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What if I Am Injured by Someone Driving a Stolen Car?

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on September 03, 2020

Accidents involving stolen cars can be devastating for victims who are injured in a crash by a car thief. They would likely have to make claims against their own insurance policies in order to recover compensation. To make matter worse, the owner of the stolen car is not typically held financially responsible for any injuries […]

What Does ‘No Upfront Costs’ Mean?

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Firm News Published on September 02, 2020

At the Law offices of Peter T. Nicholl, there are no fees or expenses for clients unless we win a recovery for you. We work on contingency, so we do not get paid for representing you unless we win. It is free to meet with us in an initial consultation and if you hire us […]

Is An Injury Lawsuit Affected If The Victim Has Not Recovered?

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on August 27, 2020

Lawsuits can take months or even years to complete. This is one of the reasons most personal injury cases are settled before the case goes to trial. However, settling a personal injury case may still take some time because your lawyer will need to wait until you have recovered from your injuries. Unless you have […]

Ways to Prove the Other Driver Was Distracted When They Hit You

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on August 20, 2020

Distracted driving is especially dangerous, making up a large percentage of car accidents that happen on Maryland roads. If you have been injured by a distracted driver, you may be eligible to file a claim to pursue compensation to help cover medical bills and lost wages. But how do you prove that the other driver […]

The Reasonable Person Standard in Cases Involving Negligence

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on August 13, 2020

In a personal injury case, the reasonable person standard is often used to determine whether negligence has happened and if that negligence is linked to the accident and resulting injuries and damages. Being able to prove the existence of negligence using this standard can be difficult without legal help. At Peter T. Nicholl Law Offices, […]

Determining Liability for a Left-Turn Car Accident

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on August 07, 2020

Making a left turn is one of the most dangerous maneuvers a driver can make on the road. He or she must yield to oncoming traffic at an intersection. This is why drivers turning left are often presumed to be at fault in a crash. However, there are certain situations when determining liability in these […]

Proving Your Medical Costs Are Reasonable and Necessary to an Insurer

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on July 29, 2020

If you have been hurt in an accident due to negligence, you may be eligible to seek compensation to help cover your damages – including medical costs. Under Maryland law, the at-fault party would liable to pay any reasonable and necessary medical expenses incurred, as well as future expected medical expenses, caused by his or […]

How Can I Be Compensated After an Out-of-State Car Accident?

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on July 24, 2020

Being injured in a car accident can already be a traumatic experience, but when it happens while driving in another state, it can be even more overwhelming. You may be unsure if your damages will be fully covered because you are outside your state of residence. Fortunately, there are certain steps you can take to […]

Could Getting a Traffic Citation Affect My Car Accident Claim?

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on July 07, 2020

Getting a traffic citation after a car accident can affect your claim in a number of ways. It could hurt your ability to recover compensation for your injury and damages or prevent you from pursuing compensation due to the violation, the actions of the other driver, and the direct cause of the crash. It is […]

Liability for a Catastrophic Injury in a Personal Injury Case

Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on June 25, 2020

While any kind of injury can be painful, certain kinds of injuries can lead to greater physical, emotional and financial hardships for accident victims. These are often defined as catastrophic injuries. To obtain compensation for a catastrophic injury, you would need to determine who was legally at fault for the accident or incident that led […]