It is no secret that car accidents happen often. In fact, about six million car accidents occur in the U.S. each year. Car accidents can be incredibly dangerous and result in serious injury. As such, it is important to understand what causes a car accident so you can know what to avoid. Additionally, you should be prepared and know what to do in the event of an accident. Read on to learn more about car accidents in Maryland and what you should do if you are involved in one.
Common Causes of Car Accidents
Car accidents are incredibly common. Some accidents occur due to poor road conditions, bad weather, and faulty car parts. But, for the most part, accidents are caused by negligence. Some of the most common instances of driver negligence include:
- Drowsy driving
- Driving while intoxicated
- Distracted driving
- Texting or other usages of a mobile device while driving
- Failure to yield
- Speeding excessively
- Failure to abide by stop signs or traffic lights
If you are involved in a car accident due to the negligence of another driver, you may be entitled to recover compensation.
What do I do if I am Involved in a Car Accident?
If you are involved in an accident, there are a few important steps to take.
Call 911: If you are involved in a car accident, it is important to call the police. The police can help keep the scene safe, take witness statements, and conduct chemical tests.
Document the scene: If some sort of negligence has occurred to cause an accident, you will have to prove this. To do so, you should take photos and videos of the scene of the accident. Make sure to document the damage to all vehicles involved. Additionally, if possible, gather the contact information of anyone who witnessed the accident occurs.
Seek medical attention: You may wish to avoid seeking medical attention because you don’t think you have been injured. In any case, it is important to go to the hospital. It is possible that you have been injured without realizing it, or that you have sustained an injury that will not show symptoms until later on.
Contact a personal injury attorney: A skilled personal injury attorney will help you recover the compensation you deserve.
If you or a loved one is involved in a Maryland car accident, contact our firm today to discuss your case with a dedicated car accident attorney.
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The legal team at Markey & Orsi has proudly represented injured clients throughout the state of Maryland for almost 30 years. If you have been injured due to another party’s negligence and require strong legal representation, contact Markey & Orsi today to schedule a consultation.
