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Maryland Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Hit by a car while walking in Maryland? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from experienced attorneys who fight for pedestrian rights.

Crosswalk Law: 🚶 Strong Protection
Filing Deadline: 3 years
Fatality Rate: 2.1 per 100k
3 years
Statute of Limitations
130+
Annual Fatalities
2.1 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Maryland Crosswalk Laws

🚶 Strong Pedestrian Protections

Drivers must stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. Maryland has strengthened pedestrian protections significantly.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians have right-of-way in crosswalks. Strong enforcement in Montgomery County.

Maryland Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 3 years

In Maryland, you have 3 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Contributory negligence (pure)

Maryland follows pure contributory negligence. If you're found even 1% at fault, you may recover nothing. You need an experienced attorney.

Minimum Insurance

Maryland requires minimum coverage of $30,000/$60,000/$15,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Maryland

Baltimore Route 40
Route 1 corridor
Georgia Avenue

What Makes Maryland Unique

  • Pure contributory negligence - any fault bars recovery
  • Baltimore pedestrian safety initiatives

Cities We Serve in Maryland

Baltimore
MD
Frederick
MD
Rockville
MD
Gaithersburg
MD

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