The Difficulties of Driving Around Baltimore.

We love living here, don’t we?  Baltimore is our home and it is easy to get around…SURE IT IS!  This time of year, we urge you to package up the road rage…we have plenty to spare around these parts.  We all have places to go.  Let us pledge to get there safely as we navigate around the Baltimore area this summer.

Why is driving around here so challenging at times?

1.  It seems like everyone is discourteous.

2.  Why do these other drivers even have blinkers?

3.  Have you recently tried merging from I-95 onto 395?

4.  See the crane?  No, not the bird…the construction crane.

5.  Is that a pothole or the Grand Canyon?

When driving around Baltimore causes you or someone that you love to get into an auto accident make sure that everyone at the scene is helped.  After that, begin to think of whom will represent you in court if you have personal injury case.  May we suggest Briana Arnold a Maryland auto accident attorney.  She will aggressively fight for your side.  Call her at (410) 484-1400.

Caution on the Baltimore Beltway.

If you have lived in our area for any length of time you are all too familiar with driving the beltway around Baltimore.  It is stop and go, speed up and stop, negotiate traffic jams.  Maybe there are metropolitan areas that have it worse, but this demands our complete attention every time we negotiate the drive.

There are bottlenecks everywhere.  Thousands of commuters pour in from Hartford county alone every day.  In the next 20 years the population is estimated to increase by nearly 40% and employment may be up as much as 50%.  Unfortunately, planning for that future traffic is moving as slowly as the traffic itself!

If you or a loved one is ever involved in an accident on the Baltimore beltway there is a name that you should remember.  Briana Arnold.  Attorney Arnold is a Baltimore County area car accident attorney.  She will not hand your case off to an associate.  For aggressive, attentive defense meet Briana Arnold in her Reisterstown Road office by calling (410) 484-1400.

Why are Car Accident Deaths on the Rise?

You would think as we enter a new era in the United States that car accident fatalities would be dropping substantially.  There are much better safety regulations, supposedly better roads, and more ridesharing than America has ever seen.  However, in the latest reporting period of 2016 auto-related deaths are on the rise again.

Why so many crashes on Baltimore area roads?  One of the theories is that drivers are far more distracted now than they have ever been.  In recent years our constant companion the cell phone has been the culprit on many occasions.  Another theory is that as the economy gets stronger people hit the road more often.

So, in spite of safety features and a greater understanding of safe driving, America’s fascination with high-speed and independence continues.  If you or a loved one has been injured by a careless driver please call Baltimore area car accident attorney Briana Arnold.  Attorney Arnold will spend time with you and vigorously pursue your case.  Arrange an appointment at her Baltimore office by calling (410) 484-1400.

What is the Liability of an Uber Driver?

The landscape has certainly changed hasn’t it?  Now you have choices when “hailing a cab”.  Those choices include hiring the closest Uber driver.  Have you thought about the consequences of what recourse you would have if you were injured in an accident while sitting in the back seat during an Uber ride?

You are accepting a ride from a stranger and don’t know a thing about their background.  It’s almost like the old days of hitchhiking!  Uber drivers as well as their passengers are covered by a three-part insurance plan.  Part three is what you are interested in.  If an accident occurs while carrying a passenger Uber provides one million dollars of liability coverage.

Whenever the bad fortune of an auto accident befalls you it is imperative to know where to turn.  In the Baltimore area that answer is car accident attorney Briana Arnold.  In this new era of Uber, Lyft, and any other ride share, you need a lawyer who is on top of automobile injury law.  Call Attorney Arnold today for her personal expertise at (410) 484-1400.

Kids in Car Seats.

What is your most precious cargo when driving the highways and bi-ways of the Baltimore area?  Why, your kids of course!  We would do anything to protect them, but sometimes we become less than diligent when it comes to traveling around in our vehicles.  This is especially true this time of year when road conditions are uncertain.

We all know that a proper child safety seat significantly reduces the chance of a serious injury occurring in a crash.  The type of seat that your kids are in should be judged by their age, their size and, of course their weight.  If the seat you choose is well past the manufacture date…say 5-6 years it very well may be expired.

Choosing the correct child seat for your children is one of your most important decisions.  And remember…NEVER leave your kids in the car alone!  If a potentially defective children’s car seat has caused an injury to someone in your family, immediately call Baltimore defective car seat litigation attorney, Briana Arnold, at (410) 484-1400.

Car Accidents and the Proper Steps to Take.

Some attorneys spend tens of thousands of dollars every month on advertising asking you to call them if you have been in a car accident.  If they have that much money and time to permeate the tube I’m not so sure that they have the personal touch that it takes to defend your rights one-on-one.  Does a big multi-lawyer firm intimidate you?

