A Montgomery County Police Captain is urging Maryland lawmakers to support a bill that would require anyone who rides in a car in Maryland to wear a seat belt. The official’s 15 year old son was killed in a car accident two years ago. The bill is being heard in a House committee, according to myfoxdc.com.
Under the law, car passengers in Maryland could receive a $25 ticket for failing to buckle up. The police officer could use discretion in deciding whether to ticket the driver, the passenger or passengers, or both. Police officers would be allowed to pull over vehicles for the sole reason that someone in the car is not buckled in. Currently, there are already 20 states, plus the District of Columbia, that require anyone who rides in a car to wear a seat belt.
Seat belt use is at an all-time high in this country, with about 88 percent of people buckling up regularly. However, some groups are still less likely to wear seat belts, including teens. Studies have shown that seat belts are the single best traffic safety device for preventing death or injury, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Seat belt use can reduce the risk of crash injuries by 50 percent.
Have you been injured in a Maryland automobile accident caused by a negligent driver? If so, you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Call the Maryland car accident attorneys at Alpert Schreyer, LLC today at 301-932-9997 for a free consultation about your accident. Our personal injury lawyers are dedicated to helping our clients hold negligent parties liable.
Showing posts with label Car Accident. Show all posts
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Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Teenager Dies from Injuries Sustained in Maryland Car Accident
Tragically, a Maryland teen was recently killed after suffering serious injuries in a car crash, according to The Baltimore Sun.
The 18-year-old female was in the front passenger seat of a Chevy Cobalt, which was being driven by a 19-year-old male. Accident investigators believe that the Cobalt was traveling south, crossed the road’s center line and struck a Chevy truck head-on. Neither of the teens was wearing a seat belt. However, the vehicles front airbags deployed. The female passenger was trapped and had to be rescued from the vehicle. Both she and the driver were taken to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead the next morning.
The driver of the Chevy truck was wearing a seat belt. He was treated at a hospital and released. Charges may be filed against the driver of the Cobalt. In November of last year, he was found guilty of speeding.
It’s hard not to wonder if the accident would have killed the passenger and injured the driver if both people had been wearing their seat belts. Seat belt use is at an all-time high in this country, with about 88 percent of people buckling up regularly. However, some groups are still less likely to wear seat belts, including teens. Studies have shown that seat belts are the single best traffic safety device for preventing death or injury, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Seat belt use can reduce the risk of crash injuries by 50 percent.
Have you been injured in a car accident in Maryland? If so, you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries and related losses. Call the southern Maryland car accident attorneys at Alpert Schreyer, LLC today at 301-932-9997 for a free consultation on your accident case.
The 18-year-old female was in the front passenger seat of a Chevy Cobalt, which was being driven by a 19-year-old male. Accident investigators believe that the Cobalt was traveling south, crossed the road’s center line and struck a Chevy truck head-on. Neither of the teens was wearing a seat belt. However, the vehicles front airbags deployed. The female passenger was trapped and had to be rescued from the vehicle. Both she and the driver were taken to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead the next morning.
The driver of the Chevy truck was wearing a seat belt. He was treated at a hospital and released. Charges may be filed against the driver of the Cobalt. In November of last year, he was found guilty of speeding.
It’s hard not to wonder if the accident would have killed the passenger and injured the driver if both people had been wearing their seat belts. Seat belt use is at an all-time high in this country, with about 88 percent of people buckling up regularly. However, some groups are still less likely to wear seat belts, including teens. Studies have shown that seat belts are the single best traffic safety device for preventing death or injury, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Seat belt use can reduce the risk of crash injuries by 50 percent.
Have you been injured in a car accident in Maryland? If so, you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries and related losses. Call the southern Maryland car accident attorneys at Alpert Schreyer, LLC today at 301-932-9997 for a free consultation on your accident case.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Maryland Police Officer Crashes into Pole after Hitting Ice Patch
A police officer from Prince George’s County was recently injured after he lost control of his car, causing him to crash into a telephone pole, according to MyFoxDC.com. The single-vehicle wreck occurred on Steel Road in Clinton. The police officer was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
With all the snow and ice the Maryland area has been experiencing this winter, many motorists are forced to drive during less than optimal conditions, which has resulted in many Maryland car accidents. There are some measures you can take to increase your odds of staying safe on the road over the winter season. First, you should winterize your vehicle. Check your tires and tire pressure, battery, brakes, exhaust system, heater and defroster, and wipers. Make sure that you have at least half a tank of gas when traveling.
If the roads are slippery due to ice or snow, drive about half the posted speed limit or less. Don’t follow other cars too closely. When you have to stop, avoid any sudden steering wheel movements. Pump the brakes gently, or if you have anti-lock brakes, apply steady pressure to the brakes. Try to keep your windows and windshield clear. Avoid the temptation to drive before your windows are defrosted. Remain alert at all times, and watch for dangerous spots ahead on the road. Remember, ice could still be on bridges and overpasses even though the roads are clear.
Have you been involved in a car crash in Maryland this winter due to someone else’s poor driving in snow and ice? If so, contact the Maryland car accident injury attorneys at Alpert Schreyer, LLC at 301-932-9997 for a free consultation.
With all the snow and ice the Maryland area has been experiencing this winter, many motorists are forced to drive during less than optimal conditions, which has resulted in many Maryland car accidents. There are some measures you can take to increase your odds of staying safe on the road over the winter season. First, you should winterize your vehicle. Check your tires and tire pressure, battery, brakes, exhaust system, heater and defroster, and wipers. Make sure that you have at least half a tank of gas when traveling.
If the roads are slippery due to ice or snow, drive about half the posted speed limit or less. Don’t follow other cars too closely. When you have to stop, avoid any sudden steering wheel movements. Pump the brakes gently, or if you have anti-lock brakes, apply steady pressure to the brakes. Try to keep your windows and windshield clear. Avoid the temptation to drive before your windows are defrosted. Remain alert at all times, and watch for dangerous spots ahead on the road. Remember, ice could still be on bridges and overpasses even though the roads are clear.
Have you been involved in a car crash in Maryland this winter due to someone else’s poor driving in snow and ice? If so, contact the Maryland car accident injury attorneys at Alpert Schreyer, LLC at 301-932-9997 for a free consultation.
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