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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 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 navagate 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.



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