Although New Year’s Eve is one of the most exciting holidays, it is also a notorious day for accidents. In 2019, 28% of traffic fatalities were due to alcohol-impaired drivers, but this number jumps to 36% of traffic fatalities during this end-of-year holiday. At the Law Office of Hillel Traub, our experienced DUI attorneys know […]

Many people might wonder what happens if they fail to move over for an emergency vehicle in Maryland, and the truth is that someone could face misdemeanor charges for such a failure. Maryland has a “Move Over” traffic law that applies to emergency vehicles, law enforcement vehicles, tow trucks, and other types of service vehicles. […]

Being pulled over and accused of committing a traffic violation can be an intimidating prospect for anyone. That can be especially true when a motorist is charged with a misdemeanor offense like reckless driving. At the Law Office of Hillel Traub, we’ve represented clients charged with various examples of reckless driving in Maryland. Our experienced […]

It’s natural for bystanders to worry about lending aid after a car crash or other type of accident in a society where facing a personal injury lawsuit is a possibility. Nobody’s fear of being sued should ever interfere with them being able to render well-intentioned aid if someone else is injured. That’s one reason the […]

Everyone makes mistakes, and sometimes the consequences are severe and can drastically change our lives. When a person is caught driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), their life can suddenly turn upside down. In Maryland, anyone driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher can be charged with a DUI. The severity […]

Whether your license was suspended due to a DUI charge or another criminal offense, an inability to drive can significantly impact your life. There are three people present — the accused, their attorney, and the administrative law judge. This makes the case intimate, and you’re given the opportunity to defend yourself. While an MVA hearing […]

While your teenager may feel excited about their driver’s license and can’t wait to get out on the road, as a parent, you may feel anxious about the financial challenges and dangers out on the road. Not only are young drivers inexperienced and more likely to get into accidents, but they also need insurance in […]

Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of fatalities all across the country. Research conducted by Zero Deaths Maryland, a public safety initiative with Maryland Highway Safety Office (MHSO), states that in 2019 around 535 individuals were killed due to motor vehicle accidents. These statistics are alarming for anyone on the road and continue to […]

If you were charged with a DUI or your driving privileges are at risk, you’ll need to request a hearing from the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) to appeal a license suspension or any penalties. During an MVA hearing, you’ll face an administrative law judge who will present the MVA’s case, note any documents the officer […]

After someone refuses or fails a breath test, or is charged with a DUI, they will often have to attend a hearing with the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). During the hearing, the MVA will determine if your driving privileges should and will be suspended due to the DUI charges or conviction. For those in need […]