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5/26/2011
Gregory P Jimeno
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Pure Contributory Negligence and Your Maryland Personal Injury Claim

When you file a Maryland personal injury claim, you will have to show that you were not at fault for your accident or injuries. Since Maryland is a pure contributory negligence state, if you contributed to your injuries you will not be eligible for compensation in a personal injury claim.

Proving Negligence in a Maryland Personal Injury Claim

You can get the assistance of an Anne Arundel County, Maryland personal injury lawyer to help prove that the person who caused your injuries was 100% responsible for the accident and therefore: 

  • owed you a duty of care;
  • breached that duty; and
  • caused you to suffer damages. 


Additionally, you must have proof of the damages you suffered, such as medical bills for doctor's fees, hospital stays, diagnostic tests and prescription medication in addition to bills for any property damage.

If more than one party caused your injuries, each party will be responsible for paying a portion of your damages, based on their percentage of fault. Since Maryland personal injury claims can be very complex and risky, it would be in your best interest to consult with an Anne Arundel County, Maryland personal injury lawyer rather than try to handle a case on your own. To learn more about personal injury claims in Maryland, please visit our article library. 

Contacting a Car Accident Lawyer in Anne Arundel County, Maryland

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 an Annapolis, Maryland, car accident lawyer from Jimeno Gray. Contact us today for a no-cost consultation - 888-689-8769.



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