by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 5 minutes
Got car insurance? Hopefully you do. But believe it or not, some people don’t have any – or they don’t have enough. And if one of those people cause a car accident with you, you better have UM. That’s attorney lingo for uninsured motorist insurance. (Note: technically it is both UNinsured and UNDERinsured motorist coverage....
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 5 minutes
In the aftermath of a death caused by someone else’s actions, families often find themselves trying to make sense of unfamiliar legal territory. One of the most common questions we hear in this situation is: How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Maryland? Nobody wants to be rushed into this....
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 6 minutes
It’s not uncommon to feel fine immediately after a car accident. Adrenaline can mask symptoms, and some injuries take time to appear. But in the hours or even days that follow, persistent pain or discomfort can be signs of more serious injuries after a car accident. Here at Southern Maryland Law, we have helped countless...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 6 minutes
Motorcycle accident cases in Maryland have some unique issues that make them a bit different than your average car accident case. Legally speaking, nothing is really different. A motorcycle has all the same rights as a car. But practically speaking – in court at a trial – there are real differences and your attorney needs...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 5 minutes
After a car accident, the first few days can feel like a blur: You’re juggling doctor visits, car repairs, and insurance calls on top of the pain you may already be feeling. Understandably, most people focus on getting through the day rather than documenting car accident injuries. To discover everything you need to know about...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 6 minutes
Losing someone you love is devastating, especially when their death was caused by someone else’s actions. In the midst of grief, you’re also faced with sudden expenses, financial uncertainty, and questions about what comes next. These challenges can affect immediate needs and long-term stability, especially if the person who passed away was a primary wage...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 13 minutes
Can you settle your own Waldorf, Maryland car accident case without hiring a personal injury lawyer? Yes, you can – IF . . . IF your case is smaller, and IF you have the right type of case, and IF a personal injury lawyer screens your case and tells you this is a reasonable approach, then you...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 11 minutes
A serious injury can change every aspect of your life. Medical bills pile up, time off work leads to lost wages, and dealing with insurance companies only makes the stress worse. A personal injury claim can help you recover compensation, but one misstep can weaken your case and reduce your settlement. Protect your injury claim...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 5 minutes
If your car is in the shop after an accident in Southern Maryland, you can get a rental vehicle through the other driver’s insurance. They must provide a comparable vehicle, not a downgrade. If liability is delayed or denied, you may need to use your own rental coverage or pay upfront and seek reimbursement. Contact...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 4 minutes
Two recent news stories put an interesting twist on the issue of people who left the scene of a car accident. Everyone knows leaving the scene of a car accident, especially when someone suffers a personal injury, is a big, big no-no. But do you know the penalties? They are serious. You can and will...
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