Towson Car Accident Lawyer

If you suffered harm in a car accident on Falls Rd, on the Towson University campus, or anywhere in the city, you may have grounds for a personal injury case against the responsible driver. You could seek compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and possibly more. Consider working with a Towson car accident lawyer at  Adam Smallow Injury Lawyers.

Our legal team can investigate your case and quantify your damages to prepare a strong claim or lawsuit. Let us explore your legal options for recouping the cost of your accident-related losses, starting with a free case assessment. Learn how our Towson personal injury lawyer can help you. Call us today. 

Why Should You Hire a Lawyer After a Collision in Towson?

There is no law stipulating that you must have legal representation when seeking compensation for your injuries and losses. You are perfectly within your rights to handle your car accident claim on your own. However, you should consider partnering with our team after your collision for the following reasons: 

Insurers Are NOT on Your Side

An insurer’s job is to help you recover after your car accident, right? Not exactly. Insurance companies are businesses. They want you to settle for the lowest possible amount and save their companies as much money as possible. They will seek every possible reason to undervalue or outright deny your claim.

A Towson car accident lawyer from Adam Smallow understands the tactics employed by insurers and the ins and outs of the negotiation process. If the insurer offers you a poor settlement, we’ll know and fight for a better offer. 

Your car accident lawyer will also protect you from these bad-faith insurance practices: 

• The insurer offers less than you’re owed. 
• The claims adjuster demands that you give a recorded statement. 
• The claims adjuster accuses you of causing the collision.

We will protect you from these practices and deal with them on your behalf, leaving you to see your doctors, rest, and recover from your injuries in peace. 

Some Car Accident Cases Will Involve Going to Court

Chances are, you won’t have to file a lawsuit to seek compensation. Most car accident claims are settled out of court, but you should never completely close the door to this option. You might consider litigation if: 

• The liable insurer refuses to offer you a fair settlement.
• The liable insurer doesn’t offer compensation at all. 
• The at-fault driver didn’t have insurance coverage. 

Pursuing a car accident lawsuit requires an in-depth knowledge of Maryland’s car accident codes and personal injury laws. It can also be incredibly time-consuming. Under Md. Cts. & Jud. Proc. Code § 5-101, you typically have a three-year deadline to seek compensation, which may sound like a lot of time, but it will go fast. 

Lawsuits are a useful leverage tool, too. Most parties involved in a car accident want to avoid a lawsuit. With a car accident lawyer serving Towson on your side, you won’t come to the negotiations table empty-handed. You’ll have a trusted advocate in your corner. 

Your Towson Car Accident Lawyer Can Manage Each of Your Case’s Obligations

To pursue the best possible outcome for your injury case, we will: 

• Investigate your accident: We will visit the accident scene to collect physical evidence of the collision. We will also collect the police report and review it for details. Additionally, we will collect your medical records, any photos or videos, pay stubs and financial statements.
• Collect testimonies and statements: If there were any witnesses to the accident, we will interview them to collect their statements on the accident. We will also consult with experts in the fields of medicine, finance, and accident reconstruction. 
• Determine your damages: The evidence we collect will also enable us to determine a fair settlement value for all your economic and non-economic damages, from medical bills to your emotional distress. 
• Act as your representative: We will file all documentation related to your case with the appropriate party by the appropriate deadlines. That includes claims to the insurance companies and lawsuits with the Baltimore County courthouse. All communications will go through us. We will speak on your behalf to all involved parties and negotiate toward a settlement that reflects all your damages.  
• Provide you with legal advice: You will not be alone through the legal process. We will keep you updated on your case, review any settlement offers given, and answer any questions you may have. 

It is vital that we investigate your accident thoroughly to determine fault, what happened, and your damages. An investigation can help us obtain the evidence necessary to prove negligence, which has four parts: 

• Duty of care: The liable party’s legal responsibilities 
• Breach of duty: The actions or inactions the liable party took that violated their legal responsibilities  
• Causation: The resulting accident and your injuries
• Damages: Your injuries and losses

At Adam Smallow, we can assist you throughout this process. A Towson car accident lawyer from our team will walk you through everything you need to know about the claims process, gathering evidence, and proving fault.

Partnering With Our Towson Car Accident Team Comes With Many Benefits

Attorney Adam M. Smallow, our lead car accident lawyer, has years of legal experience. When Attorney Smallow and his team manage your case, they will: 

Help You on a Contingency-Fee Basis

Hiring a lawyer can appear risky. What if you pay them, and they don’t win your case? 

You won’t need to worry about any upfront payment if you hire our firm. Not only do we offer free case evaluations, but our team also works on a contingency fee basis. 

Under this agreement, we won’t charge you anything unless we win. You deserve access to legal representation, and we want our services to be as stress-free as possible. 

We Offer a Unique 24/7 Help Line

The aftermath of a car accident can be stressful. You may have a mountain of unanswered questions. We want you to understand everything about your legal case moving forward. We believe that when you have clear communication with your attorney, we can align our goals and achieve them. That’s why we offer a 24/7 helpline and a unique text number to each client we represent. Through both, you can get answers fast. 

We Provide You With Access to Our Network of Doctors

The second part of a successful claim is providing you with high-quality healthcare. We have spent years developing a network with some of the best doctors, medical professionals, and technicians in the state. If you need a doctor, or just want a second opinion, we can recommend someone that we trust our own families with. 

