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In Washington DC alone, there is over one pedestrian death per week (53 per year). Frequently, the fatalities are caused by a combination of the driver’s speeding and the pedestrian’s lack of protection. There are many reasons a pedestrian may be struck by a two ton vehicle, which is why it’s important to stay vigilant; here’s a list of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents:

• Speeding/reckless driving
• Hazardous weather conditions

According to the ROSPA, there were 18,844 reported cycling related injuries in 2015. What’s alarming about this number is that ROSPA estimates that number would be two to three times larger if we could count the unreported cases. While cycling related deaths have been decreasing in recent decades, the number of injuries is still very high. In fact, with the ever-increasing number of bikes on the streets, the chances of an accident occurring with bike involvement, continues to rise.

Passenger train accident claims in the Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia are usually against Amtrak. Founded in 1971, Amtrak is the primary passenger rail service in America. While about 2/3’s of its passengers come from the 10 largest cities in the country, Amtrak’s headquarters is at Union Station here in Washington D.C. Making a claim against Amtrak, which is considered a quasi-governmental agency, requires a specific type of notice within a relatively short amount of time, in order to preserve the claim.

When a young loved one is entrusted to the care of a daycare facility, it is particularly upsetting to learn of an injury to that minor child due to the negligence of the daycare provider. Often, in this situation, the child is very young, and typically not yet able to verbalize how they were injured. Thus, these types of claims typically require forensic evidence to support the claim, plus common sense. A great example is a case handled successfully by attorney Roger Gelb.

At Gelb and Gelb, we provide effective and efficient legal advocacy for people hurt by the negligent conduct of others. Washington, D.C. motor vehicle accident attorney Roger Gelb handles every case accepted, and is available for direct communication with clients throughout the course of representation. Vehicle accidents such as train collisions and bicycle accidents require careful analysis of the facts in order to recover damages.

Truck accident cases present different legal issues than those related to car accidents. A crash involving a commercial vehicle that may exceed 80,000 pounds can lead to devastating and often catastrophic consequences. If you or someone close to you has been hurt in a truck accident, you have the legal right to set forth a claim for damages from all at-fault parties. Federal and state safety regulations and law regulate the trucking industry.

Bicycles offer many residents of DC a practical and economical mode of transportation. Despite their advantages, bikes also carry serious safety risks. When a cyclist collides with a car or truck, the bike rider typically gets the worst of it. In many cases, these accidents have long-term or even fatal consequences.

If you sustained severe injuries in a bicycle accident, you might be entitled to monetary compensation.

Wrongful death law is among the most devastating parts of personal injury law. If you have lost a family member, you may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death action. Unfortunately, there is no remedy under the law which will provide a family member with anything that can fill the void created by the death of a loved one. We understand this. Our experienced attorneys will fight to ensure that you receive every dollar you are entitled to under the law.

Nightclubs or bars are meant to be a place to unwind and have fun with friends. Unfortunately, where alcohol is involved, injuries can occur. If you are injured due to a bouncer or other patron’s negligent or intentional conduct, you may be entitled to compensation. Our firm has been handling injury cases since 1954. We look forward to hearing from you.