Over $500 Million Recovered for Injured Clients
Maryland’s Premier Personal Injury Law Firm
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Maryland Personal Injury Lawyers
Helping injured people and families throughout Maryland since 1985
Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A., provides comprehensive and aggressive representation on behalf of personal injury and medical malpractice victims throughout the state of Maryland. For more than 40 years, our lawyers have focused exclusively on injury law to ensure that clients reap the full benefits of our skills, resources and experience when they need them most.
We represent injured Marylanders in serious personal injury, auto accident, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, premises liability, nursing home negligence, defective product, and wrongful death cases. Since 1985, our firm has focused on helping people whose lives were changed by negligence recover the compensation, medical support, and accountability they need to move forward.
Why choose Plaxen Adler Muncy?
When you are hurt, you’re facing so much more than just the legal case. You may also be dealing with medical treatment, lost income, damaged property, insurance delays, and uncertainty about what comes next. At Plaxen Adler Muncy, our role is to take that pressure off, to protect your claim, and to prepare your case from day one as if it may need to go in front of a jury.
Clients choose to work with us for a variety of reasons, including:
- We’ve recovered more than $500 million for injured clients, demonstrating our dedication to achieving meaningful results.
- Our attorneys are focused on injury law, and have been for more than 40 years.
- Bruce Plaxen, our founding partner, was selected to serve as the 80th President of the American Association for Justice and became the first attorney from the Maryland bar to lead the organization.
Our personal injury attorneys are well known throughout the legal community and other industries statewide for their ability to zealously advocate on behalf of our clients. Over the years, we have earned this reputation due to our aggressive and well-prepared approach and several landmark case victories. We know how to protect our clients’ interests and how to pursue the best possible outcome in every case.
Anchored by founding partner Bruce Plaxen, our team includes experienced Maryland personal injury lawyers with deep roots in trial advocacy, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and serious injury litigation. Partners David Muncy, Joshua Plaxen, and Samantha Dos Santos each bring distinct experience to the firm, including courtroom advocacy, judicial clerkship experience, statewide professional leadership, and client-focused injury representation.
With offices throughout Maryland and decades of legal experience, we are one of the most widely recognized personal injury law firms in Maryland. Since 1985, we have been helping victims recover the compensation they need and obtain the care they deserve.
Fighting for results for injured Marylanders
Since 1985, Plaxen Adler Muncy has recovered over $500 million for injured clients, including major verdicts and settlements in automobile accident, personal injury, premises liability, wrongful death, and defective product cases.
Some of our notable recoveries include:
A woman suffered a leg injury requiring surgery after a head-on crash with an off-duty police officer.
An individual was tased at a grocery store for wearing a mask during the pandemic.
A family was struck by a vehicle that turned left in front of them in Montgomery County.
A client was injured in a slip and fall at a Giant Food Store.
While past results cannot predict the outcomes of future cases, we’re proud to have helped so many clients secure meaningful compensation for their injuries.
Vehicle accident lawyers serving clients throughout Maryland
Motor vehicle collisions are one of the most common reasons people turn to Plaxen Adler Muncy. Our attorneys help injured drivers, passengers, motorcyclists, bicyclists, pedestrians, rideshare passengers, and families after serious crashes throughout Maryland. From the busiest Maryland roadways, like I-270, I-95, and I-495 (Capital Beltway), to quiet local streets, automobile accidents remain a serious risk to safety.
While the state tracks fatal crash data through Zero Deaths Maryland in an ongoing effort to reduce roadway deaths and serious injuries, many people still lose their lives or suffer injuries because of traffic incidents. Some roads are more dangerous than others. In fact, in Baltimore, about 60% of deadly and serious injury crashes happen on just 7% of roadways.
Car accidents
It is difficult to coordinate the medical, insurance, legal and property consequences of a car accident. We coordinate between insurance companies, help you obtain a rental car, and protect your interests in settlement negotiations or in a jury trial.
Truck accidents
A collision with a commercial truck can have catastrophic consequences. We have the skills and experience to handle complex claims involving commercial trucking companies. We can maximize your recovery for personal injuries, bodily injury, economic loss and property damage.
Motorcycle accidents
Motorcyclists have less physical protection when on the road, so it stands that they often suffer more serious, life-threatening injuries when involved in a motorcycle accident. We help injured riders in Maryland obtain the compensation they need to get well and protect their families.
