Baltimore County Settlements: Real Case Outcomes & Data

One party failed to warn about asbestos in brake linings. Experts testified regarding the health risks associated with asbestos exposure. The case resulted in a jury award.

A woman received an injection in her hip for migraine headaches. She claimed the nurse administered the injection incorrectly, causing permanent pain and a severe limp. The defense argued the issues were not related to the injection or stemmed from a later car accident. The jury found in favor of the woman.

A woman riding her bicycle through a crosswalk was run over by a bus driver making a right turn. The collision caused severe injuries to her leg and ankle, requiring multiple surgeries and rehabilitation. She experienced ongoing pain and difficulty walking, and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. The case was settled.

A woman was sitting at an outdoor restaurant table when a vehicle suddenly accelerated from the parking lot and crashed into the dining area. Her table was crushed, pinning her under the vehicle. She sustained injuries requiring chiropractic and physical therapy, as well as psychological therapy.

One driver ran a red light at an intersection, causing a motor vehicle accident. The case resulted in a jury verdict for the plaintiff.

A pedestrian was struck by a reversing vehicle. The pedestrian suffered a knee injury requiring surgery. The driver claimed she was reversing to escape a threatening group. A jury found the driver liable and awarded damages.

One driver was injured in a broadside accident at an intersection. The case went to trial.

One driver rear-ended another, causing injuries including a herniated disc, carpal tunnel syndrome, and soft tissue damage. The case resulted in a jury verdict for the injured party.

A tractor-trailer rear-ended a car on the interstate, causing a chain-reaction crash. The driver of the tractor-trailer could not stop in time due to stopped traffic ahead. The driver of the car sustained soft-tissue injuries and sought damages. The jury found the tractor-trailer driver at fault but did not award damages for pain and suffering.