Maryland Personal Injury Blog

Tips to Keep the Winter Holidays Safe

By admin on November 24, 2010

The holiday season means more traveling, more time with friends, and more parties. Unfortunately, for revelers in Maryland and across the U.S., it also means snow and ice, driving without daylight during the long nights, and other situations that increase the risk of a car accident ruining your holiday festivities. To keep you and your family safe while you enjoy the holidays, please keep these important safety tips in mind.

• If you are going to be drinking, do not drive. Choose a sober designated driver, take a cab or public transportation to and from a party, or host the party yourself so you can drink without worrying about “one too many” making you unable to drive.
• If you’re hosting a party, provide plenty of non-alcoholic drinks, foods, and safe activities appropriate for the ages of all your prospective guests. Make sure young children are supervised at all times.
• Never leave candles, a fireplace or woodstove, or holiday lights burning unattended. Always unplug your Christmas tree or other holiday lights before leaving the house. Keep a fire extinguisher handy in case holiday lighting gets out of control.
• Choose age-appropriate gifts for small children. Make sure that any small parts, such as batteries, are firmly attached before allowing your children to play with their new presents.

Keeping safety on your mind can help you and your family enjoy the holidays together. If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product or in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence or carelessness, please contact Maryland personal injury attorney Steven H. Heisler, “The Injury Lawyer.” Mr. Heisler’s experience can help you win the compensation you deserve. Call 877-228-4878 for a free and confidential consultation.

Posted in Law & Information, Personal Injury |

“Vests for Visibility” Promotes Pedestrian Safety This Halloween

By admin on October 28, 2010

The Maryland State Highway Administration is helping keep pedestrians safe this Halloween by lending out reflective vests at no charge. Trick-or-treaters and their adult chaperones are encouraged to wear the vests over their costumes – or as part of a construction worker costume – in order to be more easily seen in the dark. This will hopefully reduce the number of Maryland pedestrian accidents by giving motorists additional warning that people are out and about on Halloween night.

The safety vests can be borrowed from State Highway Administration Maintenance shops and are available for pickup on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday before Halloween; from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vests will be loaned on a first-come, first-served basis and must be returned by Friday, November 6.

The Maryland State Highway Administration also recommends that pedestrians and motorists be on alert on Halloween night. Drivers must always stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, drive slowly and always obey the speed limit, and are encouraged to avoid driving between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. Halloween night, when most trick-or-treaters are out. For pedestrians, the Maryland State Highway Administration recommends looking both ways before crossing the street, only crossing at marked intersections, and wear bright colors and reflective clothing.

Nothing spoils Halloween fun more quickly than a Maryland car or pedestrian accident. Experienced Maryland accident injury lawyer Steven H. Heisler, “The Injury Lawyer,” has handled a wide range of accident cases, including pedestrian and car accidents. If you have been in an accident in Maryland, he will review your case carefully and can help you understand and protect your legal rights and options. Call 877-228-4878 today for a free and confidential consultation on your Maryland accident case.

Posted in Accidents |

Unlicensed Driver Crashes into Maryland Apartment Building

By injuheis on October 30, 2009

According to the Associated Press, an auto accident involving a minivan and an apartment building took place on Good Luck Road. According to reports, the driver of the minivan was unlicensed and was apparently being taught how to drive by his friend. The unlicensed driver lost control of the vehicle, and crashed into a Lanham apartment building, specifically crashing through the wall of an apartment that was occupied at the time. The resident of the apartment sustained a leg injury from debris sent flying from the crash’s impact, and is lucky to be alive. The minivan came to rest on top of the bed where the apartment resident had been reclining on just minutes before the crash occurred.

While authorities are still investigating the details of the crash, it has already been determined that the driver of the vehicle is not a United States citizen and was here illegally. On top of that, the individual instructing the unlicensed driver on how to operate the motor vehicle does not possess a license either. Both individuals face reckless endangerment charges, while the driver of the crashed vehicle also faces charges of driving without a license.

Being unlicensed, and in one case undocumented, individuals, it is safe to assume that neither negligent party involved has auto insurance. However, just because those individuals do not have insurance does not mean that the victim in this accident is not entitled to compensatory damages to help pay for his medical bills, property damage, and other costs associated with the accident. In Maryland, insurance companies are required to provide uninsured motorist coverage to ALL policy holders. While the individuals responsible for the accident are criminally charged, it is essential that the victim in this accident seek the sound legal advice of a skilled Maryland personal injury attorney.