At some point or points in your life you will probably be involved in a car accident.  If it is not horrifically serious you may tend to exchange phone numbers and insurance providers with the other driver and just be grateful to have walked away from the crash.  It is vitally important to assess the condition of you and any loved ones involved.  It costs nothing to consult a qualified personal injury attorney.

If an auto accident occurs on the Beltway there is a sole-practitioner who will devote her EVERY effort to get you the compensation that you deserve.  Contact Baltimore area car accident attorney Briana Arnold.  Attorney Arnold will assess your case thoroughly.  Give her a call at (410) 484-1400 for a free consultation at her office on 1777 Reisterstown Rd in Pikesville, MD.

How to Handle Your Personal Injury Claim.

Many people think that certain personal injury cases may be handled without the benefit of an attorney.  These claims come in all sizes and varieties.  Are you qualified to determine the severity and potential complications of a given P.I. case?  The injury may have occurred in your car, you may have slipped and fallen in a store, or maybe a neighborhood dog took a bite out of you.

Handling the claim on your own may bring into play the old adage “he who represents himself in court has a fool for a lawyer”.  If you mishandle your side of the case it is a bit like treating a wound without proper medical attention.  In this particular case you could be leaving thousands of dollars lying on the table…you will never know!

Personal injury is more often than not something that needs to be handled by an experienced attorney.  If you feel that you have a potential case, why not begin by contacting Baltimore area personal injury attorney Briana Arnold.  Attorney Arnold will advise you on the proper next step.  Give her a call at (410) 484-1400 for a free consultation at her office on 1777 Reisterstown Rd in Pikesville, MD.

Pedestrians vs. Vehicles in Baltimore.

It is an ongoing saga.  People think they have the right of way.  Maybe they do, but a mistake can be fatal.  The pedestrian injury and death count continues to rise nationwide and Baltimore is no exception.  At last count our fair city ranked 28th in the nation in this category.  In the last 7 years fatalities have been steadily on the rise.

Many of the deceased pedestrians nationwide were subsequently declared legally drunk.  Let’s look at the laws of physics.  45 miles per hour equals 66 feet of travel per second.  This does not even factor in the time that it takes for a human to react on both ends.  Those ends being “getting out of the way” and the time it takes to apply the brakes.

Whatever side of the equation that you or loved one may fall the results are catastrophic.  While any pedestrian accident is fresh in your mind call Baltimore pedestrian accident attorney Briana Arnold.  Attorney Arnold will represent your case as aggressively as anyone can.  Call her today for an appointment at her Baltimore office at (410) 484-1400.

Commercial Truck Accidents and You.

You are driving in your vehicle and out of nowhere a truck with a business name on the side of it sideswipes you and causes an accident.  Even if it is clear that the truck driver caused the accident, it's not always easy to figure out who is legally liable.  When is a company liable for its driver’s conduct?  This will go a long way in determining where to begin when you contact a Baltimore area car accident attorney.

There is a Latin term called "respondeat superior".  This is legalese for making the superior answer for the mishap.  Specifically, an employer is liable for the wrongful acts committed by its employees or agents.  Employers accept this responsibility as part of the cost of doing business.  They naturally have deeper pockets than the driver.

There are many other legal nuances that come into play when a company truck causes damage to your vehicle.  Make sure to obtain all of the pertinent information about the driver and the company at the scene.  The next step is to call Baltimore traffic accident lawyer Briana Arnold.  Attorney Arnold will help you obtain everything that you have coming to you.  Call her today for an appointment at her Baltimore office at (410) 484-1400.

What to do Immediately After an Auto Accident.

No one wants to think about it, but on average there are more than 6 million car accidents on American roads every year.  There are some statistics that you need to know that may be eye openers.  More than 3 million people get injured due to car accidents, with more than 2 million of these injuries deemed to be life-alternating.

About 40% of car accident fatalities occur because of a drunken driver.  About 30% of the car accident fatalities in this nation are attributed to driving above the speed limits. Which, let’s face it, most of us are guilty as charged.  And a full 3rd of car accidents are simply attributed to reckless driving.  Here is a sobering statistic, in the age group 1-30 car accidents are the leading cause of death!

If you are involved in a collision make sure everyone is ok at the scene.  Note the specific damage done to EACH vehicle and take pictures with your phone if possible.  Get the license, the insurance, names and numbers of everyone involved.  Call an attorney immediately.  That attorney should be Baltimore car accident lawyer Briana Arnold.  Attorney Arnold will help you to get on a path toward a fair and full settlement.  Call her today for an appointment at her Baltimore office at (410) 484-1400.