Personal Injuries

Southern Maryland Personal Injury Attorneys
Representing Personal Injuries in Charles County, Calvert County, St. Mary's County,
and Prince George's County

Nothing can prepare you for the trauma of a personal injury. Not only is the accident itself a harrowing experience, but the tumultuous aftermath can be overwhelming. We can help alleviate the stress of the situation, protect your rights and get you the compensation you need to get back on your feet.

Our experienced personal injury team can represent you for:

Truck Accidents
Accidents involving commercial trucks in Southern Maryland are among the most dangerous personal injuries on the road.  When large 18-wheeled trucks or dump trucks full of gravel collide with smaller vehicles, serious damage can occur including  the occupants being killed or permanently injured.  Many factors can contribute to the cause of an accident involving a tractor-trailer, big box truck or dump truck, such as driver inattention, failure to follow required rest schedules, failure to maintain the vehicles properly, overloading trucks, poor training and oversight of the drivers by the companies that employ them, excessive speed, etc. 

Southern Maryland has seen tremendous growth in larger trucks on the road in recent years.  Whether it is an 18-wheeler avoiding I-95 by traveling down Route 301 through Waldorf and LaPlata or a dump truck hauling gravel from the mining operations in the Charles County area, these big trucks can cause catastrophic injury if they are not safely maintained and operated.

All states including Maryland, D.C. and Virginia, as well as the federal government have laws dealing directly with commercial vehicles.  It is imperative that all aspects of the claim are investigated when dealing with a truck accident resulting is serious injury or death.  Will Greer handles automobile accidents involving large trucks.  He has the experience in dealing with trucking company lawyers and insurance companies that you need on your side. 

Motorcycle Accidents
Southern Maryland has beautiful roads and areas for motorcycle enthusiast to enjoy.  However, motorcycle drivers and riders are at high risk for serious personal injury from a motorcycle accident.  If you have been in a motorcycle accident in Maryland, you may be facing severe personal injuries, physical pain, emotion distress and financial hardships.

Motorcycle accidents typically occur because of negligence of other drivers.  The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic is the predominating cause of motorcycle accidents.  Motorcycles are smaller than other vehicles on the road and as a result are often missed by other drivers who are failing to pay close enough attention to other vehicles on the road. 

The injuries a motorcycle driver or rider suffers from an accident are often serious, painful and long lasting.  A motorcycle operator or rider does not have the protection that cars, sport utility vehicles or trucks provide and therefore are more likely to suffer catastrophic type injuries.  According to the study "Motorcycle Accident Cause Factors and Identification of Countermeasures" conducted by the University of Southern California with funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, injury occurs in 98% of multiple vehicle accidents involving motorcycles. 

There are a variety of laws regarding motorcycle accidents and Maryland is only one of a handful of states that still has in effect "the contributory negligence doctrine."  An attorney experienced in handling motorcycle injury claims will be able to help you navigate the complicated laws and deal with the insurance company.  Anyone injured in a motorcycle accident should contact and experienced attorney to make sure their rights are protected.

William R. Greer, Jr. is experienced in helping injured motorcyclists in Maryland and surrounding jurisdictions obtain compensation for their losses.  We can assist you in all aspects of your case including: questions about motorcycle repair or replacement, dealing with insurance adjustors, making sure medical bills are paid, documenting lost work and wages, and obtaining a fair settlement.

An individual's decision to drive under the influence often results in some of the worst automobile accidents. Although avoidable, the decision to drive after consuming alcohol cannot be undone and can result in a horrific personal injury accident.  The driver's negligence usually results in serious injury not only to themselves, but also to several others who were not responsible for the driver's decision to drink and drive. Drunk driving accidents are tragically a source of serious personal injuries throughout the area; however, the laws that dictate what a victim of drunk driving may recover differs in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia.  As a result, if you or someone you care about were injured by a drunk driver, contact The Greer Law Firm to discuss your rights and what steps you have to take to protect yourself.
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Boating Accidents
If you are a user of the wonderful water sports we have available in Southern Maryland, then you are truly blessed.  Safety is critical when boating on the Potomac River, Patuxent River, Chesapeake Bay and their tributaries.  However, not all users of the waterways that surround Charles, St. Mary's, Calvert and Prince George's County practice safe use of the water.  An individual is responsible for the cause of the personal injury when that individual is negligent while operating a vessel on the water.  The most common causes of boat accidents in our waterways are as follows:

1.   Collisions with other boats;
2.   Collisions with fixed objects;
3.   Improper operation of the vessel for conditions;
4.   Persons falling overboard;
5.   Failing to pay attention and/or taking proper precautions while engaged in skiing, tubing, wake boarding and other similar activities.   

When boating safety is forgotten, people get hurt and can suffer serious brain injuries, loss of limbs, and even death.  La Plata based attorney William Greer – a life-long Charles County resident – has dedicated his career to helping victims injured in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. accidents.  He has handled cases involving serious personal injuries as a result of boating accidents.

Wrongful Deaths
The death of a loved one is an extraordinary situation that is always difficult, yet even more so when it is a result of another's negligence. This instance is known in legal terms as "wrongful death," and legal action may be necessary in order to claim financial compensation.  It is also important that the surviving family members receive justice. When negligence results in death, William R. Greer Jr. will make sure that the negligent party is held responsible and made to pay.  Contact us to discuss your rights if you have had a family member die as a result of someone else's negligence.
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