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Every year, more than 90,000 people die in the United States as a result of unintentional injuries. If you have been recently injured or diagnosed with an illness, contact our office to see if you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries.

Maryland-Virginia-Washington D.C.-Personal Injury Lawyers

The personal injury lawyers at Paul Klein & Associates help injury victims and families in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. deal with the painful consequences of a personal injury accident or wrongful death claim caused by the negligent, careless or intentional conduct of others. Our office located in Washington D.C and we represent clients throughout the areas in:

Medical malpractice
Motor vehicle accidents
Tractor trailer accidents
SUV rollover accidents
Drunk driving accidents
Slip, trip and fall injuries
Premises liability injuries
Construction site accidents
Job-related accidents
Industrial accidents
Dangerous and defective products
Dog bites and animal attacks
Electrocution and burn injuries

To learn more about personal injury law please read on.

Contact Us Today For A Free Consultation

For further information about a personal injury accident or tragic death in the Maryland, Virginia, or Washington D.C. area please contact us today for a free consultation at (301) 459-2223.

The most frequently asked "general" questions about personal injury

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Personal Injuries from Dangerous or Defective Products

When someone is injured while using a product that left the manufacturer or seller's hands in a defective or dangerous condition, he or she may be able to recover the resulting damages from the responsible party in a products-liability-based personal injury suit. An experienced and knowledgeable personal injury lawyer can advise injured persons on whether they may have a claim against a product manufacturer or seller and can help them recover the damages to which they are legally entitled.

Top 10 List: Reasons to Hire an Experienced Personal Injury Attorney

When you're injured, you need all the help you can get, and you need it as soon as possible. Unfortunately, that means that some injury victims pick the first attorney they find, rather than making an informed choice. It's important to educate yourself and find the right fit for you and your case. Using this list, you can find the right attorney to make the most of your case.

Personal Injuries from Animal Bites or Attacks

Animal attacks can result in far more than physical pain. Disfigurement, a fear of rabies or other disease, and even a long-term fear of the type of animal that caused the injuries can ensue. A pet owner may be liable for such injuries when his or her animal bites or otherwise attacks another, meaning that he or she must compensate the injured party for the resulting damages.

A lawyer experienced in dog bite and personal injury law is the best source for accurate advice and information in animal attack cases.

Slips, Falls, & Other Premises-related Personal Injuries

Premises liability law involves the legal responsibility of owners and occupiers of property for mishaps experienced by persons on the property and the resulting injuries. The actual liability of the potentially responsible individuals varies depending on the rules and principles adopted in the jurisdiction where the mishap occurred. An experienced premises liability lawyer can determine whether liability may exist in a particular case and help an injured person recover damages for lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.

Personal Injury Cases - An Overview

If you have suffered a personal injury, you may be entitled to compensation for your injury. Legal responsibility, called "liability," revolves around the simple fact that most injuries happen because someone was careless or "negligent." Even if you believe you may have partly caused your own injury, in most states you can still get some compensation from anyone else who was also careless and partly responsible for your injury.

When Personal Injuries Result in Death: Wrongful Death Cases

Wrongful death claims allege, as their basis, that the deceased died as a result of the negligence or liability of another. The deceased's surviving relatives, dependents, or beneficiaries may bring suit against those claimed to have been responsible, seeking monetary damages to compensate for the losses. Each state has its own statute covering the viability of claims for wrongful death, and not every state follows the same guidelines, principles, or rules. A personal injury attorney in your state can advise you on whether you have a valid wrongful death claim and can help you pursue that claim to the best possible outcome.

How to Find the Best Personal Injury Attorney

If you've suffered a personal injury through the fault of another, you may be out of work, overwhelmed with piles of medical bills, or in constant pain and agony. Under any of these circumstances, researching, locating, and retaining the best lawyer to handle your personal injury claim in court can seem like yet one more insurmountable obstacle. There are, however, some guidelines that can help you select the right personal injury lawyer. With the right advocate on your side, you can breathe a sigh of relief and let someone else carry at least part of your burden, allowing you to focus on your recovery.

Motor Vehicle Accidents:

Uninsured Automobile Coverage

Collision Coverage and no-fault insurance

Liability insurance

Total Loss

Other Types of Personal Injury Claims:

Aviation Claims

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Fraud Claims

Claims Against Hotels

Housing Defects

Product Liability Claims -Other Information

Lead Paint Claims

Workers Compensation

Health Insurance and Cobra