Arlington, VA Car Accident Lawyers

Skilled Attorneys Addressing Injuries in Auto Accidents in Arlington, Virginia

Depending on the force of the impact, a car accident has the potential for serious bodily harm. Worse, an injury suffered in a car accident can force you out of work, with bleak implications for your financial security. If you have been hurt by the careless driving of another motorist, a personal injury lawyer in Arlington can help you collect the compensation you are owed.

At Robinson Law, PLLC, we take pride in our relentless dedication to victims of motor vehicle accidents. Our attorneys have decades of combined experience, and we are not afraid to challenge insurance companies to help you take home the full you need.

How Quickly Can I Get a Settlement After a Car Accident?

In general, most car accident claims are resolved within a year, but every case is different. If you want a quick settlement, an insurance company might put forward an offer early in negotiations, but these offers are often lowball figures that are unlikely to cover all of your damages. Keep in mind that accepting an offer for a settlement is final in Virginia. Full compensation may take more time to negotiate for, but it is always worth the effort.

Our personal injury lawyers will go to great lengths to fight for the settlement you deserve, and if the insurance company refuses to budge for reasonable compensation, we will take the matter to court. Litigation only accounts for a small minority of cases, but if a personal injury suit does go to trial, it may delay compensation by a year or more.

Common Causes of Car Accidents

Proving that the other driver was at fault for the accident is a key element of recovering compensation in a personal injury suit. Often, these cases boil down to a single act of recklessness on the part of a driver that resulted in the collision. Common causes of car accidents include:

• Drunk Driving: An intoxicated driver's impaired reaction time, motor skills, and judgment can easily cause a car wreck, sometimes with fatal results.
• Texting While Driving: A driver splitting his or her attention between a cell phone and the road is much less likely to notice other drivers, increasing the likelihood of an accident.
• Distracted Driving: A driver who blasts music or ignores the road to talk with passengers may be oblivious to incoming obstacles.

Under Virginia's contributory negligence law, you must be able to demonstrate that the other driver was 100% at fault for an accident. Our attorneys will build a case to prove that the other driver had a clear last chance to avoid the accident, allowing you to collect compensation.

Negotiating for a Settlement

After a car accident, an insurance adjuster may take initiative and reach out to you about your claim. As mentioned previously, the adjuster might begin by offering you a quick settlement. In other cases, however, the adjuster could start by casually asking you questions about the accident, inquiring about what happened or how severe your injuries are.

Above all else, you should not admit any fault for the accident, as the statements you make to an adjuster can be used to deny your claim or reduce the compensation you receive. If you feel pressured to answer, you can invoke your right to an attorney and resume negotiations with a personal injury lawyer present.

Meet With an Arlington Car Accident Attorney Today

If you have been struck by a careless driver in Arlington, you have a right to file a personal injury claim. The lawyers at Robinson Law, PLLC know your rights. We will not accept inadequate settlement offers, and we will do everything in our power to help you secure the maximum compensation. To schedule a free consultation, call our offices today at 703-844-3746 or contact us online.