Personal Injury Lawyers

Clinton Personal Injury Lawyers

When you have suffered critical injuries caused by another party’s negligence, it can feel as though nothing will ever be the same. Your entire world could be shattered, and the weight of astronomical medical bills, loss of income, and extreme emotional distress may be too much to bear. You do not have to let this traumatic experience take over your life. Our dedicated and compassionate Clinton personal injury lawyers from The Jaklitsch Law Group are here to help you through these difficult times.

In our 100+ years of combined legal advocacy, we have seen firsthand how challenging it can be for injury victims and accident survivors to pick up the pieces of their lives. It is our goal to guide you through the personal injury claims process so you can hold liable parties accountable and recover the fair compensation you deserve. Contact our injury lawyers to request a 100% free consultation to learn more about what your next step should be and what you could be awarded if your claim is successful.

When You Are Injured, The Jaklitsch Law Group is Here for You

You need a trial-proven injury lawyer who will act as your strongest legal advocate when you are seriously injured or fall ill due to the negligent or wrongful actions of another in Prince George’s County. Whether you have suffered a traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, third-degree burn, a broken bone, or are dealing with extreme emotional trauma, our legal team may be able to help you bring the at-fault party to justice. Here are some of the most common types of accidents we handle:

Motor Vehicle Accident Claims

According to Zero Deaths Maryland and data from the Maryland Department of Transportation MVA Highway Safety Office, 2022 was one of the most deadly years for motor vehicle accidents. There were 534 fatalities, 28,024 injuries, and a total of 108,443 total collisions. It should come as no surprise that one of the most common types of cases our injury attorneys handle involves motor vehicle collisions. These can involve:

• Pedestrian accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Commercial truck accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Drunk driving accidents
• Distracted driving accidents
• Car accidents
• Rideshare accidents

Medical Malpractice

Your injury attorney with The Jaklitsch Law Group has extensive experience handling medical malpractice claims. According to the Maryland State Department of Health’s Office of Healthcare Quality, in fiscal year 2022, more than 800 cases of medical malpractice were reported, 92 of which were classified at the most serious level. With numbers this high, it is critical for victims of medical malpractice to take action against their negligent healthcare providers. Otherwise, medical professionals will continue to get away with mistakes and errors that cost people their livelihoods and lives. 

If you are pursuing a medical malpractice claim in Maryland, it is important to note that there is a cap of $890,000 on non-economic damages as of 2024. This cap increases by $15,000 at the beginning of each year, according to House Bill 996 by the Maryland General Assembly.

Premises Liability

Many injury law firms see multiple types of premises liability cases. These types of accidents generally occur on someone else’s property and are caused by the negligence of the property owner, manager, or other third party. Some of the most common types of premises liability cases we handle at The Jaklitsch Law Group include:

• Dog bites and animal attacks
• Slip and fall accidents
• Swimming pool drownings
• Public nuisance cases
• Negligent security claims
• Stair and ladder accidents
• Construction site accidents
• Parking lot accidents
• Supermarket accidents
• Hotel accidents

Defective Product Lawsuits

Product liability lawsuits can affect consumers across virtually every industry. Defective products claims generally involve a failure to warn consumers of the inherent risks of a product, manufacturing errors, or design flaws. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), some of the most common types of defective products that cause debilitating injuries include:

• Baby equipment
• Child’s toys
• Heavy machinery
• Power tools
• Auto parts
• Medical devices and equipment
• Prescription medications
• Chemicals
• Tobacco
• Food products
• Firearms
• Cosmetics

The Personal Injury Claims Process Does Not Need to Be Intimidating

Our personal injury lawyers find that many accident survivors are initially hesitant to move forward with their claims. This is generally because they have a healthy fear of the unknown. However, once you have an in-depth understanding of how the claims process works, you may feel empowered to take action against those responsible. Every person’s case is different, so keep that in mind as you review this brief overview of the Maryland personal injury claims process:

