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Maryland Plaintiff Sues Surgeon and Eye Clinic for Negligence After Suffering Permanent Vision Loss

The liability of certain parties may be a complicated issue in some Maryland medical malpractice cases.  In an April 27, 2018 opinion, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland examined the question of whether a medical group was liable for the alleged negligence of an employee other than the physician-defendant.  The…

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Maryland Court Overrules Legal Doctrine in a Victory for Car Accident Plaintiffs

Even if a legal concept provides for an unfortunate outcome, an experienced car accident attorney will be prepared to argue persuasively in your favor.  In an April 20, 2018 Maryland car accident case, the Court of Appeals of Maryland considered whether the doctrine of imputed negligence would apply to prevent the injured…

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Family of Maryland State Prisoner Wins Wrongful Death Case, Appeals Damages Cap

Maryland law generally allows victims of negligence to pursue compensation from those responsible.  In some cases, however, remedies may be limited or damages capped.  In an April 12, 2018 Maryland wrongful death case, the Court of Appeals considered whether a multi-million dollar jury verdict should be reduced, and which defendants…

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Maryland Court Upholds Million-Dollar Jury Verdict to Plaintiff in Lead Paint Case

In Maryland, careless landlords may be liable for the damage caused by their negligence, including some lead-based paint injuries.  In an April 2, 2018 case, the plaintiff filed a Maryland personal injury lawsuit against his landlords for increased blood lead levels and developmental disabilities suffered as results of exposure to lead-based paint…

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Maryland Court of Appeals Holds Pipefitter May Sue Corporation Decades After Asbestos Exposure

Certain kinds of injuries may not be discovered for many years.  In many of these cases, Maryland law provides relief to the victims by allowing them to bring a negligence claim once they realize they have been injured.  In a March 28, 2018 case, the plaintiff filed a Maryland personal injury case…

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Maryland Plaintiff Succeeds on Appeal, Continues Lawsuit Against Landlord for Lead Exposure

The lasting effects of lead exposure can be difficult to manage, and even more so when a child has elevated levels of lead in their system.  If the lead exposure was due to the negligence of another person, such as a property owner or landlord, the victim may be able…

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Maryland Plaintiff Pursues Appeal Against Clothing Store After Trip and Fall Injury

People who have been injured in a retail store or other business may be able to recover their medical expenses and other losses if the accident was caused by negligence.  In a March 14, 2018 Maryland premises liability case, the Court of Special Appeals reviewed an injury claim filed by a…

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Maryland Plaintiff Wins Appeal to Pursue Car Accident Claim That Originated Ten Years Ago

A skilled Maryland car accident attorney will thoroughly investigate the facts of an accident in order to support the viability of a client’s negligence claim.  As illustrated in a February 20, 2018 decision by the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland, the details were crucial in reversing the dismissal of a…

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Maryland Plaintiff Wins Lawsuit Seeking Uninsured Motorist Coverage Equal to Policy Liability Limits

It is important to be aware of changes in Maryland motor vehicle insurance laws that may affect your coverage with your automobile insurer.  A January 31, 2018 Maryland car accident case before the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland illustrates the difficulties that may arise if coverage expectations are not met.…

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Maryland Wrongful Death Action Filed After Collision with Over-Loaded Cement Delivery Truck

Semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles can cause serious damage, injuries, and even death upon a collision with a passenger car.  A February 12, 2018 wrongful death case before the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland arose after a woman died in a car accident involving a cement truck.  The victim’s family brought a…

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