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Can I Sue Someone if I am Injured in Their Swimming Pool?

While swimming pools are a great way to beat the heat, they can be extremely dangerous. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death each year and remains the leading cause of death for children. While children are at a higher risk, anyone can drown. The CDC reports that 3,960 fatal unintentional drownings occur […]

What to Know About Pediatric Malpractice

Children, just like all patients, deserve high-quality care. When a pediatric patient is injured as a result of a medical professional’s actions, it is important that parents understand what avenues are available for seeking justice and compensation. Here, the Baltimore medical malpractice attorneys at Peter Angelos Law discuss what pediatric malpractice is and how to […]

Can You Sue for Pain and Suffering in Maryland?

When you file a medical malpractice lawsuit in Baltimore, MD, your compensation will generally consist of economic damages associated with the medical treatments you needed to recover from your medical negligence injury. However, you may also be entitled to pain and suffering damages. Learn more about pain and suffering compensation before you contact malpractice lawyers. […]

Personal Injury Claims Regarding Car Accidents With Pedestrians

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 […]

What Is the Cap on Medical Malpractice in Maryland?

People who file a medical malpractice lawsuit in Baltimore, Maryland may be curious about the damage cap on any compensation they receive. A damage cap is the maximum limit of compensation that can be paid for your injuries, specifically, your pain and suffering, after you are injured as a result of medical malpractice. Learn more […]

What Types of Birth Injury Can Be Caused by Malpractice?

If your child suffered an injury before, during, or after birth, you might be entitled to compensation. Birth injuries caused by malpractice are a serious legal issue and have lifelong effects, from developmental delays to costly medical bills. A Baltimore birth injury lawyer can help you prove negligence and get justice for your child. What […]

Pregnancy and Medical Malpractice

Expecting a baby is often a time of joy for many. However, the added medical needs of an expecting mother can come with challenges. Poor medical care and doctors’ negligence can negatively impact women and babies before or during childbirth, with harmful and potentially fatal consequences. If you, your child, or a loved one were […]

How to Spot a Pharmacy Medication Error

The advancement of the pharmaceutical industry and the increase in available medications have helped countless people heal their ailments and mitigate their pain, and the right medications have the power to change lives. However, when an individual is prescribed or consumes the wrong medication, the effects can be detrimental. According to a report from the […]

How Many Medical Negligence Lawsuits Go to Trial?

Doctors and other medical professionals are responsible for providing their services competently. The laws surrounding the medical profession and personal injury are complex, and not every negligence lawsuit is resolved in court. So, how many go to trial, and what does that mean for the parties involved? Speaking with a medical malpractice attorney in Baltimore, […]