Car accident settlements depend on the unique circumstances of each crash. So, car accident settlement figures in other cases or “average settlement” numbers do not always accurately reflect the potential value of someone’s personal injury claim. Instead, consider factors such as the severity of the injury, the length of recovery,…
By design, crumple zones in a car should absorb shock and protect passengers in a collision by crumpling or bending. The crumple zone helps to distribute the energy from the crash, reduce the accident’s impact on the vehicle’s occupants, and minimize the harm they suffer. Car crumple zones save lives….
Virginia enacted its Move Over Law in 2002. It requires drivers to move to a non-adjacent lane or slow down when passing stationary vehicles with flashing lights, such as police or ambulances. Failing to move over and reduce speed is a crime that carries potential fines, prison, and the loss…
In Virginia, a negligent driver bears responsibility for injuries and losses in an accident they caused. However, if the driver of the vehicle is not its owner, in limited circumstances you may also have a claim against the owner. Car accident liability can be a complex matter, but determining who…
Virginia car seat laws state that children under the age of eight must be correctly secured in an approved child safety seat or booster seat, regardless of their weight or height. Children must remain in rear-facing seats until they reach the age of two or until they meet the manufacturer’s…
Washington DC requires all registered car owners to have certain amounts of auto liability insurance and uninsured motorist coverage. DC also requires auto insurers to offer personal injury protection insurance, which covers medical expenses for the driver and passengers regardless of fault. Other optional coverages are also available. You may…
Car accident settlements in Virginia begin when you file a claim with the at-fault driver’s auto insurance company, providing details of your injuries, property damage, and other losses. The insurer will then investigate your claim and assess the circumstances of the crash before making a settlement offer. Understanding how the…
If you were injured in a D.C. Uber accident, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the rideshare company in certain cases. You should speak to a knowledgeable car accident attorney who can investigate your case to determine whether the Uber driver, the company, or both might be…
Determining who is at fault in a Washington DC left-turn car accident will be crucial in seeking the compensation you need and deserve. Depending on the circumstances of the collision, either the driver turning left or the driver going straight could be at fault. The best way to prove that…
According to the Insurance Information Institute*, the average car accident settlement amount for bodily injury claims in the Washington DC area is $24,000. However, that statistic fails to tell the whole story. There is no “typical” car accident settlement amount. The value of a car accident settlement depends on a…
