Author Archives: Craig Meyers

Stay off the road on New Year’s. When I was a teenager, my parents would not let me drive or ride in a car on New Year’s eve. I thought they were being over protective, and generally they were. Nonetheless, … Continue reading →

Having defended at-fault drivers (defendants) for several years for large insurance companies, and having represented injured parties (plaintiffs) for even longer, one thing I can tell you is that accidents don’t just happen.  A motor vehicle generally collision occurs when … Continue reading →

In addition to motor vehicle collisions, another type of case commonly seen by personal injuries attorneys is the “slip and fall.”  First, I don’t call them slips and falls; that is too general and carries a negative connotation with some … Continue reading →

Are you affected by TORT REFORM?  The short answer is “yes.”  We all are, but how do you know?  I know because my clients keep apologizing to me when you come into my office.  It is very common for me … Continue reading →

          One of the phrases that I hear at trial and at depositions that makes me cringe is:  “That was so long ago.”  Everyone says it: Plaintiffs, Defendants, witnesses, everyone.  It doesn’t matter what the person’s role in the case … Continue reading →

          It has not been an easy few weeks for the autotort practitioner or motorists in Maryland.  A few cases have come down from the appellate courts that have left a stinging sensation in their wake.  The first is one … Continue reading →

Check for life threatening injuries.  This includes you, your passengers, and the other vehicle.  Call 911 if anyone requires emergency assistance. Make sure you are in a safe location.  Pull off to the shoulder, or walk to an area of … Continue reading →

            The wife’s case was a bit more difficult than the husband’s.  Although she felt pain immediately in her neck and shoulder, she did not go to the emergency.  When the pain increased the following day, she figured Advil and … Continue reading →

 As you recall, we were following a husband and wife involved in a motor vehicle accident.  The husband had immediate pain in his neck at the scene of the accident.  The pain was not severe so he decided to go … Continue reading →