Assumptions surrounding a motorcyclist can frequently dominate the debate over a roadway collision.
For Richard Klein, a Baltimore attorney widely recognized as Attorney Big Al, a personal injury case originating in Columbia brought that exact challenge sharply into focus.
Klein reports that his legal team successfully obtained a $1.25 million settlement after preparing to counter specific allegations regarding the rider’s conduct prior to the crash. He points to Maryland’s strict contributory negligence doctrine as a critical obstacle whenever fault is contested in court. Reflecting on the collaborative effort behind the outcome, he notes that every member of his office contributed to the resolution.
Originally hailing from Los Angeles, Klein initially relocated to Baltimore to pursue religious studies at Ner Israel. He subsequently attended the University of Maryland, earning his J.D. in 2005 before gaining admission to the Maryland bar in 2006.
Establishing his professional footing in the city involved active participation in local organizations and deep engagement with residents. Before shifting his focus to accident claims, his early employment involved advocating for union members at the Social Security Administration, where observing constituents wait endlessly for case progress left a lasting impression.
Transitioning into injury litigation required building an entirely new reputation across unfamiliar courtrooms and insurance frameworks. Client access remained a core philosophy as he sought to assist individuals filing complex claims without established legal connections. Among his most memorable matters is a hit-and-run case involving an injured mother and her six-month-old daughter, where his team pressed forward despite seemingly insurmountable roadblocks.
While the prominent billboard presence and the Attorney Big Al moniker initially caused personal hesitation regarding professional image, Klein eventually embraced the brand to provide a recognizable, accountable face for clients seeking guidance.
Alongside this public advertising, he attained an AV Preeminent peer-review rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Beyond his litigation work, he serves on the boards of the Torah Institute of Baltimore and Menucha, while his firm supports school supply distributions through Leader Breeders Inc.
Operating across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia, Klein maintains that direct communication and accessible police-report resource guides remain central to his practice as it expands.
