Contributory Negligence Laws in Maryland | The Jaklitsch Law Group August 29, 2018 | lmsXpect3 How Maryland Contributory Negligence Laws May Affect Your Case Contributory negligence is a term that the average Maryland resident has likely never heard of. However, once you’ve found yourself in the middle of a personal injury case, this term may become devastatingly familiar. Contributory negligence is a defense tool. In the event that… Read More
Compensatory Vs. Punitive Damages | The Jaklitsch Law Group August 29, 2018 | lmsXpect3 Understanding the Differences Between Compensatory and Punitive Damages. If you have sustained a personal injury as a result of negligence on the part of another, you are entitled to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for your injuries. But exactly what type of compensation can you expect to receive? In the… Read More
Texas Appeals Court Rejects Malpractice Claim Arising from $20M Arbitration Loss August 22, 2018 | lmsXpect3 The Texas Fourth District Court of Appeals rejected a plaintiff’s attempt to revive his malpractice lawsuit against two lawyers who previously represented him in an arbitration proceeding. Self-represented Plaintiff Missed Critical Deadline to Identify Expert Witness. On August 8, 2018, the Texas Fourth District Court of Appeals in San Antonio declined to reinstate a legal malpractice lawsuit… Read More
The State of Maryland Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over I-95 Police Chase August 22, 2018 | lmsXpect3 Officials from the Maryland Transportation Authority have settled a wrongful death lawsuit for $900,000. The case stems from a deadly 2015 police pursuit crash that occurred on Interstate 95. In December 2015, a 52-year-old woman named; Sonjia Johnson-Baker; tragically died in an automobile accident. The incident occurred on Interstate 95; just outside of White Marsh,… Read More
USA Today: When should seniors stop driving? And having “the talk” with them August 14, 2018 | lmsXpect3 Most older drivers never talk to a medical professional or family members about their ability to drive safely, according to a new study. But that needs to change, according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, a nonprofit research and educational arm of insurance and travel giant AAA. The foundation is urging family members to have discussions… Read More
We’re #1: August 6, 2018 | lmsXpect3 The Jaklitsch Law Group has been selected Best Personal Injury Trial Law Firm 2018-USA!! That’s right— #1 in the entire country!!! Now You know why everyone calls us THE BIG DOGS!! We are so honored. Thank you. www.jaklitschlawgroup.com… Read More
DoSomething.org: 10 Facts About Texting and Driving July 31, 2018 | lmsXpect3 5 seconds is the minimal amount of attention that a driver who texts takes away from the road. If traveling at 55 mph, this equals driving the length of a football field without looking at the road. Texting makes a crash up to 23 times more likely. Teens who text while driving spend 10% of… Read More
Cars.com: Motorcycle, Bicycle Deaths Spike in Summer: Tips for Sharing the Road June 12, 2018 | lmsXpect3 Summer is in full swing, which means it’s time for many motorists to trade four wheels for two. But as more motorcycle and bicycle riders take to the streets, collision fatalities tend to increase. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 60 percent of motorcycle crash fatalities and 51 percent of bicycle crash… Read More
How-To Geek: How to Prevent Your Child From Texting and Driving May 9, 2018 | lmsXpect3 There comes a time in every parent’s life when they have to face reality: one day, your little one is going to grow, mature, and learn to drive. It’s scary. Here are some tips to help keep their eyes off their phone and on the road. When it comes down to it, keeping your kids… Read More
How Much Compensation Should You Ask For? April 30, 2018 | lmsXpect3 If you’ve been injured in a car crash that wasn’t your fault, you’re entitled to seek compensation. But how much? While there’s no magic formula to find the exact dollar amount you deserve and can win if the case goes to court, some factors affect your case more than others. Generally, if your personal injury… Read More