Posts by Bruce Plaxen
Teen TikToker Slammed for Misusing Tesla Autopilot Feature
A teen is finding himself under fire after a November 2020 TikTok has resurfaced, showing him misusing his Tesla Autopilot feature. Tens of thousands of viewers are sharing and commenting on the video nationwide, along with concerns about the legality of his actions – not to mention the extreme danger and risk to himself and…
Read MoreThe Value of Expert Witnesses in Your Car Accident Case
Have you suffered injuries in a car crash? If so, the burden of proof is on you to prove the liability of another party. This means you need evidence to establish fault and the extent of your injuries and their financial cost. This can be a monumental task without an experienced car accident attorney. To…
Read MoreCoronavirus Liability Shields Are a Mistake
Medical errors take the lives of thousands of patients each year; even greater numbers of patients are injured. When hospitals are responsible for causing patient harm, they may attempt to cover it up to avoid being held liable for the harm they caused. Recently, legislators have been discussing liability shields for hospitals and medical personnel…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Truck Tire Blowouts
Truck accidents can be some of the most destructive and devastating accidents that occur on roadways. Many times, the most seriously affected victims of these accidents are those who occupied the passenger vehicles in these crashes. Truck accidents are often the result of driver error, but may also be caused by tire blowouts. According to…
Read MoreLiability and Potential Damages for Slip and Fall Injuries in Maryland
Slip and fall accidents often occur when a pedestrian loses footing because of an issue with a walking surface – in other words, a defective or dangerous condition exists that precipitated the fall. These incidents often occur on surfaces such as uneven or raised walkways, iced covered concrete or asphalt, and broken asphalt. Indoors, these…
Read MoreTruck Accidents Resulting from Braking Issues
Truck drivers are required to obtain commercial licenses to drive large commercial trucks. These vehicles are massive, weighing as much as 80,000 pounds when loaded. Their length, size, and weight makes them a significantly greater challenge to safely navigate than a much smaller passenger vehicle. As such, they also require more road space ahead to…
Read MoreJoshua A. Plaxen Named Partner at Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A.
Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A., formerly Plaxen & Adler, P.A., is proud to announce that Joshua A. Plaxen has been named a partner in the firm. Mr. Plaxen joined the firm in 2015 as an associate, where he has focused on Personal Injury, Auto Accidents, Workers’ Compensation, and Social Security Disability claims. He was recently named…
Read MoreThe Long-Term Effects of Birth Injuries
Even though medical advances and modern technology have made childbirth much safer than it was even decades ago, birth injuries can and do still occur. These injuries can happen right before, during, and after the mother gives birth. Some of these injuries can have long-lasting effects upon the child. About 6 in 1,000 children born…
Read MoreHow to Deal with an Insurance Adjuster on Your Personal Injury Claim
When you sustain an injury either in a car crash, at a medical facility, or on someone else’s property, you will likely need to deal with the other party’s insurance company. Therefore, it is essential to understand how to deal with the insurance adjuster for the other party. Per the Centers for Disease Control &…
Read MoreChronic Pain Is a Catastrophic Injury
When you sustain injuries in a car crash, or on a worksite, or because you’ve been injured in some way, the first type of pain you feel is acute. This usually lasts a few weeks or months, but eventually goes away. Acute pain – like a burn or broken bone – is easy for people…
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