The value of your truck accident is found by doing individual calculations on a number of factors. These factors are then added together to determine the total value of your case. Ultimately, the value of your case is established either by an out-of-court settlementor an in-court decision by a judge or jury. This should be […]
Some of the most common causes of car accidents are speeding, distracted driving, drunk driving, and getting behind the wheel while too fatigued to drive safely. Reckless driving and road rage are also contributors to many accidents on Maryland’s roads. Cell phones and other electronic devices are increasingly a factor in traffic accidents. Despite Maryland’s […]
If the accident is your fault, you’re probably out of luck in terms of getting compensation. You can apply for personal injury protection with your insurance company to pay the first $2,500 of your medical bills. However, if you can establish that the other driver was at fault, you may be entitled to compensation for […]
There are many delayed symptoms of car accident injuries that either become more obvious as time passes or would only be apparent to a trained medical professional. In some cases, these symptoms may take days or weeks to arise. It is important to have a doctor provide a full physical exam to determine and document […]
You should still see a doctor to at least get checked out.. Car accident victims are often bad at determining the presence and severity of their own injuries due to the impact of trauma, the rush of adrenaline, and the nature of the injuries themselves. For example, a brain injury can impact your decision-making ability […]
Be very careful about what you say to any insurance company in the accident – including your own insurance company and that of the other party. In almost every case you should not speak to the other driver’s insurance company. You will most likely need to speak with your own insurance company. Before doing so […]
The most important aspect of a car accident investigation is gathering the evidence you need to successfully back up your compensation claim. The burden is, unfortunately, upon the injured person to prove that they were hurt, who hurt them, and what their losses were. Having excellent legal representation is also extremely important. It’s very difficult […]
You can’t wait too long before filing a car accident lawsuit in Maryland. The statute of limitations in most Maryland car accident cases is three years from the date of the accident. If a child was injured as a minor, their three-year period begins the day that they turn 18 years old instead of the […]
Yes, you should call the police after an accident and call 911 to report any injuries. This is the best way to get medical help right away and start a paper trail of evidence regarding the basic facts of your accident. A police report reinforces your version of the accident and helps prevent the other […]
Maryland’s Collateral Source Rule says that car accident victims can recover the full amount of their damages even if insurance pays a portion of them. In other words, your damages are not limited to what you paid out of pocket. Let’s say that PIP insurance paid $2,500 worth of your medical bills and the total […]