Personal Injury

A Maryland Serious Personal Injury Lawyer

If you have been injured in a car accident, or other accident that was caused by the negligence or misconduct of another person or organization, you may be entitled to receive significantly more monetary damages than the insurance adjuster offers. This is the Law Office of Patrick J. Crawford. I have helped numerous people collect the money they need to pay for medical bills, lost earnings and other costs that result from a personal injury, as well as to compensate them for the unnecessary pain and suffering that they have been forced to experience.

Car and truck accidents · Fatal accidents · Slip and fall · Motorcycle crash · Dog bites

Contact my office to discuss your accident and injury claim. I will explain the laws to you and help you decide whether you have a legitimate claim to seek money damages. I am committed to being responsive to your needs and paying close attention to the details of your case throughout the entire process. I am not a personal injury "mill" that promises a big settlement just to take your case, only to turn around and ask you to settle for an insignificant amount. After being injured in an accident, you and your family deserve the best effort from your attorney.

Contingency fees

In the area of personal injury, I work largely on a contingency fee basis. Under a pure contingency fee arrangement, you pay nothing up front. If you don't receive money in a settlement or jury award, you will not be liable for any costs or expenses incurred in your case, and you will not be charged any attorney's fees. It's that simple. The truth is that very few personal injury claims ever see a courtroom. Most are settled out of court, but only if the opposing lawyers know that they are up against a smart, tough and knowledgeable lawyer.

It will cost you nothing to find out if you have a case. Here are some questions that I am often asked by clients who call my office to discuss their accident. The answers provided here are intended only as general answers and should not be taken as legal advice. Contact my office to discuss the specifics of your car accident or other personal injury case.

The questions below are designed to help you further understand the many aspects of your personal injury situation.

Question: I was recently injured because of someone else, and I am contemplating seeking damages. Should I see a doctor?

Answer: Yes. You should see a doctor immediately. By seeking immediate medical attention, you ensure that the severity, consequences and costs of treating the injuries are minimized. In addition, you create a source of evidence as to the nature and cause of the injuries that can be used, if necessary, in a later court proceeding.

Question: I discovered my injury some time after the accident. Is it still possible to seek compensation?

Answer: Yes. Although the delay might create some difficulty in proving your case, it remains possible. An attorney can assess the likelihood of success in such a case.

Question: At the scene of the accident, I told someone that I was “okay.” Will that hurt my case?

Answer: An admission that you felt fine immediately after an accident may hurt a case that you were injured in the accident. However, the admission can be overcome if sufficient evidence exists that the injury occurred as a result of the accident but was not evident until later.

Question: My medical bills are small. Should I seek compensation?

Answer: Whether to seek compensation for minor injuries or for minimal medical expenses is a decision that you must ultimately make. Time and expense are likely to be involved in any action for damages, no matter how small, and you should factor these costs into the decision. An attorney may be able to help you by advising you on the likely time and expense of pursuing your case in court.

Contact me to arrange a consultation to discuss your case.