With the unpredictability of life, how can one ensure that their assets will go to their desired recipients? Additionally, if they have minor children, how may they secure their kids’ future in case they suffer an untimely passing? Such situations point to the significance of having a last will and testament. According to the Maryland Register of Wills, a will is among the most important legal documents because it directs the distribution of a deceased’s assets. It can also list the deceased’s nominated guardian for their minor children. But what forms of recording a will are acceptable? Valid ..read more

Driving safely requires constant vigilance, and that includes consistently maintaining a safe distance from the car in front. This is where the 3-second rule comes into play. This rule is a simple technique to measure a safe following distance from the vehicle in front of you. As a driver, you must follow this rule to avoid accidents. How the 3-second rule works Here’s how it works: Choose a stationary object on the road ahead, like a lamppost or a billboard. If the rear of the car in front of you passes that object, start counting “one thousand one, one thousand two, one thousand three.” If y ..read more

Maryland may not sound like a center of agricultural business, but the state has about 12,500 farms. Agribusiness is booming in Maryland, but workers still face the same risks their counterparts in other states do. Common agriculture injuries The agriculture industry is vital to Maryland’s economy, but it comes with its share of risks. Workers in this sector face a variety of hazards that can lead to serious injuries. These are: Overexertion and musculoskeletal injuries: Repetitive tasks, lifting heavy loads and awkward postures can overexert muscles. Common issues include back injuries, sprai ..read more

In the immediate aftermath of a motor vehicle accident, it is common to feel confused and disoriented. The shock of the event may still be affecting you and clouding your ability to think clearly or respond as you normally would. However, you must be extra careful with what you say to the other driver or anyone who might attempt to talk to you about the crash. Anything that sounds like an apology In the moments following a collision, the natural human inclination is to express concern and sympathy. It can lead you to say something as simple as “I’m sorry.” However, these two words carry legal ..read more

Some jobs require employees to use a vehicle as part of their routine. An employee has many opportunities to operate a motor vehicle. It might be for a food delivery service, hauling cargo or transporting other workers – these are all performed as part of work. However, driving as part of the job also opens employees to the usual road risks of accidents and collisions. This begs the question: If an employee is injured in a motor vehicle accident while driving in a commercial vehicle, are they eligible for workers’ compensation? Eligibility for workers’ comp Under Maryland law, if you’re involv ..read more

When a tragic accident prematurely ends the life of a loved one, the family left behind may face more than immediate grief. Many feel the pinch of today’s increasing cost of living, but they are often unaware of how expensive the cost of dying can be. In most cases, a wrongful death accident can leave families financially unprepared, adding distress to an already difficult time. Medical and funeral expenses Life-threatening accidents often demand complex procedures and advanced equipment. If a loved one was hospitalized before departing, the charges associated with their stay can add up to an ..read more

Following a serious car accident, your life can feel chaotic. You might have several medical appointments to keep, you might be forced to find new ways to live your daily life on account of your injuries, and you’ll probably have to find ways to cope with the emotional and psychological trauma that’s been caused to you. As if that’s not enough, the financial strain associated with your recovery can feel like a vise grip on your stability and your future. Dealing with that pressure can be challenging, to say the least, but there are steps that you can take to stabilize yourself. The most obviou ..read more

Whether traversing crowded city streets or fast-moving highways, commuters around Washington, D.C., often find themselves battling hazards while behind the wheel. This could be as simple as taking a sip of morning coffee or succumbing to a satisfying yawn after a hard day’s work. Unfortunately, actions like this can pull a driver’s focus and attention from the task at hand – safely navigating commuter traffic. The dangers of drowsy driving Drivers can often find themselves struggling while behind the wheel during either a morning commute or an evening commute. Either of these situations could ..read more

Being single affords more freedom, yet it is also crucial to consider potential situations where disability or illness makes managing personal affairs impossible. Although it is often associated with the affluent, aging adults or those with large families, estate planning is equally advantageous for unmarried individuals. As an increasing number of people embrace the single life, estate planning plays a crucial role in safeguarding assets and ensuring personal preferences are honored. Here are three major ways estate planning can benefit single individuals: Increases control over assets Maryla ..read more

While the human ear can pick up various sounds, it’s also vulnerable to loud noises. Sufficiently loud sounds can even cause noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Although it’s possible to suffer NIHL from exposure to loud sounds in daily life, those whose work involves high-intensity industrial noise – such as construction workers, concert production staff and airport runway crew – are at higher risk of exposure. Occupational deafness is a real problem; the Centers for Disease Control estimated that about 22 million workers are exposed to potentially damaging work noise annually. Fortunately, wo ..read more