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Category Archives: Personal Injury

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Accidents With Firearms And Kids

By Hammad S. Matin |

Here’s a startling statistic: more children die because of guns than because of cancer in the United States.  Nearly 20 children under the age of 12 have died as of January 17, 2023, along with nearly 80 more youth aged 12-17. The injuries to kids in these groups tops 200. Throughout America, the number… Read More »

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Getting The Best Possible Settlement In Your Personal Injury Case

By Hammad S. Matin |

If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may be so overwhelmed with the recovery that the last thing you want to think about is chasing down a settlement to pay for your medical bills and other expenses related to the incident.  That’s why, now more than ever, you need the assistance of an… Read More »

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Whiplash Injuries

By Hammad S. Matin |

Chronic, unrelenting pain: that is how many victims of whiplash describe their situation. Whether it was from a physical attack, a fall, or a sports injury, or a rear-ender, a neck strain or sprain can be tremendously painful.  Universally referred to as whiplash, this type of injury can be treated and improved within just… Read More »

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Intersection Dangers

By Hammad S. Matin |

George Bernard Thomas Jr.’s life was cut short when a dramatic collision sent his vehicle plummeting over the guardrails on U.S. 301, landing unceremoniously at the bottom of a ditch. He was pronounced dead at the scene.  Thomas had been navigating a left turn in an intersection when another vehicle smashed into the driver’s… Read More »

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Hit And Run Accidents

By Hammad S. Matin |

No accident is a good thing, but perhaps the most infuriating kinds of accidents involve hit and run drivers who cause property damage, personal injury, and sometimes even death, only to scurry away without accepting responsibility or offering assistance.  If you have been the victim of a hit and run accident that has resulted… Read More »

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Maryland Dog Attacks

By Hammad S. Matin |

Imagine walking along and suddenly being confronted by two dogs, 50-70 pounds apiece.  What would you do?  One Prince George’s County man attempted to escape by climbing on a parked car.  But the dogs were tenacious and dragged him back out to the middle of the street, one dog on each side mauling him,… Read More »

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Premises Liability After A Physical Attack

By Hammad S. Matin |

Imagine this hypothetical situation: on a pleasant evening after work, you and a few colleagues stop by a local tavern for a few drinks after work.  After a period of time, there is a verbal altercation between some of the patrons, and one of them seems to think you have something to do with… Read More »

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Medical Malpractice: Opioids

By Hammad S. Matin |

The opioid epidemic has been well documented across the country.  More and more, we are hearing about lawsuits against prescribing physicians who recklessly lead patients to addiction, and sometimes even overdose. Case in Point  One important case involved Dr. George Blatti, who is accused of prescribing opiates to patients he’d never met, or, in… Read More »

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Recompense For Scaffolding Accidents

By Hammad S. Matin |

Buildings are going up everywhere in Maryland. Construction is a boom industry—but it’s not without its hazards.  Sadly, far too many accidents involving scaffolding lead to serious injuries or death.  If you or a loved one is one of the unlucky victims of a scaffolding accident, a local experienced personal injury attorney may be… Read More »

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Who Is Liable For Children’s Injuries After Signing A Waiver?

By Hammad S. Matin |

Many kids these days participate in local sports leagues, classes, or regional teams. As parents, we sign ‘em up, sign the papers, and look forward to cheering them on as they practice and compete, building their skills and developing confidence along the way. But when an injury occurs, the focus shifts from supporting our… Read More »

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