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Attorney Helping Auto Accident Victims Hold Negligent Drivers Responsible in Hanover

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Car accidents can happen for many reasons, but the common element is usually driver negligence. In Hanover, which sees a great deal of commuter traffic and people traveling to stores, other businesses, and residential neighborhoods, there are a wide range of situations where careless or reckless drivers can cause serious harm to others. People who have been injured in motor vehicle collisions can take action to hold a negligent driver responsible for the harm they have suffered, and they may be able to receive compensation for their medical expenses, lost income, and other losses.

At Whitlock Law, our personal injury lawyer works with people who have been hurt in car accidents to ensure that they will be able to address their financial losses and other damages. We can take steps to determine what happened, who was responsible for causing a collision, and what forms of compensation may be available. In addition to investigating an accident and gathering evidence to prove that a driver was negligent, our attorney can handle communications with insurance companies and negotiate settlements that will meet an injury victim's needs.

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Where Car Accidents Can Happen

Intersections

When roads meet at intersections, multiple drivers will be required to follow traffic laws as they stop, yield, and make turns while obeying traffic signals or signs. A driver who runs a red light, rolls through a stop sign, or turns without making sure a lane is clear can collide with another vehicle. T-bone accidents can occur in these situations, or left-turn collisions may occur when drivers misjudge the speed of approaching vehicles.

Highways

Busy roads such as Route 100 and the Baltimore-Washington Parkway carry high volumes of traffic through the Hanover area. Vehicles on these highways move at high speeds. Merging errors, illegal lane changes, and other forms of negligence can lead to highway accidents. Because of the speeds involved, highway crashes often result in more severe injuries than those that take place on local roads with lower speed limits.

Residential Streets

Even though vehicles that travel through neighborhoods will often be moving at lower speeds, accidents in these locations can lead to serious injuries. Parked cars may limit a person's ability to see what is happening on or near a road. Children who play in yards may enter the road unexpectedly. Vehicles may back out of driveways and into the path of other vehicles. Drivers who violate speed limits in residential neighborhoods or do not pay attention to pedestrians may cause accidents that can result in serious injuries.

Parking Lots

Collisions can occur at shopping centers, apartment complexes, and other parking areas. Backup accidents can take place when drivers do not look for pedestrians or other vehicles. Drivers may strike pedestrians when they speed through parking areas or fail to stop when required. Even though these accidents may take place at low speeds, they can still lead to serious injuries.

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Forms of Driver Negligence That Can Cause Car Accidents

Certain unsafe driving behaviors show up again and again in car accident cases. Violations of traffic laws or other forms of negligence can increase the risks of a collision. Drivers may be held responsible for negligence such as:

Speeding: When people drive faster than the posted speed limit, they can put others at risk. At higher speeds, more time will be needed to come to a stop. A driver who is speeding may have no way to slow down in time to avoid hitting another vehicle or pedestrian. Drivers who are speeding will also have less time to react to sudden changes in traffic or other hazards, and they will be more likely to lose control and cause collisions.
Tailgating: Drivers need to make sure they have enough room to stop safely when they are following behind other vehicles. A person who travels closely behind another vehicle may have no way to stop when traffic slows down suddenly. Tailgating is a common cause of rear-end collisions.
Distracted Driving: Texting while driving is known to be dangerous. Even though drivers are prohibited from texting while behind the wheel, many people violate the law and use their phones. Doing so can prevent a driver from noticing important details and limit their ability to respond in time to potential hazards. Other distractions can also be dangerous, including making phone calls, using navigation apps, adjusting a radio or environmental controls, grooming, eating, or reaching for objects in the back seat or on the floor of a vehicle.
Intoxicated Driving: The use of alcohol or drugs can lead to impairments that make it impossible for a person to drive safely. A driver who is intoxicated will be more likely to engage in dangerous behavior, and their physical coordination, reaction time, and vision will be affected, which can prevent them from being able to avoid a collision. Driving under the influence can lead to criminal charges, and a driver may be held liable for the harm caused to others by their reckless and dangerous behavior.

