WGK Personal Injury Lawyers | April 23, 2025 | Personal Injury
Maryland can be a challenging state in which to file personal injury claims. Unlike many other states, it places caps on non-economic damages for all types of personal injury claims. While this can limit the amount of compensation accident victims can recover, there is still a large number of personal injury lawsuits and insurance claims in the state. The following are the most common types of claims.
Vehicle Accidents
Perhaps the most prevalent type of personal injury claim is for car accidents. This is partly because cars are so common and partially because the injury claim for car accidents is very structured. Many car accident injury claims go entirely through insurance companies, never involving the courts in any way.
Workplace Accidents
When you are injured in the workplace, you are often covered by workers’ compensation insurance. Similar to car accident claims, workers’ compensation claims are highly structured. Typically, you won’t even be able to file a lawsuit.
However, this isn’t always the case. When an employer unfairly denies a claim or doesn’t have the required workers’ compensation insurance, you may be able to use the courts to pursue your claim. Also, if a third party contributed to your injury, you may be able to file a lawsuit, even if you are also eligible for workers’ compensation benefits.
Medical Malpractice
Unfortunately, medical malpractice claims generally have the strictest caps of any type of personal injury claim in Maryland. This lower cap compared to other kinds of personal injury cases is presumably a measure to limit frivolous medical malpractice claims. However, if you have a strong claim, it may still be worth pursuing damages.
Medical malpractice claims are based on the premise that you were injured by a medical professional because they ignored accepted medical practices. These cases often take a while to resolve because your lawyer will need to consult with experts in the medical field who can prove that you received improper care.
Wrongful Death
Another frequent type of personal injury claim in Maryland involves negligent actions that result in death. If a loved one died due to the actions of another party, you can file a wrongful death lawsuit against that party as long as your loved one would have been able to file a personal injury claim had they lived.
It’s important to note that only the spouse, parents, or children of the deceased may file a lawsuit in most circumstances.
Dog Bites
As a rule of thumb, if your dog bites someone, you are often responsible for any injuries that they suffer. Maryland uses a strict liability standard for dog bites. This means that even if the owner didn’t believe their dog was dangerous, they are responsible for handling and restraining the animal in a way that prevents injuries to others.
Premises Liability
When you are at any type of location open to the public, the owner of that location generally has a legal duty to ensure you are not in danger. This even applies to private property, such as stores and restaurants, where the public is free to enter. If you are injured because an owner is negligent, you can file a claim for compensation for that harm.
Getting Compensation In Maryland from a Personal Injury Claim
Despite the limits to non-economic damages in Maryland, if you are injured, it can still be well worth your effort to pursue a claim, as there are no such limits to economic damages. This compensation can make a significant difference in the overall outlook on your recovery after an accident.
If you are unsure which type of claim your case may fall under, it can be helpful to consult a personal injury attorney to explore your options.
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