All drivers by law must have insurance on their vehicles and motorcycles in Maryland and throughout the United States. Despite the law, many individuals are either uninsured or underinsured. As a motorcyclist, it is important for you to carry uninsured/underinsured motorcycle coverage to protect yourself from these types of drivers. There are several things you […]
Motorcycle accidents by default can lead to high-risk injuries because of how exposed a rider can find themselves in the event of a crash. For most accidents, each party will discuss the accident, exchange information, call the police if necessary, and contact their insurance companies. However, this is not always the case, and sometimes the […]
Did you suffer an injury at work? Is your employer fighting back and trying to blame you for the accident? Is your employer saying that you weren’t that hurt and should be able to finish your medical treatment and come back to work full time. These are common tactics that workplaces use. If this sounds […]
Have you been injured in a workplace incident? Have you become ill as a result of your work? Do you need medical care due to your injuries? Have you missed work as a result of the injury or illness? If any of these apply to you, you should know how to get paid after being […]
Workers’ compensation is one of those things you don’t realize you need. That is until you need it. Every year, many Americans get injured on the job. Injuries happen all the time from unsafe work conditions, an accident, or employer negligence. It’s essential that you document everything that takes place. This helps you keep track […]
It’s never easy for either party in a divorce, especially when children are involved. If you have children, you are going to need to understand custody laws in Maryland if you want to make sense of the process. There are many details to consider if you are going to improve your chances of obtaining a […]
Zirkin and Schmerling is a leader in Maryland in auto accident law and can help you obtain the money you deserve. Never assume you don’t have a case, no matter how minor the damage may seem. A minor accident can still result in significant long-term health problems for you. Building Your Case You can still […]
Have you injured yourself or become ill due to your work? Have you already mentioned to your employer that you want to file a workers’ compensation claim? Were they not thrilled? Did they ask you to reconsider or try to bully you into stopping? Or, did they threaten that you may get fired after filing […]
When the General Assembly passes new legislation, the law will go into effect on either July 1 or October 1 of that year unless otherwise specified. So just this week, a rash of new laws went into effect. It is important to be familiar with new laws for as they say, “ignorance of the law […]
Facing a DUI charge in Maryland can be a scary experience. One of the first things that you might worry about is what will happen to your driving license. To prevent drinking and driving, Maryland has enacted some fairly aggressive laws. In particular, those convicted of a DUI will face some strict driving restrictions. Just […]
