A Maryland personal injury action may be brought for accidental or reckless conduct, or in some cases, intentional acts. In an April 25, 2019 decision, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland reviewed a case alleging claims of civil assault and excessive force by the police. After a jury found…
A car crash may be the result of multiple factors, including negligence on the part of both drivers. In a May 3, 2019 Maryland car accident case, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland considered the issue of the plaintiff’s negligence. The plaintiff appealed the matter after the trial jury…
When multiple parties contribute to a plaintiff’s injuries, the plaintiff may benefit from the guidance of a Maryland personal injury attorney. In these types of cases, Maryland law allows the plaintiff to recover the amount of damages that fully compensates the plaintiff for his or her injuries, and no more. …
To succeed on a Maryland negligence claim, the plaintiff must establish each elements of the cause of action. In addition, the plaintiff may have to address the theories of defense offered by the defendant. In an April 17, 2019 case, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland examined the issue…
If an insurance company refuses to cover your injuries after a Maryland car accident case, you may have to take legal action. In some situations, you may be able to recover your attorney’s fees and court costs in bringing the lawsuit. In an April 16, 2019 case, the Court of…
Some personal injury actions are complicated due to the involvement of multiple defendants and competing theories of liability. In an April 3, 2019 Maryland car accident case, the Court of Special Appeals reviewed a jury verdict in favor of the plaintiff, which resulted in a judgment against the two defendants. The…
In a Maryland medical malpractice case, the jury instructions are generally important for members of the jury to understand and apply the law to the evidence presented at trial. Sometimes, the instructions provided to the jury may be grounds for appeal. In January 25, 2019 opinion, the Court of Appeals of Maryland…
Accidents involving power tools or other dangerous equipment may result in serious and life-altering injuries. In a February 19, 2019 case, the plaintiff brought a Maryland negligence claim against the defendant after suffering an injury that ended his career as a surgeon. Following an eight-day trial, the jury found that…
Personal injuries may arise out of many diverse situations, including the workplace. In some cases, if someone caused an injury while on the job, their employer may be held liable for negligent hiring and supervision. In a February 21, 2019 case, three students brought a Maryland negligence claim against the…
Under Maryland premises liability law, a landlord may be held responsible if its negligence caused a personal injury to a tenant. In a March 1, 2019 case, the plaintiff filed a Maryland negligence claim against his landlord after he was assaulted on the premises. A lower court held that under the circumstances alleged…