney Appointed Charles County Circuit Court Judge

The injury law firm of Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers is proud to announce that Hayward James “Jay” West was recently appointed Circuit Court Judge for Charles County. Judge West has been a highly valued member of our legal team for more than nine years and we congratulate him on achieving such an esteemed position…

Woman Killed In Maryland Auto Accident Due To Stop Sign Runner

A 38-year-old woman from Delaware was killed in a Maryland car crash when a car ran a stop sign and struck her vehicle. According to a news report in Delawareonline.com, the fatal crash occurred at Finchville Reliance Road and Galestown Reliance Road near Reliance. Officials say the victim was turning left in her 2004 Pontiac…