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How Do Attorneys Preserve Evidence in an Injury Case?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on March 24, 2022There are several things accident victims can do to help gather evidence of their injuries. For instance, taking photos immediately following the accident could be useful when your attorney is building your case. Speaking to witnesses about what they saw and getting their contact details can also be critical. Strong evidence is necessary when pursuing […]
Read moreDangers of Sharing the Road With 18-Wheeler Commercial Trucks
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Truck Accidents Published on March 22, 2022Many of the deadliest and most dangerous motor vehicle crashes involve commercial trucks, also known as 18-wheelers or semi-trucks. These vehicles are so much larger than the passenger vehicles sharing the road with them. That means a collision is much more likely to cause catastrophic damage to the passenger vehicle, increasing the risk of severe injury. […]
Read moreRisks of Asbestos Exposure in the Manufacturing of Chlorine in the U.S.
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on March 14, 2022Despite extensive research and an overwhelming amount of data on the dangers of asbestos exposure, the U.S. has never officially banned the use of this product. While the use of asbestos has significantly declined over the last 40 years, there are still products that contain this harmful mineral. For example, did you know that approximately […]
Read moreWhat Can You do to Help Lower Your Risk of a Crash at Night?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on March 07, 2022You should always be careful when you get behind the wheel, but caution may be even more vital when driving at night. It is harder to see things at night and there are often more reckless drivers populating the road after dark. You may be much more likely to encounter drunk or fatigued drivers at […]
Read moreWho May be at Fault for a Crash Caused by an Object Falling from a Vehicle?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on February 25, 2022We have all seen cars, trucks or SUVs with cargo strapped to the roof or coming out of the trunk. Sometimes this excess cargo is tied down and sometimes it is not. You have also likely encountered work trucks with cargo in the bed of the truck or even hanging off the sides of the […]
Read moreCan Car Crash Victims Seek Compensation Above the At-Fault Driver’s Policy Limits?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on February 21, 2022Car crashes have the potential to cause catastrophic or even fatal injuries. Victims of these accidents often have significant medical expenses and suffer a variety of ongoing damages that affect them financially and emotionally. Even though many drivers purchase more than the minimum required insurance coverage, it may still not be enough to cover damages […]
Read moreHow Lead Poisoning Could Cause Long-Term Damage to the Brain
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Lead Paint Poisoning Published on February 16, 2022Lead is highly toxic to humans. In fact, there is no safe level of blood lead concentration. Even a small concentration of lead in the body can lead to severe injuries. While lead poisoning can lead to problems in multiple systems of the body, one of the biggest concerns with lead exposure is the potential for […]
Read moreWhat is the Deadline for Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on February 07, 2022Many victims of asbestos exposure have valid claims against previous employers or other parties, like product manufacturers. However, there is limited time to take legal action thanks to laws called statutes of limitations. These laws set a period during which injury victims can file claims for compensation. Once the clock runs out, victims are usually […]
Read moreWhy Insurance Companies Want to Convince Crash Victims They Are Partially at Fault
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on January 31, 2022Car insurers do not want to pay full compensation for a crash victim’s damages. That is why they often look for reasons to assign blame to the victim, even if the victim is blameless. This is particularly true in Maryland, which is one of a handful of states with a harsh contributory negligence law. Maryland […]
Read moreWhat You Should Know About Settling a Car Accident Claim Through Arbitration
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on January 25, 2022Most car accident claims are resolved with a settlement between the victim and the at-fault driver’s car insurance company. While many settlements are reached after negotiation between the victim’s attorney and the insurance company, some settlements are agreed to after alternative dispute resolution. One of the most common forms of alternative dispute resolution is arbitration. […]
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