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Motor vehicle accidents can range from minor fender benders to catastrophic collisions, each presenting unique challenges and potential risks to those involved. One crucial safety feature designed to mitigate the impact of a crash is the deployment of airbags. However, many drivers and passengers may wonder just how serious a motor vehicle accident must be […]
Getting a ticket can often be a frustrating experience. Sure, you may have exceeded the posted limit by a few miles per hour, but you probably weren’t the fastest driver out there; you were just the one who got caught. A speeding ticket can set your day back and tarnish a clean driving record if […]
If you have been given a speeding ticket in Maryland, you may consider hiring a traffic violations lawyer to help you fight the ticket or negotiate a plea bargain. However, before doing so, it is essential to understand how much lawyers typically charge for speeding ticket cases. Fee structures may entail flat fees, hourly fees, […]
Maryland is notorious for implementing speed cameras throughout the state, especially in areas that are under heavy construction. The goal is simple: to reduce the speed of vehicles in advance of and through work zones to prevent crashes and save lives. There are 17 different active radar cameras located in construction zones across the state […]
Have you ever received a traffic ticket and paid it outright, or have you ever gone to court for a traffic offense and been found guilty? If you answered yes to either question, chances are you have points on your license. Point accumulation on your driver’s license is highly unfavorable, as it can lead to […]
You may lose your Maryland driver’s license after a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI), but many people wonder how long their license will be suspended. It depends on several factors, such as how much alcohol was in your system, previous convictions, and whether you refused to take a breathalyzer test. There are steps […]
In Maryland, commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders who are convicted of a DUI offense are subject to severe penalties which can significantly affect their ability to earn a living. The repercussions of a DUI conviction for commercial drivers are far more stringent than those for holders of regular driver’s licenses. The consequences go beyond just […]
In the state of Maryland, negligent driving is one of the most commonly cited offenses. It should come as no surprise that being negligent while behind the wheel of a car is very dangerous, leading to thousands of accidents per year. In fact, data from the Maryland Department of Transportation shows that there were 95,562 automobile […]
Having the ability to drive is both a privilege and a responsibility. People travel, go to work, and run errands throughout each day. Maryland has more than 4.3 million licensed drivers, and a way to keep drivers safe is through enforcing traffic laws and regulations. The driver’s license point system is one of the ways the […]
Although New Year’s Eve is one of the most exciting holidays, it is also a notorious day for accidents. In 2019, 28% of traffic fatalities were due to alcohol-impaired drivers, but this number jumps to 36% of traffic fatalities during this end-of-year holiday. At the Law Office of Hillel Traub, our experienced DUI attorneys know that even a […]
