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Premises liability accidents in Calvert County can leave you facing chronic pain, complex medical procedures, depression, anxiety, and overwhelming financial pressures from medical bills, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs.
Our personal injury lawyers help Calvert County residents master Maryland premises liability laws and secure proper compensation following accidents on dangerous properties. Whether you’ve been injured at Chesapeake Beach waterfront properties, Solomons Island businesses, Prince Frederick shopping centers, or any other local venue, our team has the knowledge to build a strong case. Contact us today for a free consultation.
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Successful personal injury lawsuits in Maryland require a thorough understanding of state laws and the legal processes involved. Premises liability holds property owners responsible for injuries occurring on their property due to unsafe conditions. These cases require proving four essential elements of negligence.
Duty of Care: Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors, including keeping walkways clear, fixing broken stairs, and providing adequate lighting.
Breach of Duty: The owner must have breached this duty by failing to address known hazards or reasonably inspect for dangers.
Causation: The property owner’s breach of duty must be the direct cause of your injury.
Damages: You must have suffered actual harm, injury, or losses as a result of the incident.
When all four elements are established, you have the right to pursue personal injury litigation against the property owner.
Under Maryland law, property owners’ responsibilities vary by visitor status:
Invitees are people on the premises with the owner’s permission. They receive the highest protection in personal injury cases.
Licensees are people who are on the premises as social guests. They are owed reasonable care regarding known dangers.
Bare licensees are people who enter a premises with the owner’s permission, but for their own purpose (i.e., entering a store just to use the restroom). Owners must refrain from creating sources of danger without warning the licensee.
Trespassers are people on someone else’s property without permission. A property owner has no duty of care to trespassers except to refrain from wilfully injuring or entrapping the trespasser.
Our attorneys handle property-related injuries throughout Calvert County, from the waterfront communities of Chesapeake Beach and Solomons Island to the commercial districts of Prince Frederick and Dunkirk:
Slip and fall accidents at local restaurants, stores, and marinas
Inadequate security incidents at shopping centers and parking lots
Swimming pool accidents at hotels and residential properties
Diving accidents at waterfront venues and private docks
Injuries from defective equipment at local businesses
Inadequate lighting in parking areas and walkways
Fire safety violations at commercial properties
Retail store injuries throughout the county
Work-related accidents at construction sites and businesses
Our attorneys gather evidence, including maintenance records, surveillance footage, witness statements, and expert testimony, to build compelling cases and recover compensation.
Establishing negligence requires proving causation—that your injury was a direct result of the property owner’s breach of duty and negligent actions.
Our legal team conducts thorough, independent investigations, including reviews of security footage, property inspections, witness interviews, analysis of maintenance records, and consultations with safety experts. We hold responsible parties accountable and prove owner liability.
Most premises liability claims follow several phases, beginning with a free initial consultation at our office where we evaluate your claim and outline our legal strategy. Next, we determine all liable parties and formally file a claim against them.
Maryland’s statute of limitations is three years from the date of the accident. Failing to file within this timeframe could cost you the case. Our premises liability attorneys ensure your claim is filed properly and on time at the Circuit Court for Calvert County in Prince Frederick.
After filing a lawsuit against property owners, we begin negotiations with the insurance company. If a fair settlement isn’t reached, we prepare your case for trial in the local court system.
Throughout this process, we keep you informed and involved in key decisions. Your personal injury attorney is available to answer questions or concerns, whether you’re recovering at Calvert Memorial Hospital or receiving treatment elsewhere in the region.
Insurance companies use various tactics to minimize compensation. They may offer quick settlements before you understand the extent of your injury or downplay injury severity, claiming excessive treatment or pre-existing conditions. They may employ delay tactics, hoping you’ll accept smaller settlements out of financial necessity.
Insurance companies often argue that you were partially responsible for your injuries. This is particularly effective in Maryland, which adheres to contributory negligence rules that bar injury victims from collecting any compensation if they bear any responsibility (even 1%) in their accident.
Our premises liability lawyers counter these tactics by documenting communications, gathering comprehensive evidence, working with credible experts, and maintaining firm negotiation positions. As nationally recognized trial lawyers, many insurers are more motivated to offer fair settlements to our clients.
Premises liability compensation comes in two main forms:
We represent clients throughout Calvert County, including residents of:
Our familiarity with local courts, including the Circuit Court for Calvert County, gives us an advantage in premises liability cases. We recognize the unique challenges facing our coastal and rural communities, from seasonal tourism-related incidents to accidents on waterfront properties.
We build close relationships with the Calvert County legal community and know local court procedures. Our track record includes a $16 million settlement in a premises liability case, demonstrating our ability to secure maximum compensation.
We keep direct communication with clients throughout their cases, whether you’re in Prince Frederick, Solomons Island, or anywhere else in the county. Our financial resources allow proper case development, including expert witnesses and thorough investigations. As a Super Lawyers recognized firm, we bring proven expertise to every case.
We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we win your case. If you’ve been injured on someone else’s property in Calvert County, contact Regan Zambri Long for a free consultation. Our attorneys will review your situation and explain your legal options.
Have you or your loved one sustained injuries in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia? Regan Zambri Long PLLC has the best lawyers in the country to analyze your case and answer the questions you may have.