A valid DC personal injury claim starts with evidence showing that you suffered harm as a direct result of someone else’s careless actions or failure to act. You also need to show that your injuries caused measurable losses, like medical expenses, lost income, and substantial pain and suffering. A personal…
If a car hits you as a pedestrian on the streets of Washington DC, your first step is to report the crash and seek immediate medical treatment. Once you’ve done that, write down everything you remember, avoid discussing your case on social media, and contact an attorney as soon as…
If you were injured in a bike crash, your path to seeking compensation for your medical expenses and other losses involves filing a bicycle accident insurance claim. This process requires gathering evidence and contacting the insurer. Fortunately, a Washington DC bike accident lawyer can help. When you contact a lawyer…
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…
Personal injury protection (PIP) insurance is a type of no-fault auto insurance available in Washington, D.C., and about a dozen states. While PIP insurance is not mandatory in DC, it can provide coverage for medical expenses and lost wages for those injured in motor vehicle collisions. If you were struck…
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…
The Washington DC personal injury claims process typically involves preparing and filing a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company, negotiating a settlement, and potentially filing a lawsuit if an agreement can’t be reached. This process aims to secure compensation for injuries caused by another’s negligence. Understanding this process can…
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…
