by Jill Maturino | Nov 20, 2012
Before your lawyer can file a medical malpractice claim on your behalf in court, your lawyer must first file a claim with the Maryland Health Claims Arbitration Office. Within ninety (90) days of filing that claim, your attorney must file a certificate of merit from a... by Jill Maturino | Nov 20, 2012
Medical malpractice is negligence in a health care setting. More specifically, medical malpractice occurs when a health care provider (usually a doctor, nurse, or hospital) fails to meet the standard of care in the area in which the medical professional practices. In... by Jill Maturino | Nov 20, 2012
If you hire a lawyer, the Commission will calculate the attorney’s fees. If an award is made to you, the fee will be deducted from your awards and paid separately by the employer or insurance company to the attorney. by Jill Maturino | Nov 20, 2012
Yes, your employer or their insurance carrier may oppose your claim for benefits. If they do, they may contact you directly, but they must inform the Commission and state their objections or issues in writing. If your claim is contested, it will be scheduled for a... by Jill Maturino | Nov 20, 2012
If you have suffered a compensable injury, you may file a claim with the Workers’ Compensation Commission by filling out an Employee Claim Form and then mailing it to the Workers’ Compensation Commission. If you contact one of our personal injury attorneys before...
