In Maryland, wrongful death claims allow the family or representatives of someone who has died due to another person’s negligence or wrongful act to seek compensation. Understanding who can file this claim is essential for protecting your legal rights. Here, you can...
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Wrongful death law helps families that lose stay-at-home parents
Families depend on the contributions of each member to manage the household. When someone unexpectedly and tragically dies, the whole family may have to make adjustments to their schedules and lifestyles. Losing a wage-earner in the family can be devastating, as the...
Driver killed in crash, family may file wrongful death actions
A fatal accident in Maryland is currently being investigating by law enforcement officials. According to a recent report, a crash between a motorcyclist and a car resulted in the death of the motorcycle operator. The victim's surviving family members may be entitled...
Maryland wrongful death: 1 dead following hit-and-run accident
A recent hit-and-run accident in Maryland claimed the life of one young man. This individual was apparently helping another motorist when he was struck by a passing vehicle. Police are still looking for the driver believed responsible for this incident. When found,...
Settlement reached in wrongful death suit after tram accident
Following the tragic death of a Maryland man in 2013, a law was passed to regulate the safety of cliffside trams. The Jock Menzies Act requires the registration of trams with the state and inspections every two years. Authorities are concerned because, since the...
Maryland woman killed by bus, wrongful death claim possible
Police in are investigating an accident that claimed the life of a Maryland woman. The incident in question reportedly occurred during the second week of June. If the driver believed responsible is found to have been negligent in causing the crash, the victim's...
Maryland wrongful death: Pregnancy-related maternal death
Pregnancy brings out a variety of emotions for expectant mothers and fathers. The impending arrival of a new family member can be exciting, bringing hope for the future, but the worries about a baby's health and a myriad of other potential complications can also be...
Wrongful death claim possible following fatal crash in Maryland
A woman is dead and a young man in police custody following a fatal crash in Maryland. Police believe the driver responsible for this auto-pedestrian accident may have been impaired at the time of the collision. Depending on the facts of the case, the victim's...
Why file a wrongful death claim and who is eligible to file?
Most people have heard the words wrongful death claim, but they may not understand what this type of claim can be filed for or who is eligible to bring this type of claim to court. Simply put, a wrongful death claim may be filed when a person's life is ended due to...
Fatal accidents in Maryland may lead to wrongful death claims
Car accidents occur on a regular basis across the state. While the vast majority of these accidents may be considered minor fender benders, there are those that, sadly, have fatal consequences. Surviving family members of victims who have been killed in a fatal car...