Washington DC has more than its fair share of car accidents
By John Y.
Saturday, March 10, 2007
For those of us who make Washington DC our home, we must put up with a great deal when it comes to commuting. You have the constant flood of dignitaries and the resulting traffic hold ups. You have a lot of people from out of town or out of the country trying to drive in the maze of traffic. The end result is a great supply of frustration and car accidents.
Given that many of Washington DC motorists are from out of town, when you’re in a car accident in Washington, it is extremely important to get a lawyer. People with diplomatic immunity and vacation travelers are still legally responsible for personal injury they cause in a car accident. Unfortunately, without a good personal injury lawyer, they’re often the hardest people to collect from.
Though you need a lawyer whenever you are hurt in a car accident, it is especially true in Washington DC. Call a few lawyers, ask for references, and for the number and type of personal injury cases that each attorney has handled. Find an attorney who is based in Washington DC, one who specializes in car accidents, and one who you trust to handle your personal injury claim.