Practice Areas

Auto / Truck / Motorcycle Accidents ...

Wilson & Parlett  has aggressively represented thousands of auto accident victims with one goal in mind,   FULL AND FAIR COMPENSATION FOR OUR CLIENTS.    An unexpected auto crash can be a life-changing experience.   Most victims are confronted with many questions -  who will pay for the medical bills and wage loss resulting from an auto accident?   Will my insurance rates increase if I ask my insurance company to pay my  bills or property damage?    Can I use health insurance to pay my bills?   How do I select a doctor to treat my injuries?   Will my doctor help me if my case goes to court?   Should I give a recorded statement to the insurance companies?  If the other driver has no insurance,  who will pay for my damages?   How much is my case worth?

Our lawyers and staff will guide each and every client through the process of handling an injury claim.   Generally speaking, we take care of communications with the insurance companies,  leaving the accident victim to focus on obtaining appropriate medical care with doctors who have the expertise to ensure a full and speedy recovery.    We handle collection of personal injury protection benefits, if applicable, at no cost to our clients.   We thoroughly investigate each case, obtain accident reports, interview witnesses, and collect documentary evidence to help establish liability.  We gather the necessary medical evidence and wage loss documentation to effectively present and negotiate a favorable settlement for each client.    If a fair settlement can’t be reached, we are prepared to file suit in an appropriate court.  Our litigators are well known in the insurance industry, with a  reputation for skilled and aggressive advocacy for our injury clients.  

The legal fees for all injury cases at Wilson & Parlett are on a contingency basis, which means there is no fee unless we successfully obtain compensation for our clients.    Our clients are not personally responsible for paying any fees,  even if there is no recovery.   Our attorneys will gladly provide a  FREE CONSULTATION  to determine whether you have a meritorious claim.     Don’t delay - simply call or email us to schedule an appointment.     Remember, there are many potential notice deadlines, statutes of limitation, and other pitfalls to navigate in a typical auto accident claim.    Utilizing the services of an experienced injury lawyer to ensure proper handling of your case will greatly improve the likelihood that you will receive  FULL AND FAIR COMPENSATION FOR YOUR INJURIES.

Workers’ Compensation Cases ...

For over 20 years Wilson & Parlett has represented literally thousands of workers who have suffered on-the-job injuries.    Our lawyers help worker compensation victims in Maryland and the District of Columbia secure the benefits they deserve, including  

-   wage loss benefits while totally disabled from work

-   payment of all medical expenses (lifetime benefit)

-   reimbursement of prescription drug expenses

-   payment of mileage to attend doctor and therapy appointments

-   vocational benefits for claimants that are unable to return to their former job

-   compensation for any permanent disability resulting from the work injury

 Insurance companies for employers aggressively defend worker compensation cases, often denying benefits that a claimant is otherwise legally entitled to receive under the law.   The insurance companies are more interested in profit than fairly compensating the victims.   Our attorneys take great pride in helping work injury victims obtain the benefits they richly deserve.

We regularly appear before the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission and the District of Columbia Office of Workers’ Compensation to advocate for our clients and secure payment of their benefits.    

The legal fees charged to a workers’ compensation client are actually set in accordance the  with law of each jurisdiction.    Under Maryland and District of Columbia law, workers’ compensation claimants are not personally responsible for payment of legal fees.   The attorney is paid only if a recovery is made and the fee is deducted from the monies recovered from the insurance carrier.     Please call or e-mail us for a FREE CONSULTATION to discuss your case.

Social Security Cases ...

Wilson and Parlett has assisted our disabled clients in recovering millions of dollars in Social Security benefits.  Our firm has experienced attorneys capable of handling your disability claim, and a dedicated and informed staff that will help guide you through the process.  We help disabled individuals in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia in their claims for either Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits or Supplemental Security Insurance (SSI) benefits. 

The sad truth about the Social Security system is that many individuals don’t realize that they may qualify for benefits on the basis of a disability.  If you suffer from any combination of physical and psychological impairments that render you incapable of being employed in the national economy,  then you may have a valid claim for social security benefits.  We thoroughly research and evaluate your medical evidence to determine whether you have a legitimate claim. We often  help secure both retroactive benefits from the date of disability and future benefits that will be paid while you remain disabled. 

Our attorneys and staff recognize that individuals seeking social security benefits are often too disabled to gather the necessary materials for a successful social security case.  After your initial application is filed, our staff will gather and organize your medical records, write legal briefs, and submit the relevant materials to the Social Security Administration on your behalf.  Our Attorneys will explain the process to the you and represent you before the Administrative Law Judges of the Social Security Administration should your case require a hearing.

We pride ourselves on being honest and straightforward with our clients.  Many claims are denied at the initial and reconsideration levels.  These claims will usually require a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge before benefits are awarded.  You should also be aware that these cases can take a long time to conclude it, often years before the Administration will make a final determination.   We’ll be there to keep you informed and shepherd you through the entire  process.

Federal law sets the legal fees that can be charged in  Social Security Cases.    Under the  law, Social Security Claimants are not personally responsible for payment of any legal fees.  The attorney is paid only if and when the client is awarded benefits.   The fee is deducted directly from the monies recovered from the Federal Government, in the amount provided for in the fee schedule.    Call or email us for a FREE CONSULTATION to discuss your social security claim.  Don’t delay, as you must comply with numerous deadlines to protect your rights.

Medical Negligence Cases ...

Malpractice committed by a doctor, hospital, or any healthcare provider can truly be a life-changing experience, often resulting in future medical complications, excessive medical bills, permanent disability, pain, and diminished quality of life.   In extreme cases it can even result in death.   Our experienced lawyers at Wilson and Parlett can help review, analyze, and prosecute your medical malpractice claim.  

