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Auto Accidents


There are over 6 million auto accidents every year in the United States. Unfortunately, this means that there is a good chance that you, or someone you know, will be involved in a car accident sometime in your life. Regardless of whether you suffer only mild whiplash or a loved one is killed, you are entitled to compensation for all damage caused by the negligent driver. Compensation can include not just reimbursement for medical bills, but also for pain and suffering, lost wages and punitive damages. 


Punitive damages punish an individual’s wrongdoings and are used to discourage others from similar actions. In Virginia, you may be able to collect for punitive damages in a variety of situations, including drunk driving offenses, reckless driving accidents, hit and run cases and other appalling acts that can cause bodily injury while operating a motor vehicle. 


I have worked on cases ranging the spectrum from slight fender benders to serious drunk driving accidents and each type has its own complexities and challenges. Hiring a personal injury lawyer will ensure that your case is handled properly.




If You Are In an Auto Accident, You Should Do the Following:


  1. •Always file a police report, despite the severity of the incident. This is important in a timely recovery of damages.

  2. •Try to find an eye witness and get their contact information.

  3. •See your primary care physician or visit the hospital within 48 hours for an examination. Even if you do not feel as if you were injured at the time of the accident, problems can occur days or even weeks later. Early detection of these problems can ensure that the person at fault will not escape liability.

  4. •Never agree to a taped conversation with an insurance company. They are not doing this for your benefit, but as an attempt deny or lower any settlement paid to you.

  5. •Take photos of the damage to your vehicle. These pictures can be used to strengthen your case.

  6. •Take photos of your injuries and keep a detailed journal/log of your recovery process. This information can be crucial to your case and to any recovery.

  7. •Call the Law Office of William Justice Whitaker at 703.880.8326.

703.880.8326

9516C Lee Highway

Fairfax, VA 22031