Bowie, Maryland Car Accident Attorneys

Aggressive Auto Accident Lawyers Helping People in Bowie Secure Full Compensation

If you have been injured in a car accident caused by someone else's negligence, you deserve full compensation. Unfortunately, getting as much as you should is challenging without the assistance of an experienced personal injury lawyer. Various problems can arise in these situations, and they must be handled effectively to protect your claim.

When you partner with the Law Office of Kari H. Fawcett, you will benefit from our 50+ years of experience, our considerable legal knowledge, and our substantial skills. Unlike most attorneys, we will spend time getting to know you personally and keeping you informed as your case progresses. We have a reputation for aggressive and thorough legal representation, helping our clients collect the maximum allowable compensation. Call now to schedule your free consultation.

Negligent Driver Errors Cause Most Maryland Car Accidents

When someone gets behind the wheel of a car, they assume a legal responsibility to drive safely and reduce the risk of causing injury-producing accidents. However, many drivers do not uphold that obligation. They may act negligently and injure others in collisions by:

• Following too closely
• Speeding
• Distracted or drowsy driving
• Driving while drunk or high
• Not following traffic laws

These and other dangerous driving behaviors increase the likelihood of collisions, and they may provide you with grounds to file a personal injury claim. To qualify for compensation for a personal injury in Maryland, you cannot have contributed to causing your crash. You will need evidence proving that another party or parties were directly responsible for your accident, injuries, and associated losses.

Insurance Companies May Try to Undermine Your Claim

No insurer wants to pay claims. Instead, they want to protect their profits. If they see a way to reduce your payout, they will probably take it. Some of their tactics include:

• Denying valid claims
• Offering an unreasonably low and fast settlement that does not cover all eligible losses
• Accusing you of a portion of the fault to disqualify you from receiving compensation
• Saying your accident and injuries did not affect your quality of life adversely
• Intimidating you into accepting less than you deserve

Your car accident lawyer from the Law Office of Kari H. Fawcett will vigorously defend you against these strategies. We will require all communications to come to our offices, ensure that you are not blamed unfairly, calculate your eligible damages, gather supporting evidence, and fight to make insurers pay the full compensation you deserve.

Damages in Maryland Car Accident Cases

You will hear the term "damages" used in different ways. It can refer to particular losses, financial or otherwise, you suffered from your auto collision. It is also used to describe the financial reimbursement or compensation you could receive for those losses. The specific damages will be different for each victim, because your losses are unique. However, your damages may include:

• Current and ongoing lost income and medical care
• Property damage
• Permanent disability or disfigurement
• Physical, mental, and emotional pain and suffering
• Loss of companionship or consortium

People who handle their own claims typically do not know how to evaluate their damages accurately, and they may accept low settlements, not realizing they qualify for more. Once you sign the settlement documents, you cannot request additional money later. Working with a knowledgeable lawyer is vital if you do not want to be shortchanged.

Call Our Bowie, MD Car Accident Lawyers Today

Choosing the right attorney to handle your car accident claim is vital if you want to reach the best possible resolution for your case. Working with the Law Office of Kari H. Fawcett gives you multiple advantages, because we will do all we can to support you and win maximum compensation. Schedule your complimentary case review through our online form or by calling 301-262-5500. We serve clients throughout Maryland on a contingency fee basis, meaning we will only charge legal fees if we secure compensation for you.