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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Washington, DC
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Showing 20 car accident lawyers in Washington, DC
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Morgan & Morgan
20 M St SE suite 600, Washington, DC 20003
(202) 772-0560 forthepeople.com
Price Benowitz Accident Injury Lawyers, LLP
409 7th St NW Suite 300, Washington, DC 20004
(202) 952-2964 pricebenowitz.com
Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers - Washington D.C. Accident and Injury Lawyers
1730 Rhode Island Ave NW # 410, Washington, DC 20036
4530 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite 450, Washington, DC 20016
(202) 618-9898 pricebenowitz.com
Regan Zambri Long Personal Injury Lawyers
1919 M St NW #600, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 937-3310 rhllaw.com
Wingfield, Ginsburg & Lipp, PC
700 5th St NW UNIT 300, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 789-8000 dmvinjurylaw.com
Marks & Harrison - Personal Injury Attorney - Washington DC
1003 K St NW Suite 404, Washington, DC 20001
(202) 839-9286 marksandharrison.com
Trombly & Singer, PLLC
1825 K St NW #1150, Washington, DC 20006
(202) 831-8134 tromblylaw.com
Johnnie Bond Law
3221 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007
(240) 929-1865 johnniebondlaw.com
Simeone & Miller, LLP
1825 K St NW #650, Washington, DC 20006
(202) 918-6430 simeonemiller.com
Kitchel Injury Law
700 Pennsylvania Ave. SE Second Floor, Washington, DC 20003
(202) 318-9796 kitchellaw.com
TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers
1150 Connecticut Ave NW suite 802b, Washington, DC 20036
(202) 875-6047 topdoglaw.com
Mesirow & Associates, PLLC
5232 44th St NW #3, Washington, DC 20015
(202) 463-0303 dc-attorney.com
Koonz McKenney Johnson & DePaolis LLP
5335 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite 330, Washington, DC 20015
(202) 659-5500 koonz.com
Patrick Malone & Associates, P.C.
1310 L St NW #800, Washington, DC 20005
(202) 742-1500 patrickmalonelaw.com
The Law Offices of Duane O. King
1001 L St SE, Washington, DC 20003
(888) 740-5464 dkinglaw.com
Lightfoot Law, PLLC
Franklin Square, 1300 I St NW #400e, Washington, DC 20005
(202) 919-5453 lightfootlawdc.com
If you have been injured in a car accident in Washington, District of Columbia, a lawyer can help you navigate the legal process and pursue compensation. DC follows a contributory negligence rule, which can bar recovery if you are found even slightly at fault. Local lawyers understand DC Superior Court procedures and the unique traffic patterns of the District.
What Does a Car Accident Lawyer in Washington Cost?
Most car accident lawyers in the District of Columbia work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or court award. Typical fees range from 33 percent to 40 percent of the amount recovered. Some lawyers may charge additional costs for filing fees, expert witnesses, or medical record retrieval. You should discuss all fees and costs in writing before signing a retainer agreement. This is general information, not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file a car accident lawsuit in Washington DC?
In the District of Columbia, you generally have three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This is called the statute of limitations. If you miss this deadline, you may lose your right to sue.
How does contributory negligence affect my car accident claim in DC?
DC uses a strict contributory negligence rule. If you are found to be even 1 percent at fault for the accident, you cannot recover any damages from the other driver. This makes it very important to have strong evidence that the other driver was entirely at fault.
What damages can I recover in a DC car accident case?
You may recover economic damages like medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. You may also recover non-economic damages for pain and suffering. Punitive damages are rarely awarded and require proof of gross negligence or intentional harm.
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