What Incidents Can An Accident Attorney Help With?

Getting injured in an accident can be a traumatic experience with long-lasting effects on your physical and emotional well-being. While car accidents are typically thought of as the only incidents that require legal intervention from an accident attorney in Maryland, our Murphy, Falcon & Murphy team is well-equipped to handle a wide range of cases. Our Baltimore lawyers can provide advice and legal protection beyond just motor vehicle accidents.

Explore the diverse scenarios in which we can provide valuable assistance and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve!

Someone injured after slipping and falling.

Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere, from a poorly maintained property to a wet floor in a grocery store. Property owners and workplace managers have a legal duty to maintain a safe environment for visitors or employees on their premises. A Baltimore accident attorney can help you build a strong case by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and proving negligence on the part of the property owner or manager.

Someone speaking to a lawyer after a workplace accident.

Workplace Injuries

Speaking of which, workplace accidents can happen at any time and are not unheard of; they can result in severe injuries that require extensive medical treatment and extended time away from work. In Maryland, state workers’ compensation laws protect employees injured while on the job. However, an accident attorney can help ensure you receive the fair compensation you’re entitled to, including medical expenses, lost wages, and potential disability benefits.

Medical malpractice.

 

Medical Malpractice

Our Maryland accident attorneys can also assist with representing you when it comes to medical malpractice and other related injuries. Medical professionals have a duty to provide a certain standard of care to their patients. But negligence or medical errors — whether during surgery, birth, medication administration, diagnosis, or treatment — can lead to severe consequences.

Murphy, Falcon & Murphy accident attorneys can help you understand and navigate complex medical laws and advocate for your rights, whether through negotiation or in court.

Product Recall.

Product Liability

Defective products can cause harm to adults and children alike, ranging from minor injuries to life-threatening consequences. You or your family member may need a Baltimore accident attorney, even when injuries are not caused by another person’s actions. 

If a product’s design, manufacturing process, or marketing is found to be faulty you may be entitled to compensation. This can be the case whether the product’s parent company issues a recall notice or not. The right legal professional can help determine liability and ensure that manufacturers, distributors, or retailers are held accountable for their negligence.

A dog about to bite.

Dog Bites

While everyone should feel safe walking their dog outside and meeting up with other people, disaster can strike due to irresponsible dog owners. Being attacked or bitten by a dog can easily result in physical injuries, emotional trauma, and even expensive medical bills. If you’re in this situation, a lawyer can provide legal insight into Maryland’s dog bite laws and help hold dog owners responsible for their pet’s actions.

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Contact Our Maryland Accident Attorneys Now

While car accidents may be the most recognized incidents that require the expertise of an accident attorney, it’s important to understand that our services extend far beyond automotive accidents. Our professionals have the expertise and experience to build a strong case on your behalf, ensuring that you receive the justice you deserve.

Learn more and determine if you have a solid legal case with Murphy, Falcon & Murphy in Baltimore.