{"id":3250,"date":"2025-11-07T14:58:06","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T14:58:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/?p=3250"},"modified":"2025-12-09T19:40:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T19:40:05","slug":"when-to-call-a-car-accident-lawyer-after-a-crash-in-the-dmv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/blog\/when-to-call-a-car-accident-lawyer-after-a-crash-in-the-dmv\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Call a Car Accident Lawyer After a Crash in the DMV"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"270\">Why You Need to Call a Lawyer After a Car Accident<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"601\">You should call a lawyer after a car accident because the insurance company is not on your side. Their goal is to pay as little as possible, even when you are seriously hurt. We protect your rights, help you get the medical care you need, and make sure you receive full compensation for your injuries, lost wages, and recovery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"963\">Car accidents in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia can change your life in an instant. From the Beltway to I-270 and Route 295, crashes in our area often lead to serious injuries, hospital visits, and time away from work. If you were hurt, the best step is to contact a lawyer who understands the local laws and how to deal with the insurance companies.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1016\">Time Limits for Car Accident Claims in the DMV<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1124\">Each state has a deadline, called the statute of limitations, for filing a lawsuit after a car accident.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1520\">\n<li data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1310\">\n<p data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1310\"><strong>Washington, D.C.:<\/strong> You generally have three years from the date of the accident. If a D.C. government employee caused the crash, you must give the District notice within six months.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1410\">\n<p data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1410\"><strong>Maryland:<\/strong> The deadline is also three years, though it can change depending on who was at fault.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1520\">\n<p data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1520\"><strong>Virginia:<\/strong> You have two years to file, and there may be extra steps if a government employee was involved.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1718\">Even though you may have time, acting quickly matters. Evidence fades, and insurance companies start working on their defense right away. The sooner you contact us, the stronger your case will be.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"174\">Proving Fault After a Crash<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"332\">To recover compensation, you must show that another driver or company caused the accident. We investigate every detail of your case to protect your claim.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"364\"><strong>Important evidence includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"558\">\n<li data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"419\">\n<p data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"419\">Police reports with driver statements and diagrams<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"460\">\n<p data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"460\">Witness names and what they remember<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"513\">\n<p data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"513\">Photos or videos of the scene and vehicle damage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"558\">\n<p data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"558\">Footage from traffic or security cameras<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This evidence can make all the difference in proving what really happened.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"759\">Watch our short video on <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a class=\"decorated-link\" style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=B6zW_-a3uB4&amp;t=2s\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"682\">the critical first steps after a car accident<\/a><\/strong><\/span> so you do not make the mistakes that could end your case before it\u2019s over.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2285\">Medical Treatment and Documentation<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2640\">If you are injured, see a doctor right away and tell them your injuries came from a car accident. Good medical records are critical to your case. You can see your own doctors or someone recommended by people you trust. Follow your treatment plan and avoid missing appointments, since gaps in care can make it seem like you recovered sooner than you did.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2688\">Medical Liens and Insurance Reimbursement<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2807\">After an accident, certain groups may claim part of your settlement to repay medical costs. These are called liens.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"3094\">\n<li data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2882\">\n<p data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2882\">Medicare or Medicaid may request repayment for accident-related care.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2994\">\n<p data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2994\">Private health insurance may also ask for reimbursement, but using it often results in lower bills overall.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3094\">\n<p data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3094\">Workers\u2019 compensation may apply if you were driving for work and someone else caused the crash.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3229\">At Donahoe Kearney, we review and negotiate these liens to make sure you only pay what is necessary and keep more of your settlement.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0G6kLoA7bbw?si=n8dCm_z2Z5J6EOPz\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3832\" data-end=\"3864\">If you were seriously hurt in a car accident, let us help you understand your rights and options.<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3278\" data-end=\"3556\">Car accident laws in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia can be confusing. Insurance adjusters may tell you your claim will close or that you have to take a low offer, but that is not true. As long as you are within the legal deadline, your claim can still be pursued for full value.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3558\" data-end=\"3830\">We make sure you do not settle for less than you deserve. We handle the insurance companies, coordinate your care, and guide you through every step so you can focus on getting better.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"4142\">Call <span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><a style=\"color: #3366ff;\" href=\"tel:202-393-3320\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>202-393-3320<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span> or book your free consultation here: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/clientexperience\/15min?month=2024-12\" data-start=\"4021\" data-end=\"4139\">Book Free Consultation<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4 data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"4142\">Related Articles:<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/faqs\/when-should-i-see-a-doctor-after-a-car-accident\/\">When Should I See a Doctor After a Car Accident?<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/donahoekearney.com\/reports\/7-deadly-sins-that-will-wreck-your-accident-case\/\">Seven Deadly Sins That Will Wreck Your Accident Case<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #3366ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=24BkhuxlkuY\">Hit by an Uninsured Driver?<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why You Need to Call a Lawyer After a Car Accident You should call a lawyer after a car accident because the insurance company is not on your side. 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