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How Strong Is Your Car Accident Damages Claim?

In car accident litigation, the stronger your claim for damages are the more you stand to benefit from the advice of a knowledgeable attorney. The mistakes that are easy to make in the earliest stages of an accident claim can make the difference between realizing the full value of your damages, or receiving a settlement that doesn't fully compensate you for your injuries. Did you know Virginia is a contributory negligence state? Did you know that if you admit you were exceeding the speed limit or in the slightest way contributed to causing the accident you can be barred from recovery under Virginia law?

To learn how you can make the most out of your legal rights after a serious car accident or SUV rollover, contact MacDowell & Associates in Fairfax. We represent clients in Northern Virginia, the Maryland suburbs of Washington, and the District itself.

Call 703-763-0923 for a free consultation with a personal injury attorney

Many people run into problems when trying to resolve their own car accident claims. Any statement you make to an insurance claims adjuster might very well come back to haunt you. Any gap in medical documentation could cost you many thousands on the pain and future treatment components of your motor vehicle accident claim.

At MacDowell & Associates, our attention to detail with the evidence you need to prove liability and damages against a negligent driver can help protect the value of your accident claims. With a trial record covering hundreds of personal injury and wrongful death cases, our understanding of the level of detail necessary to prove your case across a range of auto crash scenarios can give you a powerful advantage.

We also know how insurance companies operate. They will exploit the mistakes of anyone who's unfamiliar with the claims settlement process. We also know the legal and practical differences between Virginia, Maryland and D.C. negligence law and insurance procedures. In some cases, where we present your claim can make a very significant difference to the eventual outcome.

Our lawyers can make an accurate evaluation of the extent of your losses and execute a litigation strategy that improves your chance of a fair settlement. If we can't achieve your litigation objectives through negotiation, we're always ready to present your claims to a jury.

This approach to car accident litigation works best when we're brought into the case early and have the chance to protect the evidence you'll need to prove your claims. For a free consultation with an experienced personal injury attorney, contact MacDowell & Associates in Fairfax.

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MacDowell & Associates, P.C.
10500 Sager Avenue, Suite F
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
703-763-0923 TEL
703-591-2253 FAX

The personal injury attorneys of MacDowell & Associates, P.C., in Fairfax represent clients throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C., including such communities as Fairfax County, Loudon County, Prince William County, Arlington County, Alexandria, Springfield, Manassas, Reston, Vienna, McLean, Annandale, Woodbridge, Falls Church, Leesburg, Herndon, Montgomery County, Howard County, Prince George's County, Anne Arundel County, Charles County, Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring, Wheaton, College Park, Greenbelt, Bowie, Suitland, Glassmanor, Gaithersburg and Fort Washington MD.