Personal Injury
Should I Go to the Emergency Room After a Car Accident?
The moments immediately following a car accident can be both vital and terrifying, especially when there are injuries involved. All parties involved in accidents can find themselves overwhelmed with the sheer volume of responsibilities and expectations placed upon them right after a collision occurs. Between exchanging information, contacting insurance companies, assessing damage and speaking to…
Read MoreThe Role of Baltimore’s Local Consumer Protection Laws in Product Liability Cases
Today’s shoppers are more educated and savvy than ever before. Whether shopping in person or online, consumers expect their purchased products to be safe, effective, and built to last. When products fail to meet these benchmarks, the consequences can be devastating. At best, defective products can be inconvenient and costly for those unlucky enough to…
Read MoreOwn a RYOBI Hedge Trimmer? Check This Recall for Information on Laceration Risks
On June 12, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of RYOBI 40V 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers. The commission reports that “…the hedge trimmer blade can unexpectedly activate after pressing just the safety or trigger control individually rather than engaging the safety and trigger controls simultaneously, posing a laceration hazard.” The CPSC has…
Read MoreHow Safe Are Vehicle Backup Cameras?
If you thought vehicle backup cameras were a recent technological advancement, think again! The backup camera actually made its first appearance on a 1956 Buick Centurion. While this rudimentary camera was far bulkier than its modern counterparts, this tech tool laid the foundation for the safety enhancements of the future. Today, all new vehicles under…
Read MoreUnderstanding Baltimore’s Dense Traffic and Its Impact on Car Accident Claims
If you live or work in Baltimore, odds are you’re well-acquainted with some serious traffic. With almost a quarter of a million motorists commuting from Maryland into D.C. every day and another 140,000 commuting into Baltimore City from the surrounding areas, our roadways are reliably bustling with vehicles, drivers, and passengers at any given moment.…
Read MoreWho’s Responsible for a Slip and Fall on City Streets?
Slip and fall accidents are some of the most common cases encountered by personal injury attorneys in Maryland and across the country. In fact, according to the National Floor Safety Institute, slip and fall incidents account for roughly one million emergency room visits every year and are the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims. While…
Read MoreSports-Related Head Injuries
Sports-related head injuries are a growing concern across all levels of athletics, from professional leagues to school sports. Concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) pose significant risks, impacting athletes of all ages. At Plaxen Adler Muncy, our Maryland head injury attorneys advocate for individuals who have suffered these injuries due to negligence, inadequate safety measures,…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Ozempic
It’s hard to overstate the impact that drugs like Ozempic are having on society. Celebrities admit to using it to shed pounds even as debates over its safety rage on. The class of drugs, GLP-1 agonists, or glucagon-like peptide 1, are well-known by their brand names, which, in addition to Ozempic, include Wegovy, Rybelsus, Mounjaro,…
Read MoreWhy Food Poisoning is So Dangerous
Food poisoning may seem like a minor inconvenience but can quickly turn into a grave illness. What starts as a few hours of nausea and discomfort can quickly escalate into severe dehydration, organ damage, or even long-term health complications. In extreme cases, foodborne illnesses like E. coli, salmonella, or listeria can lead to hospitalization or…
Read MoreTragic Mid-Air Collision Near Reagan National: What We Know So Far
On January 29, a catastrophic accident occurred near Washington, D.C., involving a commercial aircraft and a military helicopter. Surveillance video caught the moment of the mid-air collision, which took the lives of 67 people between the commercial jet and the Black Hawk helicopter. This tragedy is not only a profound loss for the victims’ families…
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