Our Previous Clients Share Their Satisfaction With Us

This is what our previous clients have said about our legal services:

• “I’ve had experiences with other personal attorneys in the past, and Adam is without a doubt the best I’ve ever worked with.” — Joe B.
• “I was very satisfied with working with Adam he’s the best.” — Wateshia B.
• “[Adam M. Smallow] is a great attorney and kept me abreast of what was going on with my case.” — Connie H.

Call Adam Smallow today. We want to hear what has happened to you and how it has impacted your life. Then, we can discuss how our Towson car accident lawyers may be able to help you and your family recover from this tragic incident. 

Factors That Can Support a Case for Damages

To build your case, our team will need to determine the circumstances that led to your collision. Depending on what caused your accident, several different parties may be at fault for your crash.

Expert testimony, your medical records, and traffic camera footage can provide insight into the moments leading up to, during, and after your accident. We may find that one or more of the following factors caused your accident:

Driver Negligence

Driver negligence comes in many forms. Common actions that could make a driver liable for collision-related damages include:

• Reckless and aggressive driving, such as speeding, tailgating, and weaving through traffic
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Driving without the necessary experience or licensing required to operate a motor vehicle
• Distracted driving, such as texting while driving or adjusting a radio station
• Drowsy driving

Such behavior can result in such accidents as: 

• Rear-end collisions
• Head-on accidents
• Side-impact hits, also known as T-bone accidents
• Sideswipes
• Rollovers

We can handle any of these types of accidents and others. 

Vehicle Issues

Vehicle malfunctions and breakdowns, such as tire blowouts, worn brakes, and loose cargo, can lead to accidents. When these events happen, a negligent mechanic, vehicle manufacturer, or trucking company may be to blame. We may be able to build a case against one or more of these entities.

In the case that a commercial truck was involved in your accident, the trucking company may also be liable for your damages if they overworked the drivers, underserviced their vehicles, or failed to provide adequate driver training.

Road or Environmental Issues

In some cases, a lack of road maintenance or preparation for environmental hazards can cause collisions. In these cases, our firm may be able to hold a negligent municipality or construction team responsible for:

• Poor lighting
• Road damage
• Unclear or missing traffic control devices or signs
• Dangerous curves
• Road debris

The Damages Our Towson Car Accident Attorneys Will Seek

Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to secure compensation for the following losses and damages:

• Medical treatment expenses
• Property damage costs
• Lost income
• Lost earning ability
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of consortium
• Funeral or burial expenses

You could recover other damages not listed here, as well. Our team knows how to identify the damages our clients have suffered and establish their worth in order to help them seek appropriate compensation.

The Severity of Your Injuries Could Determine Your Case’s Value

According to Mayo Clinic, motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of spinal cord injuries. Motor vehicle accidents can lead to other serious injuries as well, such as:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Back, neck, and nerve injuries
• Broken bones
• Internal bleeding
• Cuts and lacerations
• Facial injuries or disfigurement
• Eye, ear, and dental injuries
• Emotional trauma

The medical treatment expenses for these types of injuries can be substantial, as they may require surgery, physiotherapy, and diagnostic testing. The costs of assistive devices and medications can also seriously affect your financial stability. Moreover, a lack of independence after an accident due to disabling injuries can have serious effects on your mental health.

Our Towson car accident attorneys will seek compensation to help you recover as completely as possible. That means financially, physically, and emotionally. 

Been in a Car Accident in Towson? Do You Know What to Do Next?

If you have been in a car accident in Towson, MD, you can take active measures right from the accident scene to secure your recovery and protect your rights to fair compensation. However, do not risk further injury. If you cannot do any of these things, do not stress. We can step in afterward and handle them for you. 

Report on the Accident

If your car can move, try to pull over to the side of the road to avoid any further incidents with traffic. If your car can’t move, see if you can get to the side of the road. If that is not possible, stay where you are until help arrives. 

Check with everyone for their injuries. Then, call 9-1-1 for emergency services. Let them know where you are and who is hurt. 

When the police arrive, provide the basic information as you know it. Do not try to hypothesize, and definitely do not say the accident was your fault. 

Collect What Evidence You Can

You can start collecting vital information from the accident scene. Take pictures of the car damage, your injuries, and the area. Note any details you find relevant. 

Ask witnesses for their contact information and ask the other driver for their contact and insurance information. If you see any cameras, make a note so that we can subpoena them later. 

See a Doctor Immediately and Follow Their Orders

It is very important that you limit the time between the accident and when you see a doctor. For one, they can diagnose you and find any possible obscured injuries you may be unaware of. For another, it eliminates any doubt that the accident was the cause of your injuries. 

Additionally, follow your medical treatment completely. Your health should be your only priority right now. Following the treatment also demonstrates the severity of your injuries. Any deviation could be exploited by the insurer to deny your claim. 

Then, call Adam Smallow for a free case consultation. 

Reach Out to Our Car Accident Law Firm Today

It can take time to build a case, so let one of our Towson car accident lawyers get to work and help you seek the compensation you deserve. Do not hesitate to reach out to Adam Smallow. Call today and go From Hurt to Help®.