Frederick Car Accident Attorney
If you were injured in a car crash caused by another person, you might feel confused and frustrated. Car accidents are common, but they can also be horrific and devastating. While tens of thousands of people are killed in crashes in the United States each year, many thousands more suffer injuries in these incidents.
- Broadside/T-Bone Accidents
- Distracted Driving Accidents
- Drunk Driving Accidents
- Hit & Run Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Rear-End Collision
- Rideshare Accidents
- Rollover Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Uninsured Driver Accidents
One of the most frustrating things about car accidents is that irresponsible and even reckless motorists often cause them. When you learn that another person’s negligence injured you or your loved ones, you will likely experience anger and pain. The truth is, most crashes are entirely avoidable.
At Berman | Sobin | Gross LLP, our Frederick car accident attorneys have been working for more than three decades to represent clients who suffered injuries in car accidents. We know that our clients are struggling with injuries and losses, including economic ones resulting from medical bills, the need to replace a car, and the loss of time at work.
If you believe that another driver caused your injuries, you owe it to yourself and your family to learn whether you can recover for those losses.
Call us today at 301-668-2100 to speak to a dedicated Frederick, Maryland car accident attorney.
The Immediate Aftermath of a Car Crash
In the moments after impact, people are not thinking straight. The most important first step is to ensure that everyone is alright and safe and that those who are hurt get prompt medical attention. Certainly, few people are prepared to consider the possible legal ramifications of the accident. Many people have adrenaline pumping through their veins and are not even able to fully appreciate their injuries.
In some cases, it is a good idea to get checked by a doctor after a crash just to make sure that you did not suffer injuries that you did not notice initially. In fact, closed head injuries may take place in crashes and not cause external, noticeable damage but still leave you with lasting effects.
Another thing to keep in mind is that, unfortunately, what you do immediately after a crash can impact you in the future when you try to pursue a claim against another driver. For instance, you might get out of your car and apologize, even if the crash was not your fault, and even if you are in a foggy and unclear state-of-mind. Such a statement could later be used against you. You may also state that you are fine when, in reality, you are simply relieved to be in one piece. Again, this could later be used to argue against the severity of your injuries.
The aftermath of a crash will also lead to insurance companies looking at whether their insured is at fault. These companies are not happy to pay out after car crashes and will be looking to minimize the costs of the accident.
How to Pursue a Car Accident Claim in Frederick, Maryland
After a car crash, contacting an attorney is a good first step to learn your legal options and let your lawyer evaluate your claim. If another driver injured you, the first step your attorney may take is to try to negotiate a settlement before filing a lawsuit.
If such negotiations fail, then your lawyer will file a complaint and initiate a lawsuit. During the process, the attorneys on both sides will exchange information in a process called “discovery.” In addition to the exchange of documents, the attorneys may also take depositions of the parties, witnesses, and medical providers. Eventually, the evidence can all be used at trial, but in most cases, the claim will settle before it reaches that point. Few cases end up in trials.
If you have questions about the process, contact a Frederick, Maryland attorney to discuss your case.
What Damages Can I Recover in a Maryland Car Crash Case?
Compensation for car crash victims covers economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are those that are calculable. Non-economic damages are abstract and are used to compensate for things such as the victim’s pain and suffering or disfigurement.
While it is possible to provide actual receipts or at least estimates for medical care, property damage, and lost wages, courts also have to come up with ways to calculate non-economic damages. In many cases, the non-economic damages will be far greater than the economic damages, but not always.
To understand what damages are available in your case, contact a Frederick, Maryland car accident attorney.
Contact a Frederick, Maryland Car Accident Attorney Today
At Berman | Sobin | Gross LLP, our attorneys are ready to work with you to obtain the compensation that you need. Remember that Maryland has a time limit on when you can file your claim. Call us today at 301-668-2100 to speak to a dedicated Frederick, Maryland car accident attorney.