Our Maryland personal injury lawyers also handle claims involving taxis and ridesharing vehicles through Uber and Lyft, as well as buses, tour vehicles and boats. We have the resources to handle complex litigation arising from train derailments and collisions, as well.
The personal injury firm you know and trust
Our firm is a plaintiffs’ personal injury firm. That means we only represent the injured. For four decades, we have been the firm your friends and loved ones have turned to when they have sustained serious, even life-altering injuries, as a result of someone else’s negligence. We proudly represent clients in cases involving:
Medical malpractice
If you suffered injury due to a hospital or doctor’s negligence, you need an aggressive and prepared advocate on your side. We handle a variety of medical malpractice claims, including surgical errors and labor and delivery errors that cause birth injuries such as cerebral palsy.
Workers’ compensation
If you were hurt on a job site or in the course of your duties, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation. We assist Maryland employees who were injured in car crashes, because of dangerous work environments, and by defective or malfunctioning tools or machinery. If you have filed a claim for compensation and were denied, we will represent you at your hearing, and we can file an appeal if necessary.
Social Security Disability
Our team assists you through the initial application process, so you have the best possible chance at obtaining benefits. If you have tried to file and been denied, we can help you with the appeal and represent you in front of an Administrative Law Judge if necessary.
Injuries on other people’s property
When you sustain an injury on another person’s property that is related to their negligence, you may be able to file a premises liability claim. Broken guardrails or stairs, being bitten by a dog, slips and falls on walkways or in buildings: all of these are common examples of premises liability claims. These incidents can happen in familiar Maryland places, from grocery stores and apartment complexes to parking lots, restaurants, shopping centers, office buildings, entertainment venues, and public gathering spaces near destinations such as Camden Yards, M&T Bank Stadium, and Merriweather Post Pavilion.
Wrongful death
If you lost someone you love due to the negligence or recklessness of another, talk to our experienced team of wrongful death attorneys. You do not have to bear the financial consequences of this tragic event by yourself.
Meet the partners at Plaxen Adler Muncy
At Plaxen Adler Muncy, our clients benefit from a partner-led team with decades of Maryland injury experience, statewide professional leadership, and a reputation for taking serious cases seriously from the beginning. Our dedicated partners include:
Bruce M. Plaxen
Bruce is the founding partner of Plaxen Adler Muncy. He has over 40 years of experience representing individuals and families harmed by negligence. As the 80th President of the American Association for Justice and the first attorney from the Maryland bar to lead the organization, Bruce is regarded as one of Maryland’s most influential and accomplished trial attorneys.
David A. Muncy
David joined the firm in 2012 and became a partner in 2017. He focuses his practice on personal injury, workers’ compensation, and Social Security Disability cases. David has tried hundreds of cases before the Maryland District and Circuit Courts, the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission, and the Social Security Administration. David served as President of the Maryland Association for Justice in 2023 and is recognized throughout the state as a leading trial attorney in personal injury and workers’ compensation law.
Joshua A. Plaxen
Joshua joined the firm in 2015 and became a partner in 2021. Joshua is a former judicial law clerk to Judge William V. Tucker in the Circuit Court for Howard County. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law and was inducted into the Heuisler Honor Society for finishing in the top ten percent of his class. Joshua handles personal injury, auto accident, workers’ compensation, and Social Security Disability matters. He has earned consistent recognition for his legal skill and client advocacy.
Samantha Dos Santos
Samantha joined the firm in August 2019 and became a partner in March 2024. She is a former judicial law clerk to Judge Jeannie J. Hong in the Circuit Court for Baltimore City. She serves in leadership roles with MSBA and the Maryland Association for Justice, including the MSBA Board of Governors and the Maryland Association for Justice Auto Negligence Section Co-Chair. Samantha has been repeatedly honored on prominent regional and national lists naming top attorneys and rising legal leaders.
Why Maryland injury claims require the right legal strategy
Maryland personal injury law can be unforgiving. Waiting too long, giving the wrong statement to an insurance company, or allowing evidence to disappear can make it harder to recover compensation. That is why it is important to speak with an attorney early, especially in serious injury cases.
Some factors that make Maryland’s injury cases complex include:
Negligence laws in Maryland
Maryland follows contributory negligence. If an injured person’s own negligence contributed to the injury, they may be barred from recovering compensation. This gives insurance companies a powerful reason to look for any statement or fact they can use to shift blame from their insured onto the victim. You need someone looking out for you who understands Maryland’s contributory negligence rule, the narrow exceptions and arguments that may apply, including last clear chance, reckless or intentional conduct, and how to challenge unsupported attempts to shift blame.
