Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | May 5, 2025 | Personal Injury
How Long Can the Brain Go Without Oxygen Before Damage Occurs?
Most people think about blunt trauma when they hear about someone suffering a brain injury. Blunt force trauma can result in brain injury, but it is not the only cause. A condition known as cerebral hypoxia can also occur when the brain is deprived of oxygen. This life-threatening health condition can be caused in many…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | April 15, 2025 | Personal Injury
What Are the Symptoms of Dry Drowning?
Dry drowning is a rare but serious condition that can happen after someone inhales water. Compared with traditional drowning, dry drowning takes more time to happen. Symptoms can appear hours after leaving the water, making it both unexpected and alarming. So how does dry drowning happen? Typically, water goes into the airway and triggers a…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | January 16, 2025 | Personal Injury
What If I Can’t Afford An Attorney?
Suffering harm in a personal injury accident can saddle you with unanticipated and expensive costs like medical bills, repair costs, and reductions in income. Even if you know the benefits of having legal representation, the thought of taking on additional expenses by hiring an attorney may seem daunting. Some may feel that professional legal representation…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | November 26, 2024 | Personal Injury
What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?
What’s the difference between a lawyer and an attorney? The short answer is there isn’t one — at least not a legally meaningful one. The confusion arises from how these terms evolved. Historically, there were minor distinctions between different types of legal representatives. But in the United States today, “lawyer” and “attorney” mean the same…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | October 14, 2024 | Personal Injury
Understanding the Role of Negligence in Maryland Personal Injury Cases
When someone is injured in an accident, figuring out who is responsible becomes very important. In Maryland, personal injury cases often focus on the idea of negligence. This is a legal concept that helps to determine if one person or party is at fault for causing harm to someone else. When negligence is proven, the…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | August 28, 2024 | Personal Injury
How to Protect Your Rights in Maryland Personal Injury Cases
Navigating a personal injury case in Maryland can be a challenging and often overwhelming experience. When you find yourself injured due to someone else’s negligence, it’s crucial to understand how to protect your rights effectively. The legal process in personal injury cases can be intricate, and without a clear understanding of your rights and the…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | August 19, 2024 | Personal Injury \ Workers' Compensation
Workers’ Comp vs. Personal Injury Claims: Key Differences in Maryland
In Maryland, when an individual suffers an injury due to a workplace accident or the negligence of another party, they may have the option to pursue either a workers’ compensation claim or a personal injury claim. Although these legal avenues may appear similar on the surface, they are governed by different laws, involve distinct processes,…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | August 5, 2024 | Personal Injury
Tragic Bounce House Accident Claims Life of 5-Year-Old at Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Game
A heartbreaking incident at a Southern Maryland Blue Crabs baseball game on Friday night resulted in the death of a 5-year-old boy, leaving the community in mourning. Charles County officials released details about the incident on Saturday. Around 9:21 p.m., emergency 911 calls reported that a bounce house at the Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf,…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | August 1, 2024 | Personal Injury
How to Find the Right Personal Injury Lawyer in Maryland
Navigating the aftermath of a personal injury can be a daunting task, especially when you are confronted with medical bills, insurance companies, and the need to secure legal representation. Finding the right personal injury lawyer in Maryland is crucial to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. This guide aims to help you understand the…
Alpert Schreyer Personal Injury Lawyers | June 17, 2024 | Personal Injury
Understanding Pain and Suffering Damages: Obtaining Full Compensation After an Accident
Accidents can lead to a myriad of challenges, not just physically but emotionally and mentally as well. For those affected, the repercussions extend far beyond immediate medical bills or property damage. One of the most significant yet often misunderstood aspects of personal injury claims involves pain and suffering damages. In Maryland, these damages can play…