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Unannotated Code of Maryland (Last Updated: May 16, 2014) |
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COURTS AND JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS |
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TITLE 10. EVIDENCE |
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SUBTITLE 11. PRELITIGATION DISCOVERY |
§ 10-1101. Definitions
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(a) In general. -- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) Beneficiary. -- "Beneficiary" means an individual who may bring an action for wrongful death under Title 3, Subtitle 9 of this article.
(c) Claimant. -- "Claimant" means:
(1) A person who alleges damages as a result of a vehicle accident or an attorney who represents the person; or
(2) A personal representative of the estate of a decedent who died as a result of a vehicle accident or an attorney who represents the personal representative of the estate of the decedent.
(d) Insurer. -- "Insurer" includes a property and casualty insurer, a self-insurance plan, or any person required to provide indemnification for a claim for wrongful death, personal injury, or property damage.
(e) Vehicle. -- "Vehicle" has the meaning stated in § 11-176 of the Transportation Article.