I drove defensively but still ended up the victim of a Columbia, MD car crash. Now what?

We understand your frustration at becoming the victim of a Columbia, MD car crash even though you drove defensively. Unfortunately, you can’t always prevent such wrecks from taking place no matter how safe you drive. What you can do, however, is take the right steps after the accident to increase your chances of receiving the compensation you deserve. Here, a lawyer tells what you should do after you are involved in a Howard County car accident.

Take Care of Yourself

If you are injured in a Maryland car wreck, the first thing you will likely do is visit the doctor, and you are right to do so. However, even if you don’t feel injured, you should still receive an examination. Painful injuries can show up days after an accident. Additionally, doing so allows the doctor to create a record of your visit and any treatments you receive, which can help you if you if you go to trial.

Hire a Lawyer

Medical bills and vehicle repairs can become quite costly. Unless you have a lawyer fighting for your rights, you may end up paying for these bills yourself. If you are the victim of an accident, we don’t believe you should have to pay for these expenses yourself. When you have a lawyer on your side, you increase your chances of receiving the compensation you deserve.

For more information and to speak to a lawyer about your Columbia, MD car crash, call the law offices of Jimeno & Gray, P.A., at (410) 590-9401. We can tell you if you are entitled to compensation and will do all we can to help you receive it.

Request your free copy of the book A Crash Course in Maryland Accidents, written by Columbia car crash lawyer Gregory Jimeno, when you call.