Statistics show that the vast number of medical malpractice claims are actually committed by a relatively small number of physicians or medical facilities.    We take great pride in holding medical professionals accountable to their patients .    Our lawyers and staff will help you through what is often a cumbersome and complicated process to present your case.    We engage the services of qualified medical experts to review your case in great detail and determine whether there has been a deviation from the acceptable standards of medical care.    If so, we aggressively try to resolve your claim when possible.    If not,  we submit your claim to Arbitration (if required) and then seek to litigate your case in a jury trial.  

Wilson & Parlett handles virtually any kind of medical malpractice case, including improper treatment resulting in permanent injuries, birth defects, wrong-site surgery, wrongful death, nursing home neglect, brain injuries, cerebral palsy, failure to timely diagnose cancer, birth defects, and others.     Please feel free to call or email  us for a FREE CONSULTATION to discuss your medical malpractice case.

Wrongful Death Claims ...

Hiring the “right” lawyer is one of the most important decisions a loved one will make when someone tragically dies as a result of an auto accident, work injury,  medical malpractice, or some other horrific event.     Wilson & Parlett has successfully represented the interest of many families who have lost a loved one as a result of another person’s negligence.

 From our experience over the past 20 years, our attorneys know that a full and timely investigation is critical to prosecuting a successful wrongful death case.    We utilize field investigators that help develop the case.   We secure  the appropriate police and investigation reports,  witness statements, photographs of the scene, reconstruction reports, medical records, etc. to establish liability.    In medical negligence cases we retain a qualified medical expert to thoroughly review all records to determine whether the physician or medical facility has committed malpractice.

Our lawyers have represented numerous families who have tragically lost a loved one in an auto accident.  Most notably, we successfully represented the family of a Calvert County man that was killed when his truck was struck by a car driven by a high school student who was engaged in a speed contest with another student.   The terms of the recovery are confidential.   We recently obtained a substantial recovery for the parents of an infant who died while in a daycare facility.   We are actively litigating wrongful death claims for the parents of a Calvert County man who was killed by a drunk driver and a Prince George’s County family who lost a son when a young driver failed to pay attention and ran a red traffic signal causing a horrific crash.   We have also represented a number of families who have had a family member killed while in the course of employment.

Call or email us for a FREE CONSULTATION.    We are honored to help injury victims and their families in their greatest time of need.

Slip and Fall Claims ...

Slip and fall cases are often among the most difficult claims to prove.  For over 20 years Wilson & Parlett has zealously and effectively represented slip and fall victims.  Regardless of the nature of your claim, our goal remains FULL AND FAIR COMPENSATION FOR OUR CLIENTS.  We devote our resources to proving that the owner or occupier of the premises was aware of the dangerous condition that caused your fall and failed in his duty to either warn of the danger or prevent your injury.

Most slip and fall victims are confronted with many questions about their case, such as who is responsible for the slip and fall accident?  Is there insurance coverage on the premises where you fell?  Are you likely to receive a financial recovery if you pursue the claim?  Can you use your own health insurance and treat with your own doctors?  Are there specialists or therapists that you should see for your injures?  How do you pursue your claim?  What is your claim’s value?

Our attorneys and staff will help answer these questions while providing the highest level of service which is the standard at Wilson & Parlett.  As in all liability cases, we undertake the tasks of thoroughly investigating each claim, interviewing witnesses, gathering physical evidence, collecting medical records, and documenting your lost wages.  We make every effort to obtain a fair settlement from the insurance carrier.  If settlement can’t be reached, our team of experienced litigators will fight for your rightful recovery in court.    We help walk you through the entire process, handling all communications with the insurance company and the courts so that you can focus on your injuries and obtaining appropriate medical care.   As a service to our clients, we also handle the collection of any medical payment benefits that may be due under the terms of the owner’s insurance contract.  

The legal fees for all injury cases at Wilson & Parlett are on a contingency basis, which means there is no fee unless we successfully obtain compensation for our clients.    Our clients are not personally responsible for paying any fees,  even if there is no recovery.   Our attorneys will gladly provide a  FREE CONSULTATION  to determine whether you have a meritorious claim.     Don’t delay - simply call or email us to schedule an appointment.    

Nursing Home Cases ...

Placing a loved one in a nursing home or long term care facility can be a traumatic experience for families and for everyone involved.  Once placed as a resident, your loved one is entitled to be treated with decency and respect.   In addition, every nursing home or long term care facility is responsible for providing a safe living environment for their residents, including providing medical care that competently treats and monitors your loved one’s medical condition.  Unfortunately, when the nursing home or long term care facility fails to provide these services, serious injuries and even death can occur. 

If you suspect that your loved one is not being provided the care he or she deserves, or if you suspect that the nursing home or long term care facility has been negligent in the treatment or care of your loved one, you should consult a lawyer immediately.  Sexual abuse, bed sores, improper medication, and falls are common examples of what happens when a nursing home and long term care facility fails to meet their obligations and responsibilities to their residents.   Unfortunately, these types of incidents are often preventable.

Wilson and Parlett can help review and analyze your potential claim against a nursing home or long term care facility.  We can help guide you through the often cumbersome and complicated process of presenting your case.  Our staff and experienced trial attorneys will aggressively prosecute your claim to ensure that you and your loved one are adequately compensated for any injuries, bills incurred, the physical and mental pain and suffering, and diminished quality of life.  Call or email us for a FREE CONSULTATION to discuss your nursing home or long term care facility malpractice claim.