Columbia Legal Issues Blog
What is an underride accident?Â
Car accidents involving large vehicles often put those in smaller vehicles in far greater danger. Physics simply determines that smaller vehicles tend to suffer greater damage and that extends to those riding inside of them. One of the most dangerous types of...
Will calling an ambulance lead to bankruptcy?Â
There are many stories of people refusing to call an ambulance because they do not know how they would cover the cost of a ride to a medical center. Some of them seek other means of transportation or even try to drive themselves to the hospital. But is this financial...
Medical debt can lead to bankruptcy
Medical care in the United States is expensive. Even some individuals who have decent insurance find that the co-pays, deductibles and uninsured costs are expensive. It isn’t really surprising that medical debt is the top reason why people consider either filing for...
You could have a case if you fall at a waterpark or pool
The summer is here, and it’s a great time to head to an outdoor pool or waterpark. It’s hot outside, so being able to cool down is a treat. You do need to be cautious around pools and wet surfaces, though. In a worst-case scenario, a slick area could be wet and have...
Do you qualify to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Maryland?
Even those with good jobs, a home and a strong sense of responsibility can wind up in a financially precarious position where they feel like they have to file for bankruptcy due to overwhelming debt. Of all of the different forms of personal bankruptcy available,...
Don’t think of bankruptcy as a moral decision
People sometimes avoid filing bankruptcy for the simple reason that they feel bad about it. They consider filing bankruptcy to be a moral failing -- they borrowed the money, so isn’t it wrong of them to use a financial tool that makes it so they do not have to pay the...
Are DUI checkpoints legal in Maryland?
Normally, DUI traffic stops happen when a car is in motion, a police officer sees a reason to pull the driver over and initiates a traffic stop. There is a clear set of steps that must be followed, including the officer having reasonable cause to pull the car over in...
Green lights do not always mean the intersection is safe
When your light turns green, you assume that means two things. First, the cross-traffic has stopped because they now have a red light. Second, it is safe for you to proceed into the intersection, whether you are turning or just driving through. Unfortunately,...
Head-on crash leaves 3 with serious injuries
When people are driving, it’s essential that they pay attention to what they’re doing. They should focus on their actions and make sure they watch the road for hazards. When people make mistakes, those mistakes could end up causing a serious collision that causes...
Don’t make these credit card mistakes
Mistakes with credit cards are one of the leading causes of financial trouble in the United States. Many people have multiple cards. This allows them to spend far more than they would actually make during the month. They find themselves suddenly unable to pay off all...
