Depo-Provera is a contraceptive injection, often referred to as the “birth control shot,” that has been available for many years. Recent scientific research has linked Depo-Provera to an increased risk of brain tumors. Women who used Depo-Provera and later developed a brain tumor may be eligible to file product liability…
Pictures often become pivotal pieces of evidence in personal injury cases, especially in car and truck accident litigation. But how those photos are used—and whether they can be tied to the plaintiff’s injuries—can significantly sway a case. This page is a guide to admitting photos into evidence. Our focus here…
On this page, we will look at the settlement payout value of truck accident personal injury cases. Truck Accident Settlement Statistics A recent Jury Verdict Research study of trucking accidents found that truck accident victims recover damages in 60% of personal injury trials and receive a median compensatory award of…
In a new unreported Maryland Appellate Court opinion, the court reversed the trial court’s reduction of damages in a liposuction medical malpractice lawsuit. We will also look at recent liposuction settlements and verdicts. Facts of Blackston v. Doctor’s Weight Loss Centers This is a somewhat rare case where malpractice occurs…
Firefighting foam (aqueous film-forming foam “AFFF”)) is a chemical product that has been used for years by firemen and in other commercial applications to extinguish fires. However, various studies have recently shown that chronic use or exposure to firefighting can cause certain types of cancer. This discovery has led to…
Miller & Zois’ clergy sexual abuse lawyers help victims of sexual abuse committed by clergy who abused their authority in the worst way imaginable. These lawsuits are against not only church officials but against the churches themselves. The crimes committed in sexual abuse cases do more than violate Maryland law. …
This post is about calculating wrongful death settlement compensation payouts in Maryland. Our lawyers have handled scores of wrongful death malpractice lawsuits in Maryland and have developed a strong sense for what settlement amounts and jury payouts you can expect if you have a claim. Wrongful Death Malpractice Settlement Amounts…
Pressure cookers have been causing devastating harm to their users. This has led to defective pressure cooker injury lawsuits. Our lawyers are handling pressure cooker injury claims not only in Maryland but around the country. With over 53 million Americans owning some brand of a pressure cooker, the safety of…
Medical malpractice cases involving a stroke can be a challenge. Stroke cases are difficult to prove. Are there viable cases? Absolutely. On this page, we will look at medical malpractice cases involving stroke diagnostic errors and the average settlement value of these cases. This post is for lawyers who are…
On this page we will look at tort cases involving severe leg injuries and the average settlement and verdict payouts in these cases. Types of Severe Leg Injuries Severe leg injuries encompass a range of conditions, obviously. When our lawyers use the term, we are talking about leg injuries that…