Car Accident Lawyers in Baltimore, MD
Did you sustain injuries in a Baltimore, MD auto accident that someone else caused?
Are you struggling with expensive medical bills and lost income? You may have the right to compensation, and Greenberg Law Offices can manage your legal case while you heal.
For decades, our attorneys have represented Baltimore residents injured in serious car accidents. We’ve seen firsthand how quickly medical bills, missed work, and insurance disputes can overwhelm families after a crash. Our goal is to take that burden off your shoulders.
You can contact or visit our Baltimore office at 6 E. Biddle Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 for an initial case evaluation.
Why Clients Choose Greenberg Law Offices?
- Over 100 years of combined experience in Baltimore, MD car accident cases: Our Baltimore car accident lawyers have over 100 years of combined experience representing injury victims throughout Maryland. During that time, we’ve handled cases ranging from rear-end collisions and distracted driving crashes to catastrophic injury claims resulting in lifelong disabilities. This experience helps us anticipate the challenges that commonly arise in Maryland car accident cases.
- No win, no fee: You pay nothing unless we recover money for your accident claim. Call now or complete our contact form for a free, no-obligation consultation with our Baltimore car accident law firm.
Recent Case Results
- $1,200,000 settlement in an auto crash case
- $665,780 Jury verdict in an auto crash case
- $400,000 settlement for an auto crash
Awards and Affiliations
- Super Lawyers® – Lawrence Greenberg was named to the Maryland Super Lawyers Top 100 list from 2015–2026 and recognized as Top 5: Personal Injury Plaintiff, Maryland Super Lawyers (2026).
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 – Recognized as the nation’s top trial lawyers in civil plaintiff and criminal defense law
- America’s Top 100 Attorneys – Made the 0.5% of practicing attorneys in the U.S. who demonstrate exceptional experience, case results, and community impact.
- Lawyers of Distinction 2026
Recent Client Testimonials
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“I wish I could give them 10 stars. My husband had a very horrible car accident back in January.
Michelle has literally held our hands and walked us through the process. Having such good communication and understanding of our situation made things a lot easier.
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– Amanda Rose
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Our Attorneys Experienced in Maryland Car Accident Cases
- Lawrence “Larry” S. Greenberg has decades of experience representing Maryland injury victims in serious car accident and liability claims in state and federal court.
- Matt Rogers represents injured clients in Maryland personal injury matters and graduated cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law.
Maryland Contributory Negligence Rule in Baltimore Car Accident Cases
Maryland follows one of the strictest fault rules in the country.
Under the state’s contributory negligence law, an injured person may be unable to recover compensation if the defense proves that their own carelessness contributed to the crash, even in a small way.
Insurers may use this rule in Baltimore car accident cases to argue that a driver was speeding, distracted, failed to signal, failed to brake in time, or otherwise contributed to the collision.
Very few other states still follow the doctrine of contributory negligence in car accidents and other personal injury cases.
Most of them have moved toward more lenient comparative negligence-based systems in which a person who contributes to an accident can still recover compensation, albeit in a reduced amount.
In some states, a person who is 99 percent at fault may still recover 1 percent of the compensation they’re awarded, but many states place an upper fault limit of 50 or 51 percent, past which a person cannot recover compensation.
Because Maryland’s system is so strict, it’s important to have a car accident lawyer on your side who can push back against unfair attempts to blame you for the accident and prevent you from recovering the compensation you deserve.
Laws and Insurance Rules That Can Affect Your Car Accident Claim in Baltimore
A variety of Maryland laws and insurance rules can shape what happens after a Baltimore car accident by influencing how insurers handle the claim, as explained below:
- Statute of Limitations – Maryland law gives you three years from the date your claim accrues to file a lawsuit in most personal injury cases. Waiting too long can prevent you from bringing the case to court.
- Minimum Liability Insurance – Maryland law requires drivers to carry at least $30,000 in bodily injury coverage per person, $60,000 per accident, and $15,000 for property damage.
- Uninsured Motorist Coverage – State law also requires drivers to carry uninsured motorist coverage, which may apply when the at-fault driver has no insurance or not enough insurance to pay for the losses.
- Personal Injury Protection – Optional PIP coverage may help pay certain medical expenses or lost wages after a crash, regardless of which driver was at fault.
- Accident Reporting Duties – Drivers involved in injury crashes have a duty to report the crash to the police and to provide proof of insurance under Maryland law.
How Fault Is Determined in Baltimore Car Accident Cases
Who’s at fault in a Baltimore car accident depends on whether one or more drivers failed to act with reasonable care.
