Recent Case Results November 2017

Earlier this month, our litigation manager was able to settle a case that was court bound by getting the insurance company to increase their offer. Our client was involved in an accident where the defendant ran a stop sign, t-boned her, and one other person. The insurance company was claiming minimal property damage and they didn’t see her case being worth more than $4,000.00. After our litigation manager got involved and threatened to file suit, the insurance company agreed to raise their offer by $1,500.00. Our client was very pleased with her final offer and her experience with our firm. 

Maryland Live! Casino Faces Lawsuit: Man Alleges Roulette Ball Struck Eye

            A lawsuit has been filed by a Washington, D.C. man based on allegations that he was injured after a roulette ball hit his eye.  In December 2013, a Maryland Live! Employee was operating the roulette wheel and according to the man, the employee “negligently” caused the roulette ball to go airborne and hit the man’s left eye.  After injuring his eye, the man also alleges that another casino employee squeezed eye drops into his eye without his permission.  The drops then allegedly caused him to become “disoriented” and made him hit his head and become unconscious.  The Washington, D.C. man is suing the casino as well as the developer, the Cordish Companies, for $150,000.  Last week, Cordish Companies attorneys tried to get the lawsuit dismissed, but a judge denied their motion.

            

            This is certainly an interesting case because we would never expect a lawsuit arising out of a game of roulette in a casino.  Due to the alleged negligent operation of the roulette wheel, the ball went airborne and struck the plaintiff, immediately causing “sharp and severe pain” and disorientation.  A casino security guard then escorted the plaintiff to a private room to lay down, however, the guard proceeded to administer eye drops without the plaintiff’s consent.  Because of a contusion in the injured eye, the drops exacerbated the problem, causing blurriness and more pain.  The lawsuit claims, the “unwanted and willful act of placing unidentified liquid directly into Plaintiff’s eye amounted to a battery to his person done in wanton and reckless disregard for plaintiff's rights to be free of unsolicited medical treatment and/or other batteries to his person and rise therefore to the level of malice.” 

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another person or a failure to maintain safe premises please call us today at (301) 854-9000 to set up an appointment at one of our office locations located in Glen Burnie or throughout the rest of Maryland for a free case evaluation or visit us online: http://www.portnerandshure.com/Personal-Injury/Premises-Liability.shtml

Don't Forget the Helmet | MD Personal Injury Lawyer

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Yesterday, it is likely that many children woke up to a brand new bicycle, scooter, skateboard, or pair of roller blades sitting under their Christmas tree.  A helmet and other protective gear should also be included with these gifts since they can be dangerous activities when proper safety precautions are not taken.  Young children are more likely to get severe injuries to their head, arms, and legs when riding a bike, scooter, or skateboard and falling off.  Most injuries can be prevented by wearing protective gear such as helmets, elbow pads, and knee pads.  Any bicyclist who does not wear a helmet is at increased risk of head injury.  A national survey has shown that only 48% of children ages 5-14 years wore bicycle helmets when riding.  Most children find helmets to be uncomfortable and “uncool,” but they don’t realize they can also save your life by protecting your head from serious injury.  Parents and older siblings need to set a good example for the younger children by showing them that wearing a helmet is the “cool” thing to do.

            When getting your child a helmet, make sure it is the proper size and that it is tightened and secure when on their head.  Do not let your child be the one who gets seriously injured or even killed from not wearing a properly fitting helmet when riding their new bike, scooter, skateboard, or pair of roller blades.  Make sure your children are safe when playing with their new toys while riding them into the New Year.

If you or a family member has been injured as a result of a bicycle accident or suffered a personal injury and would like a free consultation contact our office at (410)  99-1515 or visit us on the web at http://www.portnerandshure.com/Personal-Injury/

Maryland Personal Injury Attorneys | Airbag Recall

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Maryland, Virginia Personal Injury Attorney: Airbag recall Affects Millions of Cars

Millions of cars from almost a dozen auto makers are affected by a serious and dangerous recall due to defective airbags. Over five million Honda vehicles could have the issue, nearly one million Toyota vehicles, almost 700,000 Nissan vehicles, and more than 600,000 BMW vehicles are affected. A significant number of Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Mazda, Mitsubishi, and Subaru vehicles are all affected. Years for these vehicles range from 2000 to 2011 depending on the specific model. The reason for the recall is due to defective inflators made by Japanese parts supplier Tanaka that explode too strongly and send metal shrapnel through the bag into people. There have been more than 100 cases where this has occurred. Some say there have been four deaths and multiple injuries. However, the government is only reporting three injuries and is continuing to investigate. Federal regulators are urging owners of these affected vehicles to
"take immediate action." 2014 has been the worst year for auto recalls in U.S. history, with more than 1 in 5 cars and trucks at risk of defects.

If you have purchased a car that has recently been recalled, take it to the dealer to get fixed. Further, you may be entitled to several legal remedies, including:

Economic damages:　you may be able to recoup lost value of the car's resale value.　You may also be able to recover for loss of use of the car

Personal injury recovery:　if the defective automobile resulted in physical injuries to you, you may be able to recover for the costs associated with the injury

Class action: If the recall has affected enough numbers of consumers, a class action lawsuit might be an available option

Manufacturer reimbursement:　Some auto manufacturers may voluntarily pay repair bills the defective product caused before the recall.

Sometimes, however, you may need to initiate litigation to be compensated for your financial as well as your physical losses. From SUV rollovers to fuel fed fires and faulty door latches, there are a variety of vehicle safety defects that can lead to severe injuries in a car crash. At Portner & Shure, we have handled these cases for over twenty years. We have the experience and technical resources to analyze your auto accident case, answer your questions, and pursue the compensation you deserve.

If you or a family member has been injured or killed as a result of a Maryland personal injury and would like a free legal consultation or if you would like more information, please feel free to contact our office at (410) 995-1515 or visit us on the web at www.portnerandshure.com

Laurel, Maryland Dog Bite Attorney

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How to Prevent Your Dog from Biting

The experienced Maryland dog bite attorney's at Portner & Shure are notorious dog lovers. In fact, we are known for our occasional Cutest Dog Photo Contests! Although we love all dogs, we understand and respect the possibility that any dog can cause an injury through biting, no matter how small or gentle we believe them to be.

Even good dogs become aggressive when their territory, food, or young are threatened. Sometimes accidentally or unknowingly stepping on or harming a dog could trigger a bite. The truth that we do not forget is that no matter how well trained or how well behaved our dogs are, the possibility of biting is always there.

Because of this, we take steps to prevent our dogs from biting:

1)      Train: This is crucial in taking control of your dog and preventing dog bites. Teaching your dog to remain composed in different settings and situations will make strides for preventing a potential lawsuit. Having an obedient dog will give you more control when your dog is feeling threatened or scared.

2)      Socialize: Exposure to other dogs and other people from a young age will teach a dog how to be comfortable around others. By exposing them do these different groups, your dog will learn how to react.

3)      Leash: In order to maintain a level of control over your dog, it is essential that you use a leash. This is especially true for large dogs.

4)      Warn: Be sure to have clear signs around your property such as "Beware of dog." Make sure the signs are clearly written and visible. This will alert passers-by that your dog is in your yard or in the vicinity.

5)      Vaccinate: If your dog does bite someone, you may face more serious punishment if your dog has not had updated rabies shots. 

If you or a family member has been injured or killed as a result of a Maryland dog bite and would like a free legal consultation or if you would like more information on dog bites please feel free to contact our office at (410) 995-1515 or visit us on the web at www.portnerandshure.com