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Helping Car Accident Victims Recover

A Clear Path Forward After a Car Accident

Car accidents occur every day in metropolitan Washington, D.C., usually because of driver error. For example, over 90 percent of crashes in Maryland are caused by driver error, according to the Maryland Department of Transportation.

It's no secret that car accidents injure people, sometimes seriously or even fatally. The law holds careless drivers accountable, and allows injured drivers and passengers full and fair compensation for their medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering.

The car accident attorneys at Lead Science Legal Services help clients every step of the way. We fully investigate accidents, gather all relevant medical records, and aggressively handle all negotiations with insurance companies. You can rest assured that we will not settle a case before knowing its full value, and that we know how to effectively deal with insurance carrier claims handlers.

Car Accidents

Types of Car Accidents We Handle

Every collision is different, and the type of crash often shapes how fault is proven and how serious the injuries are. We represent people hurt in all kinds of motor vehicle accidents, including:

Rear-End Collisions

Among the most common crashes on the road, rear-end collisions can cause neck, back, and head injuries even at low speeds.

Head-On Collisions

Head-on crashes are among the most violent accidents and frequently lead to catastrophic or life-threatening injuries.

T-Bone & Intersection Crashes

Side-impact collisions often happen when a driver runs a light or fails to yield, leaving occupants with little protection.

Hit-and-Run Accidents

When the at-fault driver flees, we work to identify them and pursue every available source of compensation.

Drunk & Impaired Driving

Drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs put everyone at risk, and they can be held fully accountable.

Distracted Driving

Texting, phone calls, and other distractions take a driver’s attention off the road and cause countless preventable crashes.

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Driver Error

Car Crash Facts

Drivers on the streets, roads and highways of Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. are making mistakes behind the wheel every day, causing car accidents and injuries.

  • They are distracted by texting or speaking on cell phone.
  • They drive too aggressively, or too fast.
  • They drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • They ignore the rules of the road, running traffic lights, turning abruptly into incoming traffic, or crossing over a double yellow line.

While the reasons may vary, the negligent operation of a motor vehicle that causes injuries is a legal cause of action.

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Your Rights

I have been in a car accident. Do I have a legal cause of action?

A personal injury lawsuit is based on the law of negligence. A car operator is negligent if he or she fails to operate a car in a reasonably safe manner under the circumstances, and causes an accident that injures others (driver or passenger in another car, a bicyclist, a motorcyclist, or a pedestrian).

Car accidents cause a wide range of injuries, from catastrophic (paralysis, burns, loss of limb, severe fractures) to minor sprains and strains (whiplash and soft tissue injuries). If you have been injured in a car accident caused by someone else, you are entitled to money for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering resulting from the accident.

While each personal injury case is unique, the monetary value is higher for cases involving more severe injuries and longer recovery times.

The Claim Process

What to Expect After a Car Accident

Knowing how a car accident claim moves forward can take some of the stress out of the process. We guide you through each stage, from the first call to a resolution.

  1. Free Consultation

    We talk through the crash, your injuries, and your options, and help you understand the strength of your claim.

  2. Investigation

    We gather the crash report, photographs, witness statements, and other evidence to show who caused the accident.

  3. Treatment & Records

    While you focus on your recovery, we collect your medical records and bills to document the full extent of your injuries.

  4. Claim & Negotiation

    We present your claim to the insurance company and negotiate for a settlement that covers all of your losses.

  5. Litigation

    If the insurance company will not offer a fair settlement, we file suit and prepare your case to be presented in court.

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Our Firm

How We Assist Car Accident Clients

Lead Science Legal Services first opened its doors in the late 1930s focusing on representing personal injury clients.

We have built a reputation over the years of aggressively representing our clients while always maintaining integrity and professionalism.

Our combination of experience, skill and honesty allows us to effectively deal with insurance carriers, who know that we only handle cases with merit. They have learned that we do not churn cases by accepting quick, low-ball settlement offers.

Our reputation in the legal community also helps us work effectively with judges and personnel in the court system. This is essential in helping clients achieve the greatest value for their personal injury claim under the law.

Our team of personal injury attorneys and legal assistants are always available to answer clients' questions and to provide regular updates on the status of their car accident cases.

Clients can count on a personal, caring environment, a hallmark of our practice since the very first day we opened our practice over 80 years ago.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Car Accident FAQs

Answers to common questions about car accident claims in Maryland.

What should I do right after a car accident?

Make sure everyone is safe and call the police so a crash report is made. Get medical attention right away, even if you feel fine. If you can, photograph the vehicles, the scene, and your injuries, and exchange insurance information with the other driver. Collect contact information from witnesses, and avoid discussing fault with anyone other than your attorney.

How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in Maryland?

In most cases, a car accident lawsuit in Maryland must be filed within three years from the date of the accident. Some claims follow different deadlines, and missing the deadline can permanently bar your claim, so it is important to speak with an attorney early.

What if I was partly at fault for the crash?

Maryland follows the rule of contributory negligence. If you are found to have contributed to the accident, even slightly, you may be barred from recovering compensation from the other driver. That is why a thorough investigation and strong evidence about fault are so important from the very start.

Will my own insurance pay my medical bills?

It may. Maryland auto policies include Personal Injury Protection (PIP) unless it is waived in writing, and PIP can help pay medical expenses and lost wages regardless of who caused the crash. PIP has limits, so it usually does not cover the full cost of a serious injury, which is where a claim against the at-fault driver comes in.

What if the other driver was uninsured or fled the scene?

You may still be able to recover through the uninsured motorist coverage on your own policy, which Maryland requires and which can apply to accidents involving uninsured, underinsured, and hit-and-run drivers. We can review your policy and help you pursue every source of coverage available.

How much is my car accident claim worth?

It depends on the severity of your injuries, the length of your recovery, your medical bills and lost income, how the injuries affect your daily life, and the strength of the evidence about who was at fault. We will not settle a case before knowing its full value.

Should I accept the insurance company’s first offer?

Speak with an attorney first. Early offers are often made before the full cost of your injuries is known, and once you sign a release you generally cannot seek more, even if your condition gets worse. Statements you give to an adjuster can also be used to argue that you were partly at fault.

The information on this page is general in nature and is not legal advice. Every case is different.

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