At our firm, we represent people whose lives are turned upside down in a moment, often while walking, biking, or otherwise navigating roads designed for cars. One of the most important, and often misunderstood, legal principles affecting these cases is Maryland’s Boulevard Rule A recent court… Read More
Maryland remains one of only four states that still has a contributory negligence law, which is a legal doctrine that bars an injured person from recovering any damages if they are even 1% at fault in an accident or injury. While this harsh and outdated rule… Read More
Have you been in a car accident and now the insurance company is reaching out to you, offering you some fast money? That might sound like a good thing, but be careful. There are several things you need to know before you decide to close out… Read More
While most commercial drivers care tremendously about safety and take their responsibilities operating large vehicles seriously, our truck accident lawyers have routinely seen examples of shocking behaviors leading up to some catastrophic crashes. In many cases, the negligent truck driver repeatedly ignored important safety requirements or… Read More
Today the Maryland Senate Finance Committee held a hearing on important new legislation introduced by Sen. Jill Carter, which will provide critical protections for front-line Maryland workers diagnosed with COVID-19. Following a work injury in Maryland, workers' compensation benefits provide lost wages and continuing income while… Read More
As we all continue to deal with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the auto accident lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are still working and available to help if you or a loved one have been injured by the negligence of another driver. [form id='7' title='AUTO ACCIDENT… Read More
With the holiday season gearing up and 2019 coming to a close, there is no better way to end the year than by giving back to your community. This past Monday, Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. was proud to be a sponsor for Raven's defensive back Anthony… Read More
Pennsylvania state officials have shut down the Glen Mills School, amid reports of mistreatment and abuse at the reform school. Lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are now evaluating potential school abuse lawsuits for boys who attended the Glen Mills reform school, and may be entitled… Read More
Earlier this week, in a feature for "Mid-Day Maryland", on ABC's WMAR Channel 2 in Baltimore, I had the opportunity to sit down and discuss the importance of contacting a lawyer following a personal injury, even if you are not sure whether assistance is needed. Every… Read More
Earlier this month, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a new report that highlights the importance of more public education on the risks of children riding in cars unrestrained or improperly restrained, indicating that implementation strategies may greatly reduce the risk of… Read More
