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Even if your eyes are still on the road, Maryland law still considers driving and talking on the phone as a distraction. Maryland law defines distracted driving as any activity that diverts attention from driving. If you’re talking on the phone, you’re focusing on the conversation and not what’s going on around you. Driving requires […]
The car-buying process should be straightforward, but dishonest dealership practices can complicate what should be a simple transaction. Fraudulent tactics, like hiding information about the car’s history or inflating financing terms, can lead to financial losses and unnecessary stress. If you were exploited by a car dealership, you may be able to take legal action […]
Yes, you can sue a car dealer for selling a recalled or unsafe vehicle, depending on your state’s laws and the specific circumstances of your case. When dealers knowingly sell vehicles with active safety recalls or misrepresent a vehicle’s safety status, they may be violating state consumer protection laws, committing fraud, or breaching their warranty […]
Drivers who have had a bad experience with law enforcement, even incidents not involving physical injuries, may wonder if there is legal recourse for violations of your legal rights during a traffic stop. Violations of rights cases are serious, and gathering compelling evidence is essential to strengthening the validity of your claims. Lawsuits against police […]
In recent years, electric bikes, or e-bikes, have gained popularity as a convenient and eco-friendly alternative to transportation. With their rising popularity, questions have emerged about the legality of riding an electric bike for individuals barred from driving in Maryland. Maryland State Law regulates e-bikes under MD Transp Code § 11-104 (2019), which classifies them as […]
If you have been charged with a DUI in Maryland, you will receive breath testing to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). During this time, you have the right to request an independent blood test. The results from this test can be crucial in contesting your charges. The experienced lawyer at The Law Office of […]
Many drivers lose their license for driving under the influence, refusing to take a breath test, or accumulating too many points on their license. However, Maryland drivers may also lose their driving privileges for failing to pay child support. The state’s Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) and Child Support Enforcement Administration (CSEA) work together to collect child support […]
Driving slower than the flow of traffic may seem safer, but driving too slowly can be just as dangerous as speeding. Believe it or not, driving too far under the speed limit can interfere with the flow of traffic, frustrate other drivers, and even cause accidents. In Maryland, driving significantly below the speed limit or […]
Following the vehicle in front of you too closely is not only dangerous, but it could also land you with a ticket, cause you to face higher insurance rates, or even cause you to incur a reckless driving charge. With over 30 years of experience, The Law Office of Hillel Traub has helped hundreds of […]
After a single drink, you might think you’re perfectly fine to drive. However, depending on several factors, even a small amount of alcohol could lead to a DUI charge. From the type of drink to your body composition, many variables are there are a lot of variables at play. In Maryland, the law doesn’t just […]