• You hire a personal injury law firm to take on your case
• We begin by investigating the cause of the accident
• Our team collects evidence that can be used to prove the defendant’s liability
• You continue focusing on healing from your injuries and learning to cope with lasting physical trauma and emotional distress
• Your personal injury lawyer reviews your damages at length to determine how much your lawsuit is worth
• We consider whether you have the right to file a claim with the insurance company and determine how much the insurance company is obligated to pay you
• Our legal team negotiates with the insurance company until we reach a fair settlement
• If insurance is not enough to cover your damages or the liable party does not have insurance coverage in place, we prepare to bring your personal injury claim to trial
• In court, your personal injury attorney goes before the judge and jury to present the compelling case we have built and argue for reasonable compensation for your damages and suffering

You Are Entitled to Just Compensation for Your Suffering and Damages

Our personal injury lawyers are prepared to do everything in our power to recover maximum compensation for your damages. While you may hope to avoid going to trial, it is important to consider the possibility of going to court and embracing all potential avenues for financial relief. Many liable parties have insurance coverage in place that offers compensation for specific types of covered losses as described by the policyholder’s insurance policy.

Unfortunately, insurance coverage rarely, if ever, covers every single loss related to an accident. Generally, insurance covers a portion of your medical expenses, property damages, and, in some instances, lost wages. Insurance does not usually offer coverage for non-economic damages, which are often equally, if not more so, impactful than economic losses.

Economic Damages Are Easiest to Calculate

Economic damages are also commonly referred to as special damages. They are usually the easiest to calculate because they come with fixed monetary values. For example, you will know exactly how much your vehicle repairs cost after a car accident when the repair shop gives you a receipt or quote for repair costs. You have the right to be repaid for every single economic expense related to your injuries and the accident that caused them. Some of the most common types of economic damages our personal injury attorneys seek include:

• Loss of income, wages, tips, and salaries
• The cost of unexpected childcare
• Loss of health insurance coverage provided by your employer
• Ambulance bills and co-pays
• The cost of medical equipment and devices
• Expenses related to reconstructive surgery or medical treatment
• Costs of household maintenance and upkeep when your injuries prevent you from being able to complete daily living tasks
• Medical treatment and care as it relates to your accident and resulting injuries
• Damage to your credit report and score, making it difficult for you to meet your financial goals or cover outstanding expenses related to the accident
• Personal property damages, including the cost of repairing or replacing damaged or destroyed electronic devices

Do Not Sleep On The Emotional Cost

Non-economic damages are another type of compensation you can be awarded after suffering a debilitating injury. Non-economic damages consist of pain, suffering, and the emotional toll of your accident. In addition, they are far more difficult to calculate than economic losses. This is because their value is entirely subjective. Without a fixed monetary value, your personal injury lawyer can more accurately evaluate the significant impact of these losses on your life.

Some examples of potentially recoverable non-economic damages under Maryland General Laws §3–2A–09 could include:

• Embarrassment caused by disfigurement or skin scarring
• Your inability to maintain close relationships with family and friends
• Loss of an intimate spousal relationship
• Excruciating physical and chronic pain
• Reduced quality of life and difficulty completing daily living tasks
• Mental anguish, emotional distress, and psychological trauma
• Feelings of indignity, shame, shock, fear, or anticipation

Punitive Damages Are a Rarely Awarded Type of Compensation

It is more common than you might think for injury victims like you to wonder whether punitive damages will be awarded in their case. This is because punitive damages have a reputation for dramatically increasing injury victim’s settlements. Unfortunately, punitive damages are not awarded in every personal injury case. In fact, according to the University of Baltimore Law Forum, punitive damages (also called exemplary damages) only apply when the defendant’s conduct is reprehensible, intentional, malicious, or grossly negligent.

Contrary to popular belief, punitive damages are not awarded to ensure victims receive their compensation. Instead, they are issued to ensure liable parties are punished to the fullest extent of the law and notify community members that the Clinton civil court system will take similar cases just as seriously. This can help deter future instances of gross negligence or maliciousness.