Rollover accidents can lead to severe injuries and even fatalities, especially when they involve a large commercial vehicle like a semi-truck. Understanding the causes of these accidents can help drivers protect themselves on the road. What causes rollover accidents?...
People who suffer catastrophic injuries as a result of truck accidents often face an uphill battle not only in their health recovery but also in securing compensation for the injuries they suffered, which can be life-altering and disabling. It is important to have...
Truck accidents are not only bigger compared to crashes involving only passenger vehicles; they are also more complex. When a truck crash occurs, it can involve multiple parties. This makes it difficult to determine who is at fault and liable for damages. Figuring out...
In Baltimore and throughout Maryland, drunk driving is an all too familiar problem, despite legislation like the Drunk Driving Reduction Act of 2016, commonly known as Noah's Law. This law, which was named for a police officer killed in a collision with a drunk...
During the upcoming weeks and months, people are likely planning vacations, road trips and outdoor adventures. However, it's crucial to acknowledge a less sunny aspect of this season: the significant increase in traffic accidents. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day,...
According to the latest report from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), there were approximately 6,721 pedestrians involved in fatal motor vehicle-related accidents in 2020. This was a 4.8% increase in the fatality rate from 2019. Data from the GHSA suggests that pedestrian deaths have risen nearly 46% over the past decade, a disproportionate increase compared to the number of…
In the wake of a car accident, it can be difficult to determine what subsequent steps to take. While there is no law mandating you to hire an attorney when seeking compensation after a car accident, many victims choose to seek legal counsel and representation. An experienced attorney can be extremely helpful in navigating the potential personal injury, property damages,…
The pain and stress of a car accident do not always end when you leave the scene. For many, the process of recovering from an accident can be grueling, complicated, and confusing. What’s more, if you’ve been injured in a car accident, navigating the legal avenues to achieving needed compensation can be overwhelming. However, seeking compensation with the help of…
As drivers, we trust that the complex parts and systems in our cars will function as intended to get us safely to our destinations. However, when one of these parts does not work as designed, the result can be catastrophic. A defective car part could lead to a crash, causing injury or even death. Car owners should regularly evaluate their…
As winter storms continue to cover our roadways with a dangerous sheet of snow and ice, it is imperative we avoid operating our vehicles as much as possible, or at least follow the rules of the road with extreme diligence. Below, the personal injury and car accident attorneys at Peter Angelos Law discuss the correlation between winter weather and car…