Other Factors That Can Contribute to Car Accidents

In addition to negligence by drivers, other issues may play a role in a car crash. Vehicle maintenance issues like worn brakes, bald tires, or malfunctioning headlights can affect a driver's ability to stop, steer, or see other vehicles. A vehicle owner may be held liable for an accident that was caused by their failure to maintain their vehicle correctly.

Dangerous roads or poorly designed intersections can also play a part in causing accidents. Malfunctioning traffic signals, missing signs, potholes, or other issues can all make it harder for drivers to navigate roads or intersections safely. When a road was unreasonably dangerous, a government entity responsible for design and maintenance may be held liable for an accident.

Weather conditions such as rain, fog, snow, and ice can reduce visibility on the road while also affecting the traction of vehicles. Drivers will need to adjust their speed in these conditions and take extra care to ensure that they can operate their vehicles safely. A driver who drives unsafely during poor weather may be responsible for causing a collision.

Our considerable experience and focus on personal injury law can give you a significant advantage, because we will use our knowledge and skills to protect your best interests. If insurers do not offer full compensation through settlement negotiations, Attorney Whitlock is a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom.

Contact Our Hanover, MD Car Accident Attorney

Determining the causes of a car accident will often require a careful investigation of the scene, the vehicles involved, and the actions of drivers. At Whitlock Law, our attorney can work with injury victims to obtain compensation for the damages suffered in car accidents. To speak with our Hanover car accident lawyer, call 301-565-1655 and set up a free consultation.

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We serve personal injury clients throughout Maryland, including Rockville, Potomac, Olney, Aspen Hills, Damascus, Hagerstown, Middletown, Bethesda, Germantown, Kensington, Gaithersburg, Chevy Chase, Frederick, Urbana, Clarksburg, Greenbelt, Upper Marlboro, College Park, Beltsville, Largo, Laurel, Columbia, Ellicott City, Pikesville, Owings Mills, Towson, Reisterstown, Essex, Parkville, Randallstown, Linthicum Heights, Baltimore, Annapolis, Crofton, Severn, Severna Park, Glen Burnie, Westminster, Sykesville, Silver Spring, Langley Park, Riverdale Park, Wheaton, Glenmont, Highlandtown, Hyattsville, and Bowie.

We serve personal injury and criminal defense clients throughout Virginia, including Arlington, Chesapeake, Newport News, McLean, Herndon, Leesburg, Ashburn, Sterling, Reston, Richmond, Suffolk, Roanoke, Lynchburg, Centreville, Charlottesville, Annandale, Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, Vienna, Front Royal, Falls Church, Oakton, Purcellville, Hampton, Portsmouth, Woodbridge, Gainesville, Fredericksburg, Glen Allen, Fairfax, Manassas, Alexandria, Norfolk.

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Hanover, Maryland Car Accident Lawyer

Case Spotlight

No Case is too Small or too Big.

I had an outstanding experience with Whitlock Law after my auto accident.

I had an accident a few months ago and they were very personable and quick to take care of me and my case.

Morgan is the best.

Attorney Helping Auto Accident Victims Hold Negligent Drivers Responsible in Hanover

Call 301-565-1655 Today to Schedule a Free Consultation

Where Car Accidents Can Happen

Intersections

Highways

Residential Streets

Parking Lots

Relentless in pursuit. Committed to the fight.

Forms of Driver Negligence That Can Cause Car Accidents

Other Factors That Can Contribute to Car Accidents

Contact Our Hanover, MD Car Accident Attorney

Practice Areas

Recent Blog Posts

Request a Case Evaluation

Silver Spring Office

Bowie Office

Frederick Office

Chesapeake Office

Manassas Office

Glen Allen Office

Leesburg Office

Severna Park Office

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Maryland 301-565-1655 | Virginia 703-576-5005