MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD (April 1, 2025) – Two people were sent to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash in Montgomery County on March 31.
According to news reports, crews from the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service responded to reports of a car accident on the 19200 block of Muncaster Road near Rolling Drive and Muncaster Manor.
One person was trapped and pinned in their car and was rescued by emergency personnel.
Two people were sent to the hospital for unknown injuries. Police are investigating the accident.
Montgomery County sees significant traffic volumes due to its proximity to Washington, DC and its mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas. From a personal injury standpoint, Maryland follows specific laws that impact how accident claims are handled.
Maryland follows a “fault” system for car accidents, meaning the person responsible for causing the accident is also responsible for any resulting harm. This makes thorough documentation of the accident scene, injuries, and damages particularly important for personal injury claims in Montgomery County.
However, Maryland follows a strict contributory negligence doctrine that significantly impacts personal injury cases. Under this rule, if you’re found to have contributed to the accident in any way—even by just 1%—you may be completely barred from recovering compensation from the other party. This makes Montgomery County car accident cases particularly challenging, as insurance companies often try to assign some degree of fault to the injured party to avoid paying claims. Having strong evidence and proper documentation of the accident scene becomes critically important.
For Montgomery County residents pursuing personal injury claims after car accidents, working with a knowledgable Maryland car accident lawyer who understand how to counter contributory negligence arguments is essential. They can help build a case that establishes the other driver was 100% at fault, which is necessary for recovery under Maryland law. If you were in a car accident in Montgomery County, get the help you need for your claim. Contact Regan Zambri Long today to schedule a free consultation.
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