The summer has come and gone, but travel is still happening.  Many people are making their way to hotels, motels, VRBO, and even Air B&Bs. No matter where you stay, you may wind up with some uninvited guests in your room—bed bugs. You might be itching for a change of …

This is the second installment of our 2 part blog on what you should ask your personal injury lawyer if you live in DC or Maryland. 6.   What is my role in the claims process? You have one job and one job only throughout the legal process–focus on your health …

If you’re searching for a personal injury lawyer, there are plenty of things to consider. Research is important–you’re not going to just close your eyes and choose the first lawyer you see on Google or in the phone book. The best advice is to ask around–personal referrals from people you …

You’ve all seen the commercials for the insurance companies–the friendly little gecko, the law-enforcing emu, your buddies Jake and Flo. These ads are entertaining enough, and they promise the most comprehensive coverage around–at the most affordable rates, of course. But what happens when you’re in a car accident and finally …

Accidents happen every day. It’s unfortunate, but that’s the reality every time we get behind the wheel. You may have heard about this accident that took place earlier in November–it involved two vehicles that collided on Old Columbia Pike near Ruxton Road in Montgomery County. Unfortunately, one of the drivers …

Neighbors Speak Out About Fatal Accidents in Montgomery County Early on the morning of December 22, a 53-year-old man from Silver Spring was struck by a vehicle as he was crossing Georgia Avenue, just south of the intersection of University Boulevard West, in Wheaton. The man died from his injuries …

We see headlines and news stories like this all too often. In the early morning hours of Friday, November 20, 2020, a 74-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on Rockville Pike near Grosvenor Lane in North Bethesda. News like this is heartbreaking enough for the victim’s families …

Not every incident needs the involvement of a personal injury lawyer. Some minor issues can be settled pretty quickly and easily among adults. That said, there are a few situations where you absolutely need the representation of a skilled personal injury lawyer, like the experienced attorneys at The Lapidus Law …

Medical malpractice cases come in all types of shapes and sizes. These claims can be challenging to prove, and they require extensive attorney expertise and experience in this area. To prove medical malpractice, a lawyer must demonstrably show that a doctor or other healthcare provider: Had a duty of care …

On March 18, 2018, 49-year-old Elaine Herzberg was wheeling a bicycle across a road in Tempe, Arizona, when she was struck by a car and killed. A devastating and tragic accident, of course–but this incident was incredibly unique. Ms. Herzberg was hit by an autonomous (or self-driving) Uber test vehicle, …