Marlow Heights Personal Injury Lawyer

People cannot hurt others without repercussions, plain and simple. While some harmful acts are criminal, many more are not, and wrongdoers will not face criminal prosecution. To get the justice you deserve, you may sue the person who caused your injuries in a personal injury lawsuit. If you win, the defendant might be ordered to pay your damages, which might be quite substantial, depending on your situation.

Personal injury cases encompass many accidents, injuries, and damages. The field is so broad that the laws applying to one case may not apply to another personal injury claim. Our team has experience with many cases and is ready to assist you with your claims. Your case may begin with the collection of evidence, evaluation of injuries and damages, and preparation of a formal complaint. If your case is not filed within a specific time frame set by the statute of limitations, you might lose your right to bring the cause of action.

Start your case with a free, confidential assessment of your claim when you call (410) 694-7291 and speak to our personal injury lawyers at Rice, Murtha & Psoras.

Possible Personal Injury Claims in Marlow Heights

Personal injury claims may involve any number of accidents and injuries, making this area of law a big one. The common characteristic shared among all these cases is that plaintiffs must have some bodily injury. Damage to property alone is not enough for a personal injury claim, although you might have another type of claim you should discuss with a lawyer. Below are just some of the personal injury cases our personal injury attorneys have worked on.

Premises Liability

You have likely heard about injured plaintiffs filing lawsuits because they slipped and fell in a store or on someone’s property. While these kinds of cases tend to get a bad reputation for being frivolous, they can actually be quite severe and involve painful injuries and high damages. In addition to slip and fall accidents, you can sue for injuries caused by various hazardous conditions on another person’s property. Maybe you were cut by the glass from a broken window that the property owner never repaired. Maybe a ceiling tile fell and hit you on the head. If you were lawfully present on the premises, you might have a valid cause of action against the property owner.

Defective Goods and Products

While people often think personal injuries are always caused by people, this is not always the case. Some people are harmed by dangerous products, and the manufacturers may be held liable. For example, suppose you are driving down the highway, and when you hit the brakes, nothing happens. The resulting crash might be very serious, and the manufacturer of the faulty brakes should be held accountable. You might have heard about cases like this when manufacturers issue recalls on certain products.

Injuries at Amusement Parks

Part of the fun of many amusement parks is that the rides are thrilling without actually being dangerous. Unfortunately, some park owners or managers neglect to maintain their rides and equipment, and the attractions become more dangerous than fun. Accidents involving roller coasters, waterslides, bumper cars, and other attractions might severely injure park patrons. Talk to our team immediately if you or someone you know was recently hurt while visiting an amusement park.

How to Prepare a Personal Injury Case in Marlow Heights

Preparing a personal injury case may take more time than you realize. It is not as simple as filling out some forms and dropping them off at a courthouse. You need in-depth details about the accident, your injuries, the defendant, evidence, damages, and more. Many plaintiffs spend months or more getting their case ready with a lawyer.

Collect Evidence

An important step in the early phase of your case is to collect as much evidence as possible. Evidence might come from all sorts of places, and you should talk about how your injuries occurred with your lawyer so they can determine where to find evidence.

Some common forms of evidence that tend to crop up in lots of cases include photographs of the accident scene, medical records, witness testimony, your own testimony, and security camera videos. If you are unsure where to begin looking for evidence, focusing on these and other common types of evidence may be a great way to get started. Your lawyer can help you determine where other valuable evidence for your case might be found.

Evaluate Damages

Your damages will largely depend on the extent, severity, and costs associated with your injuries. However, damages may also account for property and even subjective experiences, like pain and suffering. Your damages are unique to your case and should be carefully assessed by an experienced attorney so that you get the fair compensation you are entitled to.

Economic losses and costs are a huge part of your damages calculations. Medical bills, the value of destroyed property, lost income if you cannot return to work, and other expenses should be reviewed and accounted for. Keep a thorough record of all your expenses and discuss with your attorney the possibility of future costs related to your accident.

Non-economic damages tend to revolve around personal experiences, including physical pain, mental distress, emotional trauma, overall quality of life, and other highly subjective injuries. Many of these damages are not connected to money but are assessed based on the toll they take on your life.

File a Complaint

Your case officially begins when you and your lawyer file the complaint and serve notice of the case to the defendant. This process is far easier said than done and requires careful planning and preparation. The complaint is a formal legal document containing lengthy details about your case. We need information about you, the defendant, the accident, and why we believe the defendant is liable. We must also explain all your damages and include some evidence. While we do not need all possible evidence, we need enough to show the court that you have a valid cause of action.

Complaints take time to prepare, and your time to file the complaint is limited. The statute of limitations, under Md. Code, Cts. & Jud. Proc. Art., § 5-101, gives plaintiffs only 3 years to file their claims. You might lose your right to sue if you cannot file the complaint and serve notice by this time.

Contact Our Marlow Heights Personal Injury Attorneys Today

Get started with a free, confidential review of your claim when you call (410) 694-7291 and speak to our personal injury lawyers at Rice, Murtha & Psoras.