If you have been injured in an automobile accident, even if, as in this case, you weren’t even in a motor vehicle, don’t hesitate to contact Steven H. Heisler, “The Injury Lawyer,” for a free evaluation of your case, and his experienced attorneys will ensure that your rights are upheld at all times. Personal injury claims should not be ignored, and those responsible for your injuries should be held accountable for their actions. Please call us today for your free consultation.

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Posted in Auto Accidents, Personal Injury |

Maryland Street Intersection Accident Kills One, Injures One

By injuheis on August 18, 2009

One person died and another suffered major personal injury after a van and a landscaper’s truck collided in Montgomery County. According to a news report in the Baltimore Sun, the fatal traffic collision occurred in the 28000 block of Kemptom Road in Damascus, Maryland. Police said the driver of the van died at the scene and that the driver of the landscaping truck suffered several injuries and is in critical condition. Police are still investigating what caused the fatal crash.

Investigating the cause of a car crash or traffic collision is extremely important. If you or a loved one is involved in a serious auto accident that involves major injury or death, it is in your best interest to retain the services of an experienced and skilled Maryland auto accident attorney, who will follow up with the investigation, remain on your side, look out for your best interests and fight for your rights. Accident investigations can be complex and it takes someone with comprehensive knowledge of Maryland traffic laws to analyze all aspects of such an incident. In cases where the at-fault party is on-the-job, his or her employer could also be held liable for the victim’s injuries. Cases that involve more than one defendant can get complicated pretty quickly.

If you are looking to pursue your legal rights in a Maryland intersection accident case, please contact the law office of Steven H. Heisler to find out more information about how you can proceed with your case. We offer free consultations and case evaluations. We will remain with you every step of the way, keep you updated and informed and make sure you are fairly compensated for your injuries, damages and loss.

Posted in Auto Accidents, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death |

Maryland Car Accident Claims the Life of Elderly Woman

By injuheis on July 2, 2009

An 80-year-old woman was killed in a Pasadena car accident in Maryland. According to a news report in the Baltimore Sun, Anne Arundel County fire officials said the fatal car crash occurred at Fort Smallwood Road near Carroll Road and involved one car turning in front of another. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. A 64-year-old man was transported by ambulance to a Baltimore hospital with serious injuries. His injuries were, however, not life-threatening. The auto accident is under investigation, police said.

If you have been involved in a Maryland car accident, the first thing you need to do is to get prompt medical attention. The next thing you need to do is to gather as much information as possible. If you are in a condition to do so, immediately after the auto accident, you would be well-advised to get the other driver’s license tag number and many details as possible such as there name, address, contacts, driver’s license and insurance information. If you are carrying a camera, or if you have a camera feature on your cell phone, take as many detailed photographs as you can.

If you have been seriously injured in a Baltimore auto accident, you need the services of an experienced and knowledgeable Maryland auto accident lawyer who can analyze the facts of the case, identify the parties at fault and hold them accountable. If you are looking for a skilled Maryland personal injury attorney with a successful track record, please call Steven H. Heisler today for a free consultation and case evaluation.

Posted in Auto Accidents, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death |

Maryland Car Accident Caused by Driver Failing to Yield the Right-of-Way

By injuheis on June 18, 2009

A Berlin man was cited for failing to yield right-of-way during a car accident in Maryland on Route 50 near the Salisbury Bypass, according to this news report. Maryland State Police officials said the car accident occurred when the driver of a 2002 GMC pickup, 52-year-old Philip Glen Massey, tried to take the ramp to the Salisbury Bypass. He did not yield the right-of-way and drove into the path of a 2003 Honda sport utility vehicle driven by 49-year-old Pamela Taylor Miller of Bethel, officials said. Both drivers sustained injuries and were treated at an area hospital. Massey was charged with failing to yield right-of-way.

Maryland Transportation Code Section 21-403 states:

• “Preferential right-of-way at an intersection may be indicated by stop signs or yield signs placed in accordance with the Maryland Vehicle Law.
• If the driver of a vehicle approaches a through highway, the driver shall: Stop at the entrance to the highway and yield right-of-way to any other vehicle approaching on the through highway.”

If you have been injured in a Maryland auto accident as a result of someone else’s negligence, please contact skilled Maryland car accident attorney Steven H. Heisler for a free consultation and case evaluation. We will assess your Maryland personal injury claim, determine the facts of the case and make sure you are fairly compensated for your injuries and loss. You may be eligible to receive compensation to cover medical expenses, loss of earnings, past and future pain and suffering, property damages and other related costs. Please call us to find out more about your legal rights and options.

Posted in Auto Accidents, Personal Injury |