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Baltimore Personal Injury Attorney • Car Accident LawyerThe Law Office of David M. Grossman, LLC The law firm of David M. Grossman has been protecting the rights of injured people for more than seventeen years. I practice in all areas of personal injury litigation. If you’ve been injured in an accident at home, in a public place, or on the job in Maryland, you will need a lawyer who knows how personal injury and workers’ comp rights apply to you. Call me at the personal injury attorney law firm of the Law Office of David M. Grossman today. We can talk on the phone, or I’ll schedule a free consultation to discuss whether compensation might be due you for your injury damages. Free Consultation • Low Fees • No Fee Unless You WinCall me at the Baltimore personal injury attorney’s law firm of the Law Office of David M. Grossman. Let’s sit down to discuss what legal options are best for you. The Law Office of David M. Grossman, LLC We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code. Serving Baltimore City and the greater Baltimore metropolitan area, including Baltimore County and the cities of Rosedale, Garrison, Randallstown, Parkville, Overlea, Kenwood, Fullerton, Essex, Riviera Beach, Dundalk, Arbutus, and Ellicott City, Pikesville, Owings Mills, Maryland Motor Vehicle Accidents - An OverviewMotor vehicle accidents cause the loss of time, property, health and even life. Such accidents occur because of elements including driver error, negligence, manufacturing defects and dangerous weather. No matter what the specific cause or result, a crash can turn a normal day into a prolonged struggle. Speaking with a lawyer can help you sort out your rights, your options and your future. Contact an attorney to find out more. At-Fault, Negligent and Aggressive DriversWhen you have been in an auto accident, you may have a sense of who caused it. Issues of fault, however, can be complicated by who acted when and which laws governed the situation. If the other driver was negligent, you may have to prove that the driver breached a duty of care to you and that the breach caused your damages. The assistance of an attorney can be immensely valuable at this time, whether you are battling an insurance company, seeking compensation for your injuries or defending yourself in court. Sources of information on the accident include police reports, witnesses and the condition of the vehicles involved in the accident. They could reveal what happened and why. Actions, on the part of either driver, that may have contributed to the accident include:
Sometimes the at-fault driver is more than merely negligent; he or she may have acted recklessly or even intentionally. A reckless driver acts with conscious disregard for the probable consequences of the driver’s actions. Road rage incidents often involve reckless behavior, and they can escalate into intentional behavior. Road rage in particular can be extremely dangerous, leading to injuries and criminal charges. Generally, aggressive drivers are a serious threat to safety. Speeding and taking other risks contributes significantly to highway and other fatalities. It is important to avoid confrontation with road-rage drivers and aggressive drivers. You have a better chance of staying safe if you:
Drunk DrivingIn the US, someone dies every 30 minutes in an alcohol-related crash; someone is non-fatally injured every two minutes. Drunk driving can lead to both criminal charges and a civil lawsuit. Additionally, the business that sold alcohol to the drunk driver may be held liable if it served the driver when he or she was visibly intoxicated. This, however, does not take any responsibility from the driver who drove while intoxicated. If you have been in an accident involving alcohol or drugs, seek the help of an attorney who will explain your legal options. Auto Accidents Not Caused by the DriversSometimes, no matter how carefully you drive, you cannot avoid an accident. In certain cases, a vehicle’s manufacturing or design defect causes the accident or makes it worse. This might happen if, for instance, the brakes on your car fail or the airbag does not deploy when it should. The law of products liability applies in this situation, protecting consumers when products create an unreasonable risk of harm. If a product defect caused your injuries, you may have a case against the designer, manufacturer or distributor of the product. Another responsible party could be a mechanic who improperly repaired the car that caused the accident. Both the mechanic and the mechanic’s employer could be liable in such a case. Finally, poorly maintained roads, messy and confusing construction, unclear signage, improperly designed roads and similar problems can contribute to an accident. Government entities are typically responsible for the roads and highways; they may, therefore, be liable for accidents caused by the above factors. Special rules, however, apply to lawsuits against government entities; a lawyer will be able to explain them in detail. Schedule a ConsultationIt is important to take prompt action when you have been in a motor vehicle accident. This will help you preserve your rights and seek proper compensation. Contact an attorney for help. Copyright ©2007 FindLaw, a Thomson Business DISCLAIMER: This site and any information contained herein are intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Seek competent legal counsel for advice on any legal matter. |
Call us nowor use the form below.13,000 people have been injured or killed since 1990 in crashes caused by aggressive driving. If you have been a victim of aggressive driving, click here to tell us about your case. Every 30 minutes, someone in this country dies in an alcohol-related automobile crash. If you have been affected by an alcohol-related accident, click here for an evaluation of your case. Improper design, maintenance, construction, signage, lighting or other highway defects, including poorly placed trees and utility poles, can also cause serious accidents. If you haven't brought a personal injury claim because you didn't think there was another driver to blame, contact us to evaluate other potential defendants. Road rage is defined as "an assault with a motor vehicle or other dangerous weapon by the operator or passenger(s) of another motor vehicle or an assault precipitated by an incident that occurred on a roadway." If you have suffered as a result of someone else's road rage, contact us! Motor Vehicle Accidents Resource Links
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
What Are the Driving Laws in My State?
National Safety Council
US Department of Transportation (DOT)
MedlinePlus: Motor Vehicle Safety
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