A car accident can turn your life upside down in seconds. Suddenly, you are dealing with serious injuries, mounting medical bills, lost income, and an insurance company that is not on your side. You need someone who will fight back hard and make sure you are not left holding the bag for someone else’s negligence.
Alison Mason Heurich, Esq., has recovered over $25 million for injured clients across Maryland and has the experience, track record, and tenacity to fight for every dollar you deserve. When your case is in her hands, you can focus on healing while she handles the fight.
How Negligence Causes Car Accidents
Most car accident cases come down to one thing: negligence. You do not have to prove that another driver meant to hurt you. You only have to show that they failed to use reasonable care and that their failure caused your injuries.
Common examples of driver negligence include:
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Distracted driving, including texting, talking on the phone, eating, or personal grooming
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Speeding or driving too fast for weather, road, or traffic conditions
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Running a red light or stop sign
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Failure to yield or use turn signals
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Unsafe passing or failure to maintain lane
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Following too closely
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Transporting inadequately secured cargo
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Drunk driving or driving while impaired by drugs, whether prescription, over-the-counter, or recreational
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Driving while fatigued or drowsy
When another driver’s negligence causes your accident, their insurance company can be held financially responsible for your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
When the Driver Is Not the Only Responsible Party
Not every car accident is caused solely by a negligent driver. Defective vehicles and dangerous road conditions can also play a significant role in causing a crash or making injuries worse than they otherwise would have been.
If a defective vehicle contributed to your accident or injuries, potential liable parties may include the automaker, dealership, parts manufacturer or seller, repair shop, rental company, or others in the supply chain. If a defective or poorly maintained roadway was a factor, the government agency responsible for designing, constructing, or maintaining that road may be held liable. These cases involve very short filing deadlines and different rules than standard negligence claims, so acting quickly is critical.
What to Do After a Car Accident
The steps you take immediately after a crash can have a direct impact on your case. If you are involved in an accident:
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Call 911 if there are any injuries
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Photograph the damage to both vehicles and their positions at the scene
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Get the other driver’s name, tag number, and insurance information
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Contact a car accident lawyer as soon as possible
Insurance companies move fast to protect their bottom line. The sooner you have an attorney in your corner, the better positioned you are to protect your rights and your claim.
Why Choose Alison Mason Heurich, Esq., for Car Accident Claims in Waldorf, MD?
Alison Mason Heurich is not a typical personal injury attorney. She earned her Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law and went on to work at one of the most prestigious law firms in Washington, D.C., Akin Gump Strauss Hauer and Feld, LLP, before devoting her career to fighting for injured people in Maryland. She has successfully handled hundreds of complex personal injury cases and has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 40 Under 40 attorney and by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in both Maryland and Washington, D.C. She holds a perfect 10/10 Superb rating on Avvo.
What truly sets Alison apart is how she approaches every case. She is aggressive with insurance companies and relentless in pursuing maximum compensation for her clients. She represents car accident victims in Waldorf, Charles County, and throughout Southern Maryland, and she takes cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless she wins. You will never be asked to put money upfront to get her fighting for you.
Get the Help You Need Now
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in a car accident, do not wait. The at-fault driver’s insurance company is already working against you. Alison Mason Heurich, Esq., is ready to go to work for you today.
Call 240-346-4883 or email her office to schedule a case review. She proudly serves clients in Waldorf, Charles County, and the surrounding Southern Maryland area.
