Kellie T. Barnes Attorney at Law helps women in Maryland when they’re injured in a car accident. Every car accident is different, but ones that leave you hurt have one thing in common: going to the hospital. But even that presents a lot of different options depending on the circumstances. Our team can make sure you get through the legal side of things. Set up a free consultation today.
What happens right after a car accident isn’t always the same for everyone. Hopefully, you’ll be able to go to the hospital on your own. But sometimes, the seriousness of your injuries takes that decision out of your hands. At that point, you’ll find yourself in an ambulance likely headed toward:
All of these hospitals are going to give you a basic level of care, but again, it’s about how serious your injuries are. That’s why hospitals are put at different levels:
Going to a hospital after a car accident is never ideal. On top of everything else you’re dealing with, women in your position often find that their symptoms aren’t being taken seriously. That’s why it’s important to know how the claims process works and what records you need in terms of backup.
The first day or two after an accident can feel like a blur. If you’re injured, most of your focus is on getting medical care and figuring out what just happened. But once things settle down, it’s about putting the right information together that can help your claim. Here’s what you can focus on:
As you probably know, women sometimes deal with an extra layer of frustration after a car accident. In some situations, symptoms aren’t taken seriously right away, or injuries develop gradually over time. But it’s never a good situation when your injuries aren’t taken seriously. Thankfully, the legal process is there to provide some relief.
After a car accident, the medical bills are usually the first thing people worry about. Emergency room visits, follow-up appointments, physical therapy—it can add up quickly. For many women, the financial stress becomes just as bad as the injuries themselves. And when you’re also dealing with car repairs, missed work, pain, and the emotional fallout, it’s pretty easy to get overwhelmed.
That’s why Maryland law allows you to file an injury claim and recover “damages.” To do that, you can either:
A big chunk of your damages is going to come from your medical care, but it’s meant to address everything you’ve lost and are going through. So generally, you’re looking at recovering costs for things like:
Remember, there’s a deadline in place here. Maryland injury claims have to be filed within two years of the date of the accident. Miss it, and you won’t be able to recover damages at all—no matter how strong your claim is.
A car accident doesn’t just leave you with injuries. It also leaves you dealing with paperwork, insurance adjusters, missed work, and a lot of uncertainty about what happens next. Our job at Kellie T. Barnes Attorney at Law is to make that process easier by helping you:
Whether you were treated at Anne Arundel Medical Center, taken to a trauma center in Baltimore, or visited another hospital after your car accident, you don’t have to figure everything out on your own. We can walk you through your options and help you decide what steps make sense next. Set up a free consultation today.
