Car Accidents

Washington DC Car Accident Injury Attorney

Representing Clients In Washington, D.C., Maryland And Virginia

After a car accident, life can change in the blink of an eye. Instead of going to work or school, socializing with friends and family, and enjoying life, your days may be filled with hospital visits, surgeries and rehabilitation. You may be worried about mounting medical bills, insurance coverage and how to survive financially without the ability to work.

While you will certainly face many challenges during this time, an experienced personal injury attorney can help relieve your legal burden. However, not all injury lawyers are the same. So it is important to choose wisely. With the right legal counsel, you have a better chance of obtaining the maximum amount of compensation you need and deserve.

The Right Law Firm Can Help Maximize Your Financial Recovery

At The Law Office of Jeffrey J. Downey, P.C., our main focus is on injury and negligence cases. We have handled countless car accident cases over the years and are well-known for our ability to secure winning results. In many car accident claims, we are able to resolve the matter favorably without the need for a courtroom battle. However, in the event the insurance company will not offer you a fair settlement, ours is the trial law firm you want on your side.

Trials are complex and intensive. But our lawyers have tried many cases before judges and juries — and won. Our case results prove that we have the legal know-how and ability to effectively engage in courtroom litigation.

What Types Of Damages Can I Recover For An Auto Accident?

Damages are simply the types of legal claims for which one may pursue a recovery on, assuming liability is established. The types of damages can vary depending on the state where the accident occurs. In most states, your damages for an auto accident involving personal injury would include the following:

  • Medical expenses, both past and future
  • Lost wages, both past and future
  • Pain and suffering (also referred to an noneconomic damages)
  • Disfigurement
  • Inconvenience
  • Humiliation or embarrassment
  • Loss of consortium
  • Loss of household services
  • Property damage to the vehicle

Contact Our Law Firm For Answers To All Of Your Legal Questions

After a car crash, you probably have a lot of questions, but not many answers. We invite you to contact our car accident injury lawyers at 703-564-7318 for a free consultation. We can explain all of your rights and options, and provide advice on next steps. We have offices in Washington, D.C., and Alexandria, Virginia. If you cannot come to us, we can come to you.