Determining fault in car accident cases involves looking at what the drivers did in the moments before the crash and the context in which they acted.
The strictness of Maryland’s contributory negligence rule can lead to contentious disputes over fault.
As a result, your Baltimore car accident lawyer will gather and review a wide range of evidence to determine precisely what happened and prepare a persuasive case against the other driver.
Helpful evidence in these cases may include:
- Medical records connecting injuries to the collision
- Police accident reports
- Citations issued after the crash
- Photos of vehicle damage and the crash scene
- Traffic camera or dashboard camera footage
- Statements from drivers, passengers, and witnesses
- Skid marks, debris patterns, and final vehicle positions
- Cell phone records
- Accident reconstruction reports
- Repair estimates and vehicle inspection findings
How We Investigate Car Accident Cases
Determining Who Caused the Car Crash
You must prove in a Baltimore, MD car accident claim (or in any auto accident in Maryland) that someone else — usually another driver, but not always — caused the car crash because they were negligent.
This means someone failed to take reasonable steps to avoid causing a car wreck, such as a driver who doesn’t check their blind spot before changing lanes and sideswipes another vehicle.
In the car accident cases we handle across Baltimore, we carefully comb through all the available evidence to determine whose actions or failure to act caused the auto wreck.
For example, footage from traffic or surveillance cameras may show that a driver was following you too closely or weaving through traffic. Similarly, an eyewitness may have seen the driver who hit you looking at their phone or with a drink in their hand.
Documenting Your Losses From the Collision
We’ve found that many accident victims often underestimate the long-term costs of their injuries, especially when future medical treatment, physical therapy, or reduced earning capacity are involved.
Our attorneys work to identify both current and expected losses from the auto collision before settlement discussions begin.
For instance, we can use your medical records and testimony from your doctors to document your current injuries, any long-term disabilities that may result from them, and the cost of your medical treatment.
Likewise, we can use your pay stubs, tax records, and other documents to demonstrate your financial stress from the motor vehicle accident.
Gathering Evidence of Emotional Harm
Over the years, we’ve seen how serious accidents affect entire families, not just the person who was physically injured.
Spouses, children, and caregivers often experience significant emotional and financial strain as well. Because of this, our attorneys like to meet with not only our clients but also their families.
Common Types of Car Accidents
Some common types of auto accidents that we at Greenberg Law Offices handle include the following:
- Speeding accidents
- Distracted driving accidents
- Impaired driving accidents
- Tailgating accidents
- Head-on accidents
- Rear-end accidents
- Sideswipe accidents
- T-bone/side-impact accidents
- Intersection accidents
- Failure-to-yield accidents
- Hit-and-run accidents
- Uninsured motorist accidents
- Uber/Lyft accidents
These accidents may occur due to a variety of factors, many of which relate to another driver’s negligence. Some examples include impaired driving, speeding, distracted driving, fatigued driving, reckless driving behaviors, following too closely, and failing to yield.
Steps to Take After a Car Accident in Baltimore, MD
Follow these steps after a Baltimore car accident to protect your health and legal rights:
- Call 911 and try to remain safe while you are waiting for the police and paramedics to arrive
- Avoid admitting fault or apologizing.
- Collect information at the scene. If possible, get the insurance information of all the people involved in the crash, including witnesses. If you are able, take photos of the scene and vehicles involved.
- Once it is safe to leave, seek medical attention, if necessary. One of the most common mistakes we see is waiting too long to seek treatment because symptoms initially seem minor. Understand that some injuries may not be apparent right away, so if the pain gets worse, see a doctor or go to the hospital or an urgent care facility.
- Do not speak with an insurance company without calling your skilled attorney at the Greenberg Law Offices.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions. Once you’ve seen a doctor immediately after the crash, make sure to follow their instructions. Attend all follow-up appointments and take your medications precisely as described. Not doing so can make your injuries seem less severe than they are.
- Don’t discuss your case. Avoid talking about the crash or your injuries with anyone other than a lawyer, as you may say something that hurts your claim. Be especially careful when talking to insurance companies. Never accept any offers from an insurer or give a recorded statement without talking to a lawyer.
- Save your medical records and receipts. You’ll need these documents to demonstrate the full extent of your losses from the accident. Keep them in a safe place for later use.
What Are Typical Injuries Resulting from a Car Accident?
