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Our car accident lawyers are acutely familiar with the relevant tort law in our licensed jurisdictions, but also with the relevant insurance law. And just as importantly, we see every day how carrying auto insurance in the event of a car accident plays out in real time. But when you are purchasing a vehicle, whether a sedan or a large

After over 70 years of practicing personal injury law in Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, and South Carolina, we have noticed that perhaps the most common question is how to get a rental car after a car accident. The short answer is that it is not always possible. However, there are steps you can take to get a rental car even

In simple terms, the rule gives drivers on a “favored” roadway, typically a main thoroughfare or boulevard, the legal right-of-way over vehicles entering from side streets, driveways, or unfavored roads. In Maryland, courts uphold this rule, in no small part, because of how burdensome the contributory negligence defense is to a plaintiff seeking compensation in a personal injury trial. Meanwhile,

The United States, and eventually humans around the globe, may eventually face the prospect of autonomous vehicles becoming the norm. However, in 2025, especially in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and most of the United States, that reality has yet to take shape. Currently, in 2025, we are in an awkward transition phase where semi-autonomous vehicles are on the road, none of

A hit-and-run is one of the most serious traffic offenses in DC, to such an extent that it crosses the threshold from civil to criminal. Most acts in a car accident case revolve around negligence and are civil in nature. However, when a driver makes the conscious decision to flee the scene after an accident, that is a criminal act.

After a car accident, one of the first things you need to address is getting your vehicle repaired or replaced. This is true irrespective of whether you suffer an injury. If you do suffer a personal injury, our firm will lead you through the process of fixing your vehicle without incurring out-of-pocket costs, as we advance administrative costs on your

Do you need a lawyer after your car accident? There are times when you do and times when you do not. Here, we discuss clear instances where you do need an attorney to guide you through the process and when a lawyer is actually unnecessary. This is a common question people wonder after an accident. You may believe you can

Driving without insurance is not only risky but also illegal in Washington, DC. Strict laws require drivers to carry auto insurance even to own a vehicle. Here, we discuss why. Car insurance in DC acts as a safety net in the event of accidents. Not only does it protect you against liability should you cause an accident, but it also