Law Office of William M. Burgess

Law Office of William M. Burgess Fighting for Marylanders for 33 years. The Law Office of William M. We have successfully resolved thousands of claims recovering over 50 million dollars!!

Burgess handles all personal injury claims to include car, truck, motorcycle and bicycle crashes.

08/03/2026

What you need to remember at an accident scene:

1. Take pictures of all vehicles; and if possible, take them before the vehicles are moved.

2. If no police respond, get tag numbers as well as pictures of driver’s license and insurance cards.

3. If the accident is at an intersection, there may be camera footage.

4. Be willing to share driver’s license and insurance information.

5. If eye witnesses are identified, be sure to get their name, address, and phone number. Even if police respond, don’t rely on them to preserve this critical information.

6. Don’t give too much information or offer opinions. Be sure to write down any admissions made by the other driver.

07/24/2026

Diminished Value? What is it? If your car is damaged in an accident but repaired flawlessly, it will still lose retail value. With todays technology, buyers will learn easily the repair history of your motor vehicle to include a Carfax evaluation. The accident therefore, has caused a permanent loss of value to your vehicle. The diminished value claim is made against the at-fault insurance carrier, in addition to the repair cost and if applicable, your injury claim. My office charges no fee for this claim on your behalf, regardless of the amount claimed, and settled. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call!

07/17/2026

What is Personal Injury Protection Coverage (PIP) and how does it effect you when you are injured in an accident? This type of coverage is "no fault" insurance, so you use it to reimburse your medical bills and wage loss, regardless of who was at fault for the accident. The minimum coverage in Maryland is $2500. You have it on your policy unless you waived the coverage in writing. The beauty of PIP is that the at-fault insurance carrier has to pay the same medical bills and wage loss as if PIP didn't exist. The biggest mistake that you could make is not using your PIP! You have been paying the premium for that specific coverage - so use it!

07/17/2026

Have you been Injured in an accident? Time is critical and its important that you act as soon as possible to protect your claim. Secure all evidence with photographs, don't give statements to insurance companies, and stay off social media. Securing timely and proper medical attention is essential. Allow my 33 years of personal injury experience and resolving thousands of claims be your answer. You can reach me on my cell after hours at 301-653-3333.

02/08/2026

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Address

200 Washington Avenue
La Plata, MD
20646

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+13016453261

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