People acting negligently puts some residents of Aberdeen, Maryland in harm’s way every year. Whether it is a car crash, a slip and fall accident, or the result of any other reckless action or inaction that puts lives in danger, this negligence is typically preventable and has no place in a world where people are trying to support themselves and their loved ones. According to research from the Maryland Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Department (MOSH), in 2017 there were approximately 62,600 nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) by Maryland’s private sector and local government employers.
Many others are injured on roadways each year. The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT)‘s Motor Vehicle Administration reported that 37,461 people died in car accidents in the United States in 2016 through its 2017 Highway Safety Office annual report. Motor vehicle accidents in Maryland were the second-leading cause of the 472,618 emergency department visits for injury-related ailments in 2013 according to the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and of those cases 3,728 people lost their lives due to their injury after they were admitted. Over $1.13 billion in hospital and emergency department fees were accrued in 2013 alone.
The team from the Law Offices of Adam M. Smallow knows that accidents as a result of negligence need to be taken seriously. If you retain the services of an Aberdeen personal injury lawyer, they can help start the process of holding the negligent parties responsible to the full extent of the law. You should not be burdened with a mountain of medical bills and hardships for an accident that was no fault of your own, and our team can fight for the compensation you may be entitled to.
To learn more about how our firm can help you navigate the legal process for a personal injury case, contact the Law Offices of Adam M. Smallow at (410) 777-8960 for a free consultation.
Leading Causes of Negligent Injuries in Maryland
The Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene reported that the most frequent causes of injury-related visits to the emergency department in 2013 were falls, accidents related to motor vehicles, and being struck by or against an object or person. These leading causes of injury are some of the main contributors to personal injury cases around Maryland. Ultimately, any accident that results in mental, physical, or financial harm as a result of another party’s negligence may warrant a personal injury case.
Other common causes of injury in personal injury cases can include, but are not limited to:
Assault
Negligent security
Nursing home abuse
Medical malpractice
Premises liability
Defective products
Prescribing dangerous drugs
Animal attacks, most frequently dog bites
Wrongful death
The at-fault party does not need to directly cause your injuries to be considered negligent. They may be deemed liable for failing to provide you with adequate safety while you were under their care, as inactions can also be considered negligent. This is the basic concept behind premises liability law, which states that property owners owe it to their patrons to provide them with a reasonable expectation of safety while they are on premises. Maryland is one of four states that practice contributory negligence law, so the victim may be entitled to less compensation if they are deemed to be even one percent responsible for the accident. An Aberdeen personal injury lawyer can help victims understand this legal concept further.
To learn more about navigating the legal process in a personal injury case, contact the team from the Law Offices of Adam M. Smallow at (410) 777-8960 to receive a free consultation.
How Personal Injury Lawyers may Attempt to Prove Liability
If a victim hires a personal injury lawyer to represent their case, they may begin researching any available evidence related to what caused the accident to happen. This includes:
Police documents on the case
Work-related accident reports
Eyewitness accounts of the incident
Past cases that may present a legal precedent
Laws related to the incident
Forensic evidence
In doing so, the attorney may be able to create a more accurate timeline of events to present to a court. In the event that the negligent party tries to settle out of court with the victim, this evidence may be used for potential negotiations that arise over the value of the case. Further, and perhaps most importantly, an attorney retains the right to call upon expert witnesses to testify about various aspects of the victim’s case, including explaining the extent of their pain and suffering. These experts can analyze scientific evidence surrounding the accident scene and perform accident reconstructions to show how the event unfolded, if necessary.
A Personal Injury Law Firm That Represents Aberdeen Victims
The team from the Law Offices of Adam M. Smallow can help victims find peace knowing that an Aberdeen personal injury lawyer is able to help them move through a legal system that may seem intimidating or confusing. We can help clients handle their legal cases while they focus on their recovery and returning to normal life as soon as possible. Your accident and injuries do not need to define you; justice is possible through the field of personal injury law.
For more information on personal injury cases, or to get help beginning an investigation into your accident, contact the team from the Law Offices of Adam M. Smallow for a free consultation and case review at (410) 777-8960.
