July 23rd, 2026
How Virginia’s New Traffic Laws (2026) Change the Evidence in Your Car Accident Case
Statutory citations: Va. Code §§ 46.2-507, 46.2-393, 46.2-506, 46.2-865, 46.2-882.1. Two new Virginia traffic laws took effect on July 1, 2026 — the Intelligent Speed Assistance Program and Automated Traffic Safety Enforcement. Both were written…
July 9th, 2026
Accident Victims Beware: The Dangers of Early Settlement Offers from Insurance Companies
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, do not accept any settlement offer or sign any paperwork from an insurance company before speaking with an attorney. Contact Stein Sperling Bennett…
July 7th, 2026
New Virginia Law Cracks Down on Hit-and-Run Drivers
Starting July 1, 2026, Virginia is sending a clear message to drivers who flee the scene of a crash: leave someone hurt and you could pay a steep price. A new law allows injured victims…
June 3rd, 2026
Can Contributory Negligence Bar a Rockville Truck Accident Claim?
Maryland law places a statutory ceiling on noneconomic damages a jury can award in personal injury or wrongful death cases. For causes of action arising between October 1, 2025, and September 30, 2026, that cap…
June 1st, 2026
What Happens When a Truck Crashes on I-270 in Rockville?
A collision involving a commercial truck on I-270 in Rockville, Maryland, triggers a complex chain of legal, insurance, and investigative events. Unlike standard accidents, truck crashes on this heavily trafficked corridor raise questions about federal…
May 1st, 2026
Why Every DMV Driver Should Consider a Dashcam
If you drive anywhere in the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area, you already know the risks: aggressive merging on the Beltway, sudden stops on I-270, and parking lot fender-benders that turn into heated disputes. But…
April 30th, 2026
Maryland’s Contributory Negligence Rule
Why Any Fault on Your Part Could Bar Your Entire Claim In Maryland, even common driving errors—checking your phone, , rolling through a stop sign, failing to signal, signal—can have serious legal consequences beyond the…
April 27th, 2026
Just Got in a Crash on 295 or the ICC? Here’s Your Step-by-Step Guide for What to Do Next
If you’ve just been in a car accident on Route 295 or the ICC, the minutes that follow can feel overwhelming. Your hands may be shaking, your phone won’t stop buzzing, and you’re not sure…
February 19th, 2026
Distracted Driving Crashes Spike on the Beltway: How Phone Records and Dashcam Footage Can Make or Break Your Case
What Is Contributory Negligence in Maryland Car Accident Cases? Maryland’s contributory negligence rule can completely bar your recovery after a car accident, even if you were only 1% at fault. This harsh legal doctrine sets…
August 21st, 2025
Darla McClure Named As a Best Lawyers of 2026 “Lawyer of the Year” Plus 34 Stein Sperling Attorneys Listed in 2026 Best Lawyers
Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC is pleased to announce that 23 lawyers have been included in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and 11 lawyers have been included in Best Lawyers:…