Car accidents in Baltimore and throughout Maryland often cause severe injuries, including the following:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- External injuries to the head and face
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Spinal cord injuries, including partial or complete paralysis
- Whiplash and other neck injuries
- Ruptured discs and other back injuries
- Broken ribs, wrists, legs, or other bone fractures
- Sprains, strains, muscle tears, and other soft-tissue injuries
- Severe bruises and lacerations
- Crushed, severed, or amputated limbs
- PTSD and other forms of emotional distress
Who Could Be Held Liable for a Car Wreck in Baltimore?
Many people assume another driver is always the only responsible party.
However, our experience handling Baltimore car accident claims has shown that multiple parties may share liability depending on the circumstances of the crash, including the following:
Driver error is a common factor in many Baltimore car accidents. Another driver who injures you because they were speeding, tailgating, distracted, intoxicated, or negligent in some other way is liable for your injuries.
Trucking companies, delivery companies, and other businesses that employ drivers are sometimes liable for accidents if the company’s actions contributed to the crash. For example, a trucking company might be liable for a crash if the company encouraged a driver to ignore required breaks under federal Hours of Service Many companies also have a legal duty to maintain their vehicles properly and may be liable for crashes resulting from improper maintenance.
Vehicle defects contribute to many vehicle accidents in Baltimore and Maryland. For instance, defective brakes, tires, or steering systems can cause a driver to suddenly lose control of their vehicle and crash. The automaker or the company responsible for building or designing the defective component typically is at fault for these accidents.
Government agencies (typically local or state governments) might be responsible for a crash if poor maintenance (e.g., failing to fix potholes) or sloppy road design (e.g., poor signage or unmarked intersections) contributed to the accident. Cases against government agencies involve special rules and shorter deadlines, so it’s essential to contact a lawyer immediately if you suspect a negligent government agency contributed to your injuries.
While drivers must watch for pedestrians and cyclists in areas with significant foot or bicycle traffic, pedestrians and cyclists must also watch out for cars and cross streets at designated crosswalks or intersections. A pedestrian or cyclist who suddenly darts into the streets and causes a car accident may be liable for the crash.
What Damages Can You Recover After a Maryland Auto Accident?
Broadly speaking, your car accident claim may seek compensation for your financial and personal losses resulting from the collision.
The precise amounts and types of compensation you pursue will depend on the nature and severity of your injuries and their anticipated long-term impact on your life. Some examples of the losses for which Greenberg Law Offices helps clients seek financial recovery include the following:
- Emergency room care, hospital bills, surgery, and follow-up treatment
- Physical therapy, medication, medical equipment, and future medical care needs
- Lost wages from time missed at work
- Reduced earning capacity if your injuries limit your future work
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Pain, suffering, emotional distress, and diminished quality and enjoyment of life
Factors That Determine Settlement Amounts for a Car Accident in Baltimore, MD
Car accident settlement amounts can vary widely because every claim depends on the unique facts and circumstances surrounding the crash, such as:
- Severity of Injuries – Serious injuries typically increase the value of a claim because they require more extensive treatment and create greater disruption to the victim’s life.
- Medical Expenses – The need for emergency care, surgery, therapy, prescriptions, and future treatment can all increase a claim’s value.
- Lost Income – An injury that causes a long period of missed work or places long-term limits on a person’s earning ability may warrant higher compensation for the resulting financial losses.
- Pain and Suffering – Because of how this compensation is calculated, physical and emotional pain and suffering may be the most substantial portion of an injury claim and can greatly increase how much compensation a person is awarded.
- Insurance Limits – The available liability, uninsured motorist, and underinsured motorist coverage can all affect how much money is realistically available to compensate an injured person.
- Strength of Evidence – Having a high volume of clear records, photos, witness statements, and medical documentation can help support a stronger claim.
The Benefits of Hiring an Experienced Auto Accident Lawyer
You gain two primary advantages by hiring a Baltimore car accident attorney who handles cases throughout Maryland for your claim.
You’ll Focus on Healing
First, hiring a lawyer means you don’t have to handle your case yourself. Your attorney can investigate the crash, determine what caused it and who’s to blame, file a claim with the insurance companies, and represent you in settlement negotiations.
With an attorney, your life becomes simpler, leaving you more time and energy to focus on healing.
Experienced Legal Representation
The second critical advantage of hiring a car accident attorney in Baltimore is that you benefit from your lawyer’s knowledge and experience.
Throughout decades of negotiating with insurance carriers, we’ve seen adjusters use a variety of tactics to reduce payouts, including disputing medical treatment, questioning liability, or arguing that injuries were pre-existing.