Time limits in different types of Maryland injury claims
Maryland’s general civil statute of limitations is three years from the date the claim accrues, unless another law provides a different deadline. For instance, claims involving the State of Maryland, local governments, public employees, public schools, transit entities, or other government defendants may involve special notice rules and shorter practical deadlines. In many cases, written notice must be given within one year.
Caps on damages in Maryland injury cases
Maryland has rules limiting noneconomic damages in many injury and wrongful death cases, which can affect the value and strategy of serious claims. It’s even more important to make sure you have an attorney who is ready and willing to calculate your real economic losses, including potential future damages like lower wages or rehabilitative treatments.
What clients say about Plaxen Adler Muncy
Nothing makes us prouder than hearing back from our clients. We know that we come into their lives during some of their most difficult moments. Learning that we’ve actually made a difference is what drives us to continue fighting for injury victims every day.
The service they give is wonderful, and their persistence with my case was a job well done.
Thaddeus Winkey
Mr. Plaxen had great advice for me on which steps I should take. He was always available to talk and had my best interests at heart. He is a very approachable person and seemed to care about me as a person, not just a case. I would absolutely recommend the firm to others.
Alan Ghandi
They care! If they say they’re going to do something, they do it. You will always get an honest opinion, and they will lead you in the right direction.
Aletha Meeks
Maryland personal injury FAQs
Your best way to have your questions answered is by scheduling a consultation with our firm. However, here are some of the questions we often hear:
What is Maryland’s contributory negligence rule, and how does it affect my case?
Maryland follows a system called contributory negligence. This policy can be somewhat unforgiving because if your own negligence contributed to your injury, you may be barred from recovering compensation. This is one reason to avoid accepting blame or giving detailed recorded statements before speaking with an attorney. However, you shouldn’t just assume you don’t have a claim. There may be exceptions or arguments we can make to fight back against defendants’ claims of contributory negligence. If you are concerned about how this might impact your case, reach out to us.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Maryland?
In many Maryland injury cases, the general deadline is three years from the date the claim accrues. Some cases have different or shorter deadlines, however. For example, claims against the State of Maryland generally require a written claim within one year after the injury, and claims against local governments or their employees may also require written notice within one year. The bottom line: don’t wait. Call a lawyer right away.
How much does it cost to hire Plaxen Adler Muncy?
There is no upfront fee for a personal injury case. We represent clients on a contingency basis. What this means is that our firm only collects an attorney’s fee if we recover compensation for you. If your case settles or we win a verdict at trial, our payment comes as a predetermined percent of that award.
What damages can I recover in a Maryland personal injury case?
Depending on the case, compensation may include medical bills, lost wages, future medical care, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, physical impairment, disfigurement, inconvenience, and loss of consortium. Maryland law places limits on noneconomic damages in many personal injury and wrongful death cases.
How long does a personal injury case take in Maryland?
It’s impossible to give a firm answer on this one. Some cases resolve in months. More complex cases involving serious injuries, disputed fault, medical malpractice, government defendants, expert witnesses, or trial may take years. The important thing is that you don’t settle for less to try to finish the case quickly. You can’t go back once you’ve agreed to and signed a settlement, even if your injuries turn out to be worse than you realized.
Should I talk to the insurance company after my accident?
Not before speaking with an attorney. Insurance adjusters often ask questions with the intent of minimizing your injuries, shifting blame onto you, or pressuring you into accepting a quick settlement before you have a chance to speak to a lawyer and understand the full value of your claim.
Does Plaxen Adler Muncy handle cases throughout Maryland?
Yes. At Plaxen Adler Muncy, we serve clients throughout Maryland. With offices in Columbia, Greenbelt, Baltimore, Owings Mills, Dundalk, Frederick, Towson, Westminster, and Crofton, Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A. continues to expand to meet the needs of injured persons statewide.
Contact the Maryland law firm that puts you first
Dealing with the effects of a serious injury is hard; choosing the right lawyer should not add to that burden. Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A., has advocated for injured clients throughout Maryland for more than 40 years. With 24-hour availability and offices across the state, our team is available to listen, explain your options, and begin protecting your claim. To schedule your free consultation with a Maryland personal injury lawyer, call 410-730-7737 today or fill out the contact form.