Auto Accidents

If you’re involved in a Maryland car accident with a driver who doesn’t carry car insurance, you may still have options. However, your ability to recover compensation may depend largely on your own insurance coverage and whether or not the other driver has any assets. Like other states, Maryland does require drivers to carry car…

A hit-and-run is one of the most stressful types of car accidents you can be involved in. Not only are you injured and left with a damaged vehicle, but you don’t even know who to hold responsible for it. Drivers often assume that if a hit-and-run driver can’t be found, they’re left covering all of…

Being cut off by another driver and hitting their car is a situation that confuses and frustrates many people. You’ve probably heard that the rear driver in a rear-end crash is always at fault (or almost always, at least). But what about when that driver was cut off? This can definitely change the situation. Determining…

Airbags are life-saving equipment and they’re just as important as your car’s seatbelts. According to the NHTSA, they’ve saved over 50,000 lives in the past 30 years. However, what happens when they don’t deploy? If you were in a car accident and your airbags didn’t go off, you’re probably wondering if something went wrong. Was…

You pull up to a four-way stop, glance around, and realize you’re not alone. Another car’s already waiting. A third rolls up right after you. Maybe even a fourth. Now what? Knowing who has the right of way at a four-way stop is the key to preventing accidents and keeping traffic flowing smoothly. However, when…

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…

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…

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.…

At Plaxen Adler Muncy, our Maryland car accident attorneys frequently encounter clients with misconceptions about car accidents and the subsequent legal processes. These myths can lead to misunderstandings, delays, or even harm to their legal claims. To help you protect your rights and ensure you are well-informed, we are addressing some of the most common…