Car Accidents – Crash Injury Claims
What to Do After a Car Accident
Steps to Take After a Car Accident
Knowing what to do in the moments after a crash can protect your health and your legal rights.
- Call 911 if anyone is injured, and always request a police report—even for minor collisions.
- Exchange information with the other driver, but never admit fault at the scene.
- Take photos of vehicle damage, injuries, skid marks, road conditions, and traffic signs.
- Get witness contacts before they leave.
- Seek medical attention immediately—some injuries, like concussions or whiplash, may not appear right away.
- Notify your insurance, but avoid giving detailed recorded statements to any insurer until you speak with an attorney.
Dealing With Insurance Companies
Maryland is an at-fault state, meaning the driver who caused the crash (and their insurer) is responsible for paying damages. But insurance companies often work to reduce payouts—offering quick lowball settlements or twisting your words to argue you were at fault. Under Maryland’s contributory negligence rule, if they prove you were even 1% responsible, you could lose your right to compensation. Our attorneys know these tactics and push back, using police reports, witness statements, and expert evidence to prove fault and protect your claim.
Common Car Accident Injuries
A crash can leave lasting physical and emotional scars. We often see injuries such as:
- Whiplash and other neck injuries
- Broken bones
- Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
- Back and spinal cord injuries
- Airbag and seatbelt-related injuries
Even low-speed collisions on city streets like North Avenue or Eastern Boulevard can cause serious harm that deserves fair compensation.
Maximizing Your Car Accident Compensation
Maryland law allows recovery for:
- Economic damages – medical bills, lost income, car repairs or replacement, future treatment costs
- Non-economic damages – pain, suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life
We work with leading medical professionals, accident reconstruction experts, and financial consultants to document every loss, including those you might not realize you can claim. Our goal is to secure full and fair compensation, not just what the insurance company offers.
Why Choose Us for
Your Car Accident Case
We handle every auto accident case with the same level of dedication — whether it’s a multi-car crash on a major highway or a low-speed collision in a crowded intersection. You’ll work directly with an attorney, not just a case manager. Our team understands the local roads, traffic patterns, and high-risk areas across Maryland and Washington, D.C., and we use that insight to build stronger cases. Insurance companies know we’re fully prepared to go to trial if necessary — which often results in better settlement offers for our clients.
Maryland & Washington, D.C. Car Accident FAQs
Do I have a case if I wasn’t wearing a seatbelt?
Possibly, though the defense may argue to reduce damages. Maryland law is complex on this—get legal advice before assuming you have no case.
Should I give a statement to the other driver’s insurance?
No—speak to a lawyer first to avoid hurting your claim.
What if the other driver has no insurance?
We can help you file an uninsured/underinsured motorist claim under your own policy.
Free Case Evaluation
Free Consultation for Car Accident Victims
Act quickly after a crash—evidence fades, and legal deadlines apply. Contact our Maryland and Washington, D.C. car accident lawyers for a free consultation. We’ll review your case, answer your questions, and you pay nothing unless we win compensation for you. Let us handle the legal fight while you focus on your recovery.