5 Tips for Handling a Rental Car Accident in Maryland

If you're involved in a rental car accident in Maryland, there are several things you'll need to do after the accident, one of which is speaking with a Baltimore County injury attorney who can help you through the process of your accident case. 

5 Tips to Handle Your Rental Car Accident in Maryland 

• File Police Report - even if there were no major injuries, you'll still want to call the local police so they can fill out a report;
• Collect Information - document every detail about the accident to make the claims process run more smoothly, including witness statements, contact information, identification of any attending police or medical personnel, and the make/model/tag numbers of the vehicles;
• Write down Towing Information - if your rental car must be towed, write down the contact information for the towing company, including the driver's name, the company's location and the tow truck tag number;
• Call Credit Card Companies - contact your credit card companies; you may have secondary rental car insurance with them, which could help cover the costs of the accident; and
• Take Photos - take plenty of photos of the accident scene, as well as of all the damage. This will provide evidence to prove your case. 

After your rental car accident in Maryland, you should work with a Baltimore County injury attorney, who can help you deal with the insurance company and look out for your interests. 

Contacting a Baltimore County Injury Attorney

Maryland's contributory negligence statute makes it more difficult for Maryland accident victims to recover sufficient compensation when someone else is at fault for your accident. This doesn't have to spell the end of your case! Protect your rights and give your Maryland personal injury case the advantage of experienced legal counsel by teaming with a Baltimore County injury attorney from Jimeno and Gray. Contact us today for a no-cost consultation - 1-410-590-9401.