Silver Spring, Maryland Auto Accident Attorney|Who is responsible for my auto accident?

After an auto accident, many of our clients are scared and confused by the overwhelming legal process. Clients come to us with worries of their case that arise from every angle. We always tell our clients that the most important step is recovery and treatment. Any stress or anxiousness with regard to their case can only hinder their ability to recover. The attorneys at Portner & Shure make sure that clients focus on their treatment while we, the professionals, take care to pursue every avenue for compensation.

 

While most attorneys rarely look beyond the obvious opponent, the other party to the accident, the attorneys at Portner & Shure take a closer look at accidents to ensure that every party is held responsible for the accident. Besides the other driver, we look to parties such as the automobile manufacturer who may have produced or assembled a faulty vehicle, the parts manufacturer who may have produced a faulty part used in the vehicle, and the government who may have failed to maintain or may have constructed a poorly designed road.

 

Recently, General Motors recalled 8.5 million vehicles due to ignition switch problems. These recalls came too late after 13 drivers and passengers had died due to these issues. Now, the CEO of the manufacturing company that produced the ignition switches claims that he holds no responsibility for the deaths. It is easy for auto accident attorneys to provide a cursory look and choose the easiest way to process your case in an assembly-line manner, but the attorneys at Portner & Shure take the extra step to closely examine all avenues of compensation so that you, the client, can recover from your injuries. 

Motorcycle Accidents Are Among the Deadliest Forms of Accidents in the Nation

Motorcycle accidents are common and often result in serious injuries. Motorcycle drivers need be extremely cautious when operating their bikes has the potential of serious or fatal personal injuries are much more likely if an automobile accident does occur. Although most motorcycle accidents are commonly the result of negligent driving, human error is also a likely contributing factor.

On the morning on April 5, 2010, the driver of a motorcycle attempted to make a left-hand turn near the intersection of Route 75 and New Market Road in New Market, Maryland. At the same time the driver of a Mercedes was driving straight through the intersection. The operator of the motorcycle failed to yield to the right of way and struck the Mercedes. As a result of the collision the motorcycle driver suffered severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Mercedes suffered only minor cuts.

It is imperative that all the rules of the road are followed in order to prevent tragic accidents such as this. Traffic control devices are in place to help maintain the flow of traffic in an orderly fashion. Stop signs and traffic signals should always be given proper attention.

If you, a family member, or someone you know was involved in a car or motorcycle accident wherein a party failed to yield to the right of way or if you would like more information on motor vehicle accidents, please contact Portner & Shure for a free legal consultation with our Maryland accident lawyers.