Posts by Murphy Falcon & Murphy
Structural Collapse Accidents: Liability for Corroded Balconies, Decks, and Defective Stairwells
Imagine standing on a balcony, enjoying a warm Maryland evening, only for the floor to suddenly give way beneath you. It sounds like a nightmare, but structural collapses—from corroded balconies and rotted decks to defective stairwells—happen far more often than they should. When a structure fails, the injuries are almost always catastrophic, leaving victims with…
Read MoreWhen “K-9 Deployment” Becomes Brutality: Legal Boundaries for Police K-9 Units in Maryland
When a routine police interaction turns into a violent nightmare, the line between law enforcement and outright brutality can blur in an instant. This is tragically true when it comes to the deployment of police K-9 units. While police dogs are highly trained assets meant for tracking and detection, their jaws exert tremendous force, capable…
Read MoreBeyond the Prison Gates: Addressing Cruel and Unusual Punishment in Maryland Correctional Facilities
The Eighth Amendment protects every person from cruel and unusual punishment, but for far too many individuals inside Maryland correctional facilities, those words feel like an empty promise. When the steel doors close, accountability shouldn’t vanish. Yet, systemic failures continue to plague our state’s prison systems, putting human lives, dignity, and basic constitutional rights at…
Read MoreSurveillance Pricing and Algorithmic Bias: The Next Wave of Consumer Class Actions
Imagine walking into a store and being charged more than the person in front of you simply because an algorithm decided you could afford it. This isn’t a futuristic dystopia; it is the current reality of “surveillance pricing.” As companies harness massive troves of your personal data to set individualized prices, they often cross the…
Read MoreTelehealth Malpractice: The New Frontier of Medical Errors in the Digital Age
The rapid shift toward virtual healthcare has changed how you interact with your doctor, but it hasn’t changed the standard of care you deserve. While logging onto a video call from your living room is convenient, the physical distance between you and a provider creates a unique set of risks. At Murphy, Falcon & Murphy,…
Read MoreThe “Wait and See” Danger: Why Delayed C-Sections Are a Leading Cause of Permanent Birth Injury
Expectant parents in Baltimore enter the delivery room with a mix of excitement and nerves, trusting that the medical team will make the right calls to keep both mother and baby safe. However, one of the most dangerous phrases in a labor and delivery unit is “wait and see.” When a baby is in distress,…
Read MoreThe Right to Record: A Citizen’s Guide to Filming Police Encounters in Baltimore
In the age of smartphones, your mobile device is more than just a communication tool—it is a powerful instrument for accountability. In Baltimore, a city with a complex history regarding law enforcement transparency, knowing your right to record is essential. If you witness or are involved in a police interaction, your footage could be the…
Read MoreThe “Blue Wall” in Maryland: Why Independent Investigators Are Vital in Brutality Cases
Victims of excessive force are often fighting much more than just an individual; they are taking on an entire system designed to protect its own. In Maryland, this phenomenon is frequently referred to as the “Blue Wall of Silence.” This unwritten code of conduct among law enforcement officers can make it nearly impossible for the…
Read MoreThe Impact of False Arrest: Seeking Damages for Wrongful Imprisonment
Walking down a street in Baltimore, you likely never expect your freedom to be stripped away without cause. A false arrest is more than just a legal error; it is a traumatic violation of your civil rights that can derail your career, your reputation, and your mental health. At Murphy, Falcon & Murphy, we believe…
Read MoreEnvironmental Torts: Protecting Maryland Communities from Water Contamination
When you turn on your tap, you expect life-sustaining water, not a cocktail of industrial chemicals. Unfortunately, for many Marylanders, water contamination is a harsh reality that threatens both physical health and property values. At Murphy, Falcon & Murphy, our personal injury law firm in Baltimore has seen firsthand how corporate negligence can devastate entire…
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