I Had A Prior Accident. Is That Going to Ruin My Case, or Can I Recover?
We’ve discussed in other guides that a prior accident can be a significant variable in assessing the value of Baltimore injury or car accident claim. Prior to the initiation of litigation, it may be possible to keep the details and specifics of a prior accident from the eyes of a claim adjuster. As Attorney Eric T.... Read more »
How Much is Baltimore Personal Injury Case Worth?
I’ve been representing clients for a couple of decades now. As part of my role as counselor, I Attorney Eric T. Kirk offer complimentary consultations and a free analysis to those with legal problems. I’ve spoken to thousands of people over the years. Not all of those consultations have lead to cases, but many have. The... Read more »
Determining The Value Of Baltimore Car Accident Claim: Lost Income.
Of course there are a variety of factors that a seasoned Baltimore injury attorney employs in arriving at a fair value range for a case. A component of any personal injury claim, and often a significant component of a serious claim, is the loss of wages. A couple of things should become obvious right away.... Read more »
How Much Is A Baltimore Personal Injury Case Worth?
I’ve said elsewhere that it is by far any away the most common and frequent question that I’m asked. “……. how much is my case worth?” In addition, though, it is probably the most legitimate. Someone, who, through no fault of their own, sustains personal injury at the hands of another, is immediately and unexpectedly... Read more »
What Is Fair Value of A Maryland Personal Injury Claim?
The answer to this question can expend on the audience. It goes without saying that the insurance industry as a whole has a much different opinion on the topic than those injured at the hands of a negligent actor. Two things remain true about the valuation of a personal injury case. It is one of... Read more »
How Much Will I get for my Baltimore Personal Injury Case?
Of course the most important consideration in any personal injury award is the “in your pocket” number. After attorney fees, litigation costs, outstanding medical balances, and everything else has been accounted for: “How much do you get”? There may be a lot of lip service paid to notions like “it’s not really about the money”,... Read more »
How Does Property Damage Affect the Outcome of a Personal Injury Claim?
The notion that there is a correlation between the dollar amount of property damage in a motor vehicle accident and the severity of a personal injury has some logical appeal. If a car’s front end is smashed in, then the occupants would seem to be more likely smashed as well. Even defense attorneys – who... Read more »
If I Get Hurt On Someone’s Property, Is Their Insurance Responsible for Any Injury?
A landowner is responsible for ensuring his or her property is safe. The law does not decree that a property owner is automatically responsible for all happenings on the property. Upon a showing a fault – in this instance allowing an unsafe condition to exits- a property owner may be held accountable. But a property... Read more »
What Do I Need to Win My Baltimore Personal Injury Case?
We’ve seen that the plaintiff has the obligation of carrying the day in a car accident or negligence case. In other words, they have to prove their case. The plaintiff must prove the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, that they were injured, and the amount of their damage or loss. As Attorney Eric T.... Read more »
What Are the Most Common Types of Personal Injury Lawsuits?
Personal injury law is a special area of law that enables an injured victim to receive the monetary compensation they deserve when another party’s intentional or negligent actions caused them harm. There are many different types of personal injury lawsuits that may be filed under Maryland law, but the following are the most common. Medical... Read more »
What Happens When the Insurance Company Denies My Claim?
Does the insurance company have to have a reason to fight or deny my claim? That’s another question any seasoned Baltimore car accident lawyer has heard hundreds of times, and most will tell you the practical answer is “No”, they don’t. The Maryland Insurance Code tells us it is unlawful for an insurer to deny... Read more »
Uninsured Motorist Insurance Coverage
What is uninsured motorist coverage? Uninsured Motorist coverage is considered “first party” insurance. Like health, or perhaps disability insurance, it is your insurance. You pay the premiums. You have a policy with your insurance company. Your insurance company owes you some duties of fair dealing. And, if a loss happens, you can look to your... Read more »