Experienced legal representation can help counter these tactics.
Car Accident FAQs
Could I Recover Compensation if I’m Partly to Blame for a Car Accident?
In our experience, contributory negligence is one of the most common defenses raised by insurance companies in Maryland injury cases.
Even when the evidence strongly supports an injured victim’s claim, insurers often attempt to assign partial fault to avoid paying compensation.
Under a pure contributory negligence rule, anyone who contributes to their own injuries in an accident can’t recover compensation. Even if someone else bears most of the blame for the crash, any level of fault on your part bars you from recovering compensation.
This harsh rule underscores the importance of hiring an experienced car accident attorney to manage your case. Any mistake during the process, even if you played no role in the crash, could cause you to lose your case and keep you from recovering the money you need to rebuild your life.
Your lawyer can protect your rights throughout your claim and coach you on avoiding common mistakes.
What Compensation Could I Recover in a Car Accident Claim?
Your potential car accident compensation depends on your financial losses from the collision, your injuries, and other factors specific to your case. At Greenberg Law Offices, our Baltimore car accident lawyers can help you pursue compensation for the following:
- Your medical bills
- Your lost income and reduced future earning capacity
- Your pain and suffering
- Your emotional distress and diminished quality of life
- Your vehicle repair/replacement costs, along with the cost to repair or replace your other damaged property
How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit in Maryland?
In most cases, you have three years from the date of a crash in Baltimore or elsewhere in Maryland to file a car accident lawsuit.
We’ve handled cases where key evidence was no longer available because too much time had passed. Witness memories fade, surveillance footage can be erased, and physical evidence may disappear entirely.
For instance, critical evidence can disappear within days or weeks of a collision, making it harder to prove who caused your injuries.
Waiting to hire a lawyer or delaying your medical treatment can also undercut your case by suggesting that your injuries aren’t severe. The sooner you hire a lawyer, the more they can do to help you, and the greater your chances of winning your case.
Car Accident FAQs
Could I Recover Compensation if I’m Partly to Blame for a Car Accident?
Maryland uses a pure contributory negligence rule, which means anyone who contributes to their own injuries in an accident can’t recover financial compensation.
Even if someone else bears most of the blame for the crash, any level of fault on your part bars you from recovering compensation.
This harsh rule underscores the importance of hiring an experienced car accident lawyer to manage your personal injury case. Any mistake during the process, even if you played no role in the crash, could cause you to lose your case and keep you from recovering the money you need to rebuild your life.
Your lawyer can protect your rights throughout your claim and coach you on avoiding common mistakes.
What Compensation Could I Recover in a Car Accident Claim?
Your potential car accident compensation depends on your financial losses from the collision, your injuries, and other factors specific to your case.
At Greenberg Law Offices, our Baltimore car accident lawyers can help you pursue compensation for the following:
- Your medical bills
- Your lost income and reduced future earning capacity
- Your pain and suffering
- Your emotional distress and diminished quality of life
- Your vehicle repair/replacement costs, along with the cost to repair or replace your other damaged property
How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit in Maryland?
In most cases, you have three years from the date of a crash in Baltimore or elsewhere in Maryland to file a car accident lawsuit.
However, waiting to take legal action could have catastrophic effects on your case.
For instance, critical evidence can disappear within days or weeks of a collision, making it harder to prove who caused your injuries. Waiting to hire a lawyer or delaying your medical treatment can also undercut your case by suggesting that your injuries aren’t severe.
The sooner you hire a lawyer, the more they can do to help you, and the greater your chances of winning your case.
How long does a Baltimore car accident claim take?
The timeline of a Baltimore car accident case depends on the circumstances.
Personal injury claims may be faster to resolve when it’s clear who was at fault and the insurance company responds reasonably to a fully-documented demand letter.
When an injured person needs ongoing treatment for catastrophic injuries, or when the insurance company disputes their policyholder’s fault, it may take longer.
Additionally, whether a claim settles through insurance negotiations or proceeds to litigation can affect how long it takes to resolve. It may mean the difference between settling in several weeks or taking a year or more to go to trial.
Should I accept the first settlement offer from the insurance company?
Always be cautious about accepting a settlement offer from the other driver’s insurer.
You may receive an initial offer before you have any idea of the full cost of your medical treatment, how much income you might lose, and whether you’ll have any future care needs to account for. Once you sign a release, you usually can’t ask for more money later.
For this reason, have a Baltimore car accident lawyer review the offer with the available evidence in mind and determine whether it reflects the actual harm you’ve experienced.
