Insurance companies aren’t on your side—our job is to level the field.
Why You Need a Lawyer After a Car Crash
Trying to deal with the insurance company on your own might seem easy—but it often costs you in the long run. Maryland law follows a strict contributory negligence standard, which means that if you’re even 1% at fault, you could lose your right to compensation. Insurers know this and often try to twist your words, minimize your injuries, or rush you into accepting a low offer. We will not let that happen. As local auto accident lawyers in Fort Washington, we know Maryland’s liability rules, insurance claim practices, who to refer you to for treatment, and how to protect your rights from day one.
Common Causes of Car Accidents in Maryland
Understanding how the crash happened helps us build a stronger case.
Distracted Driving
Distractions can arise from speaking on the phone, texting, eating, adjusting PGS, or any other interesting “outside” obstruction.
Speeding or Aggressive Driving
Excessive speed on Route 5 or Route 210 often results in serious, avoidable collisions.
Drunk or Drugged Driving
If your accident was caused by a drunk driver, our team understands both the criminal and civil sides of these cases. However, even if YOU were intoxicated at the time of the accident this does not automatically mean you were the at fault driver and unable to be compensated for your injuries.
Running Red Lights or Stop Signs
Many of our clients were injured at intersections because another driver ignored basic traffic laws.
We calculate the full impact—not just your current bills.
What Damages Can You Recover?
As your legal team, we pursue every available form of compensation under Maryland law. This may include:
- Locating insurance policies from which you can recover
- Medical expenses (ER visits, follow-ups, physical therapy)
- Lost wages – current or future
- Pain and suffering
- Vehicle repair or replacement
- Long-term care needs
- PIP (Personal Injury Protection) benefits, if applicable
We work with our investigator, doctors, adjusters, and financial experts to ensure nothing gets missed.
From the first call to final resolution, we’re by your side.
How Palumbo, Palumbo, & Lovelace Can Help
We have handled car accident cases across Prince George’s County, Charles County, and Southern Maryland for over 30 years. Whether we’re negotiating with the insurance company or preparing for trial, we bring local insight, legal precision, and hands-on care to every case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Serving Drivers Across Southern Maryland
We proudly serve drivers and passengers injured in Fort Washington, Suitland, Clinton, Oxon Hill, Forrestville, Upper Marlboro, Waldorf, Prince Frederick, and communities throughout Prince George’s, Charles, Anne Arundel, and Calvert Counties. Our firm knows the local courts, the roadways, and the insurers you’re up against.