Washington DC Highway Accidents Attorney

      
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Any auto accident is scary but the reason why so many people require the help of a highway accidents attorney Washington DC is because accidents on the highway are among some of the most dangerous kinds of accidents. They often result in horrible injuries or death because they often happen at higher speeds than the accidents that happen in cities and suburban areas. Add large trucks, commercial vehicles, semi-tractors, and motorcycles to the masses of passenger cars, trucks and SUVs on our highways, and there are many possibilities for accidents.

Lots of Weight + Lots of Speed = Hard and Forceful Impact

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You do not need to remember the droning of your high school physics teacher to know that when you have a large and heavy object, such as a car, traveling at a relatively high speed, such as those traveled on U.S. highways, if that object/car comes in contact with another object/vehicle the force of impact can be great and cause a great amount of damage to one or more of the vehicles involved.

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident that occurred on a highway, or if someone you love has died as the result of this kind of accident, talking to a top highway accidents attorney in Maryland, Virginia and or Washington DC today, may start you getting the help you need. The experienced legal team at Cohen & Cohen, are ready to talk to you and are available for a free case evaluation.

Large Trucks, Commercial Vehicles, and Semi-Tractors

Regardless of the skill and training of a licensed driver, larger vehicles take longer to stop, cannot make quick or sharp turns, and cannot speed up quickly to get out of dangerous situations. This is why they are prone to accidents. When the weight of these vehicles combined with the above come across other vehicles traveling at high speeds, incidents of damage to vehicles and injuries to people during a crash are high.

If you are unsure of whether or not you need a good highway accidents attorney to help you with an accident that you or someone you love has been in involving a large truck or commercial vehicle, talking to the car accident lawyer DC trusts and who has had success in getting their clients the compensation they are entitled to, can help to answer your questions. The sooner you get in contact with a top highway accidents attorney, the sooner they may be able to start collecting evidence and protecting the strength of your claim.

Driver Negligence

It is not just large trucks and commercial vehicles that can cause large amounts of damage and serious injuries to other vehicles. The drivers of passenger vehicles and motorcycles often do careless and irresponsible things that put the rest of the vehicles around them at risk for collision.

It is a common occurrence to be driving the high but correct speed limit on the highway, paying attention to the vehicles and road around you, when someone who has just cut across two other lanes cuts across yours and the one next to you to try to make it to the exit. Sometimes this same dangerous driver does not get to the exit and they put you in harms way, doing things such as backuping on the median and/or going over solid lines or physical dividers. None of these maneuvers are legal but drivers do them all the time. A victim of this kind of behavior should not have to pay for another driver’s careless or negligent behavior.

If you are concerned about the medical bills, lost wages, pain, and/or grief that a highway accident is causing for you and your loved ones, you may be entitled to compensation. If you or someone close to you has been injured or killed in an accident caused by a negligent or careless driver on the highway, someone at Cohen & Cohen is available to talk to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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What Our Clients Have to Say

"Very quick and easy, I was very satisfied with their work. Isabela kept me updated on every step of my case. Would 10/10 recommend!"
Eduardo M.

"I had a horrific rollover accident over a year ago. I reached out to Cohen and Cohen. They were awesome and very professional. Riley Kloc was awesome. I would definitely recommend their services. 5 stars. Thanks for everything."
Ronald M.

"Best lawyers and paralegal. They were easy to communicate with and did a great job on my case"
Bianca J.

“Cohen and Cohen handled my accident case amazingly. They were communicative, responsive, and kind. They made handling a stressful and painful situation easier.”
Jayden G.

"Adam Leighton did a great job handling my case so did Miriam and I was very satisfied with the outcome of the case! Would recommend to anyone looking for a lawyer on a dog bite case."
Christopher D.

"So glad I picked them! They crushed it and exceeded my expectation. They kept me in the loop frequently and whenever called or emailed. I would highly recommend them."
Brody S.

“Cohen & Cohen did a great job at recovering a good amount of money for me after my accident. Siri was super informative & responsive. Overall I had a great experience using this firm & they will be my first call if I am ever in an accident again.”

– Charles M.

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“I had a very positive experience with Cohen & Cohen and I highly recommend them to anyone who needs their services.”

– John G.

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“I would highly recommend Cohen & Cohen. They were awesome on my case. Cohen & Cohen had my best interest at heart at all times.”

– Morgan L.

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“My experience at Cohen & Cohen has been great from the beginning until the very end when my case was closed…I would definitely recommend them to family, friends or anyone that has a case with a personal injury accident.”

– Maria M.

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   Kenneth Distance 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ms. Skibicki handled my uninsured motorist claim exceptionally well. She understood the importance of balancing justice and compensation from those involved in the dispute. She fought for a fair settlement and genuinely listened to my concerns and complaints about the process, showing empathy throughout.

She thoughtfully explained the pros and cons of pursuing further litigation if I was not satisfied with the offer, and she gave me ample time to make a decision that felt right for my situation. I never felt pressured to accept an offer that didn’t meet my needs. If I need legal assistance again, I would choose Cohen and Cohen and specifically request Ms. Skibicki as my attorney.
  
 
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   Siayre Nichols 
 83 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had Ms. Nicole handle my case and she was amazing! One of my biggest worries was having a lawyer who wouldn’t take my case seriously, but Ms. Nicole was went to bat for me and did an excellent job. I really appreciate you, Ms. Nicole!
  
 
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 96 days ago
 
 
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   Christopher Ruiz 
 103 days ago
 
 
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   Meredith Stasa 
 104 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I retained Cohen & Cohen after I was struck by a car and fractured my spine. Adam was kind, knowledgeable and truly an advocate throughout the entire settlement process. He was incredibly responsive to my calls, emails and texts, and always took the time to explain how parts of the admittedly complex process worked with insurance, etc. Adam was able to secure a settlement of the offender's maximum policy limit, and the process was completed within a year. 10/10 recommend!
  
 
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   Nini Da Silva 
 109 days ago
 
 
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Cohen & Cohen exceeded my expectations throughout my case. Nicole Skibicki, Esq. was an outstanding attorney who demonstrated professionalism, compassion, and genuine care from start to finish. She took the time to listen whenever I needed to vent about my situation, and her empathy made a difficult process much more manageable.

Nicole was a strong advocate on my behalf and worked diligently to ensure that I received a fair settlement from the insurance company. I always felt informed, supported, and confident that my case was in capable hands.

I highly recommend Cohen & Cohen to anyone seeking a personal injury or accident attorney. If you want experienced legal representation, exceptional client service, and a team that truly cares about achieving the best possible outcome for you, this is the firm to choose. Thank you, Nicole and the entire Cohen & Cohen team, for your dedication and outstanding work!
  
 
 
  
 
 
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