Nothing is more devastating to parents to discover that the newborn child they have been anticipating for nine months suffers a severe or fatal birth injury. Birth injuries can occur before, during, and after delivery. Recent statistics reveal that of the 1,000 babies...
BALTIMORE MARYLAND LEGAL BLOG
Why you should be prepared to attack witness credibility
Although the prosecution sometimes has physical evidence to present against a defendant in a criminal case, often, much of their arguments are based on witness testimony. This means that your future could rest in the hands of those who take the stand to testify...
How can you start building your car accident case now?
So, you’ve been injured in a car accident. What do you do now? That’s a good question, and the answer is critical to obtaining needed medical care and securing financial stability. For many car accident victims, pursuing a personal injury lawsuit is in the cards....
Common causes of preventable birth injury
Having a baby is a joyous event for Maryland parents, and one that gives them a blend of exhilaration, anxiety and exhaustion, even when everything goes as they had hoped. When a birth injury occurs, however, before birth or during delivery, it may unnecessarily...
Nursing home safety the goal of planned new rules
In Maryland and across the nation, the tumult over the past several years, how it impacted healthcare and especially how nursing home residents are cared for has drawn scrutiny as well as calls for action. People who reside in nursing homes are often elderly, ill,...
The consequences of distracted driving
The consequences of distracted driving can be great and their greatest impact can be felt by victims of distracted driving accidents. For that reason, it is useful for victims of distracted driving-related car accidents and their families to be familiar with the legal...
Safety and avoiding auto accidents a priority as school starts
Road safety is a frequent concern in Maryland. Auto accidents can impact anyone and happen for a variety of reasons. However, there are some members of society who are more vulnerable than others. At the top of the list is children. While they are at risk year-round,...
Long work hours can lead to drowsy driving accidents
People in Maryland who work in factories or in the service industry often work double shifts or third shift. While they may do so simply to earn an income so they can provide for their family it is likely that after their shift is done, they will have to drive to get...
Four common mistakes OB/GYNs make
Women in Maryland who are pregnant may be excited to welcome the new addition to their family. However, they may also recognize that complications can arise during their pregnancy and labor, and they may simply wish for a smooth birth process and a healthy baby....
Proving a failure to diagnose claim
When patients experience abnormal symptoms, they trust that doctors will conduct the proper tests and determine if they are suffering from cancer or other more benign ailments. In some instances, physicians may miss signs and symptoms of cancer, and patients may delay...
