Check for Personal Injuries & Car Damages
Immediately after a car crash, safety is the first priority. Here's what you should do:
- Check yourself and passengers for injuries: If you or anyone else is seriously injured, call 911 for... Read More
Can You Claim a Car Accident Without a Police Report?
Yes, it's possible to submit a car accident claim without a police report, but it may complicate things. For minor accidents in Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Maryland, the law doesn't require you to file a police report. However, without it, you'll need to develop alternative evidence to support your claim. Possibilities...
Read MoreWhat Happens if My Uber Driver Gets in an Accident?
Rideshare services have become popular based on convenience and pricing. The benefits are attractive, but you may wonder what happens if your Uber driver gets in an accident. The issues that arise if you’re injured could be complicated. You can, however, put your mind at ease. The rideshare accident team at Koonz,...
Read MoreWhat Happens if You Don’t Exchange Information After an Accident?
Under certain circumstances, drivers involved in a collision may fail to exchange information while they’re at the scene of the accident. Failing to exchange information is, however, a situation that should be avoided. The team at Koonz, McKenney, Johnson & DePaolis, LLP knows what happens if you don't exchange information after an...
Read MoreWhen Does a Car Accident Go to Court?
If you or a loved one suffered an injury in a car accident, you probably have a lot of questions. Who will pay for my medical bills? How long will it take to get a settlement? When does a car accident go to court? The car accident attorneys at Koonz, McKenney,...
Read MoreWhat Causes Most Rear-End Accidents?
Most drivers are aware of how common rear-end accidents are and have likely had several close calls themselves. For those looking to increase their own safety or gather necessary information for filing an accident claim, the question arises as to what causes most rear-end accidents.
At Koonz, McKenney, Johnson...
Read MoreWhere Do Most Crashes Happen?
Vehicle collisions can occur almost anywhere, including driveways and parking lots. Of course, roadways are where the greater number of vehicle-related deaths and serious injuries take place.
You can drive more defensively when you maintain awareness of where most crashes happen. Wherever a crash occurs, if another driver’s negligence...
Read MoreHow Long After a Car Accident Can You Claim Injury?
Car accidents happen daily, injuring around 3 million people every year in the U.S. and causing thousands of fatalities. How long after a car accident can you claim injury? The statute of limitations differs depending on the state where the accident happened, and you must adhere to the laws in that...
Read MoreCan You Get Fired for Crashing a Company Car?
Access to a company car can be a great perk, but it also comes with added responsibility. If you get in an accident while driving your company vehicle, you may worry about who will pay the bills and whether you might lose your job because of it. Can you get fired for...
Read MoreIs Maryland a No-Fault State?
When you experience a car accident because of someone else's negligent behavior, it goes without saying that you should receive financial compensation for your damages. In the state of Maryland, seeking such compensation starts with understanding if Maryland is a no-fault state for motor vehicle accidents.
Maryland crash data...
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