Many drivers are helping the environment throughout Maryland and other states by driving electric vehicles. Electric vehicles gain power from lithium-ion batteries, helping drivers avoid costly trips to gas stations for fuel. With that said, the weight of these...
Car Accidents
Dealing with the aftermath of a car crash
Car accidents happen every single day. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration documents millions of car accidents each year. If you are involved in a car accident that is not your fault, you deserve justice. While the moments following the car...
Why can’t we stop texting and driving?
Texting and driving is legally prohibited in Maryland, along with most other states. Police officers hand out citations. Parents tell their teenagers not to text and drive. Driver’s ed instructors talk about the dangers of distraction behind the wheel. However, the...
3 factors that influence the risk of a pedestrian crash
A crash between a pedestrian and a motor vehicle can have a very unfortunate outcome for the pedestrian involved. The person in the vehicle has the exterior of that vehicle and numerous specialized safety systems to protect them from the force of impact. The...
3 things you should never do after a car accident
Whenever you're driving in Maryland, you may find yourself involved in a car accident. The first thing to remember is not to panic. Try to keep your mind on what you need to do next. Here are three tips to help you focus and maintain control of the situation. 1. Don't...
Why do pedestrian accidents occur? 3 big reasons
The number of pedestrians being involved in traffic crashes is increasing as the years go by. Reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that in 2020, 6,516 pedestrians died in accidents nationwide. This guide discusses three...
That’s going to hurt – delayed injuries from car accidents
If you've been in a car accident in Maryland, you might not feel any pain or discomfort immediately after the crash. However, some injuries can take days or even weeks to manifest. Sometimes, you might only realize you're injuries several days after the incident. Some...
The true cost of car accidents
Suffering injuries as a result of a car accident can be a costly experience. Even a relatively minor crash can result in consequences that may turn a family’s finances upside-down. Between medical bills and lost income due to time taken away from work to heal, the...
Why driving in rainy winter conditions is more dangerous than snow
Most people know that driving on Maryland roads is more dangerous in winter, as precipitation happens more frequently in colder months. Yet is driving in rain or snow more hazardous? The answer may surprise you. Study showed rain is more dangerous than snow A study...
Accidents from jackknifed trucks increase in wintry weather
Our area of the country typically doesn’t get the major snowfalls that the Great Lake states and New England do. But we still are plagued by icy highways and interstates during the coldest months of the year. It doesn’t take all that much ice or snow to create highway...