What Clients are Saying January 2018

I am very pleased with the work Portner and Shure did for my husband's case. I especially loved how Ms. Jung was very attentive and precise at handling our case throughout this whole process. I will definitely come back to portner and shure for sure!!

This case was handled out of our Columbia, MD office by our Paralegal, Ms. Heather Jung

What Clients are Saying November 2017

Since day one of handling my case Claudia Hernadez has been amazing and very helpful. She has made this entire process easy and stress free. They were amazing and I could not have asked for a better Paralegal.

This case was handled by our paralegal, Claudia Hernandez, who works out of our Columbia, MD office.

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 Car Accident Attorney | Holiday Travel

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Highest Holiday Travel Volume in Maryland since 2001

During the holiday window of December 23rd to January 4th, more than 2.1 million Marylanders will travel for the holidays, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic.  This is almost a 5% increase over last year’s holiday period.  The nation as a whole is projecting over 98 million Americans to travel this year for the holidays.  The main reasons for the increase can be attributed to significantly lower gas prices compared to previous years, stronger consumer confidence, and a “longer holiday window.”

Of the 2.1 million Marylanders, 1.9 million will be driving, which is also an increase compared to last year.  Drivers must be careful when driving, especially with the predicted heavy traffic of cars on the road and the threat of a storm for the Eastern half of the country around the Christmas time period.  Maryland drivers need to remember to drive safely and cautiously whether roads become wet from rain, ice, or snow.  Distracted drivers are just as dangerous, so avoid texting and driving.  Accidents are never a good thing, especially during the holidays when everyone is trying to get to their destination to spend time with family.

If you do find yourself in the unfortunate situation of being in an accident, here are three things you should know:

1.    Do Not Speak
It is important to understand that when the insurance company calls to speak with you, they are working to reduce their exposure. This means that the information that you give them is information that can be used against you. As a lay person, you may not realize what kind of information is harmful or helpful to your case. Because of this, it is essential that you find the help of an experienced Maryland automobile accident attorney who can advise you. Furthermore, a car accident lawyer can speak to the insurance company for you so that you will not make the mistake of revealing too much information. Not speaking to the insurance company is especially important for those who do not speak English fluently or speak English as a second language. The insurance company may take advantage of the language barrier to obtain information they can use against you.

2.    Focus on Treatment
When you are treating for your injuries, you must listen to the advice of your doctor. Do not attempt self-diagnosis or stop treatment before your doctor advises you to discontinue treatment. Some clients make the mistake of ending their treatment process early and later discover that they are not fully recovered. By this time, it may be too late for those clients to make a claim for the treatment they subsequently receive. Do not make this mistake and risk your claim. Instead, listen to the advice of your doctor.

3.    Do Not Rush
The settlement process takes time. Our experienced Maryland car accident attorneys are skilled in negotiation. Oftentimes, this includes waiting out the insurance company to obtain the top offer. Because of this, it is important for clients to be patient and allow the attorney to obtain the most for your claim.

If you or a family member has been injured or killed in an automobile accident, truck, bus or motorcycle accident, and would like a free legal consultation or if you would like more information on car accidents please feel free to contact our office at (301) 854-9000 or visit us on the web at http://www.portnerandshure.com/Auto-Accidents









From our family to yours, Happy Holidays and please drive safe!

Maryland Auto Accident Attorneys | Car Crash MD

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How Dangerous Road Conditions Can Lead to Car Accidents

1.  Potholes/Uneven Road Surfaces: Uneven road surfaces and pot holes can cause cars, motorcycles, or trucks to lose control, especially on a highway.  Uneven roads are usually the result of repairing roadways where one lane has a new surface and the other lanes do not.  Motorcyclists are in the most danger in these situations because it is very easy to lose control of a two-wheeled vehicle.  Pot holes are just as dangerous as uneven surfaces.  Depending on the size of the pot hole, cars are subject to damage to tires and wheel alignment.  In addition, as drivers try to avoid potholes in the roads, it can lead to accidents.


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   Expansion Joints: Expansion joints are parts that connect bridges and overpasses to the actual roadway.  These joints can create an uneven surface and become very slippery in wet weather.  Slippery expansion joints are a common cause of accidents on bridges and overpasses.  The uneven surface created from the joints is also dangerous for motorcycles because drivers can easily lose control or have difficulty stopping quickly on them.

   
   


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   Unpaved Roadways: Unpaved roadways, especially those with gravel, can easily lead to accidents.  One example is when these unpaved roads are not properly maintained and severe undulations develop, making driving quite treacherous.  Another example is when it rains or snows and these surfaces become muddy and uneven, making driving difficult due to visibility problems from mud spraying up.

   
   


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   Debris: Debris on roads is a very common occurrence, especially on well-travelled roads like highways.  Common examples include cargo falling off of trucks, strips of rubber from tire blowouts, car accident debris, road work materials, rocks, large tree branches, and animal carcasses.  Each county is responsible for removing these dangerous obstacles from the roadways to prevent accidents.  However, when these items are not removed in a timely manner, accidents occur when drivers hit these objects or try to avoid them.

   
   


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   Slippery Surfaces: Slippery surfaces are the most common cause of automobile, truck, and motorcycle accidents.  Some causes of slippery roadways include: painted surfaces, wet leaves, snow, ice, standing water, spilled oil, and mud.  As we move into winter, more and more leaves will fall on to roadways, thereby making driving more treacherous when it rains or snows.  Motorists tend to forget to drive cautiously in wet weather and should slow down to protect their own safety and the safety of others.

   
   


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   Animals: Maryland is filled with many different types of animals, and sometimes these animals run into the streets in front of cars.  Many rural areas are affected by animals such as deer, foxes, raccoons, squirrels, chipmunks, and rabbits.  Deer are especially dangerous to drivers because they cannot see anything when headlights are shining directly at them, and oftentimes, they will dart out in the road unexpectedly.  Our clients in Owings Mills, Towson, Frederick, Rockville, and Columbia are most prone to accidents caused by deer and other animals.

   
   

Cities and counties are expected to keep their roads safe.  When they fail to do that and their negligence leads to a car, truck, or motorcycle accidents, victims may have a legal claim to seek compensation for injuries, losses, and damages.  It is important that if you are involved in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident that you hire an experienced Maryland car accident attorney who can uncover all liable parties and fight for full compensation.

If you or a family member has been injured or killed in an automobile accident, truck, bus or motorcycle accident, and would like a free legal consultation or if you would like more information on car accidents please feel free to contact our office at (301) 854-9000 or visit us on the web at www.portnerandshure.com