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GAITHERSBURG, MD (March 12, 2025) – One person has died following a car crash in Gaithersburg on March 11.
According to news reports, the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue System responded to Perry Parkway around 7:05 p.m. for reports of a car accident.
When they arrived, they found one car had hit a tree and driver was pinned inside the vehicle.
The Montgomery County Department of Police said the driver had died at the scene of the accident. MCDP is investigating the crash.
Fatal car accidents in Gaithersburg, Maryland represent tragic events that devastate families and communities. When such accidents occur, surviving family members often face overwhelming emotional trauma alongside sudden financial burdens including funeral expenses, loss of income, and outstanding medical bills from emergency care provided before death.
In Gaithersburg, several factors contribute to these deadly crashes. The intersection of major highways like I-270 and Route 355 creates high-traffic scenarios where high-speed collisions can occur. Local roads with complex traffic patterns, particularly around Montgomery Village Avenue and Quince Orchard Road, have historically seen serious accidents. Weather conditions, particularly winter ice and summer thunderstorms, can exacerbate dangerous driving conditions in the area.
For families who have lost loved ones in Gaithersburg car accidents, pursuing a wrongful death claim may provide a path to compensation. These claims typically seek damages for medical expenses before death, funeral and burial costs, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship. The emotional toll of such losses cannot be quantified, but the legal system does attempt to provide financial remedies to help families recover from the economic impacts of their loss.
It’s important for families to understand that Maryland has a statute of limitations for filing wrongful death claims, generally three years from the date of death. Consulting with a Maryland car accident lawyer soon after the incident can help preserve important evidence and ensure deadlines are met while allowing the family space to grieve. Contact Regan Zambri Long for a free consultation.
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