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Knowing when to hire a lawyer after a car crash can make a real difference, which is why so many people turn to Regan Zambri Long’s Washington, DC car accident lawyer sooner rather than later. Some accidents resolve quickly. Others start simple and then quietly get complicated. We’ve spent nearly 30 years helping clients figure out that turning point.
Our board-certified founding partners hold AV Preeminent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell, and we’re recognized among the Best Law Firms in America. That award-winning experience shows up in outcomes, with more than $1 billion recovered for injured clients, including eight-figure car accident results of $15 million, $14 million, $10.6 million, and $10 million. Our car accident lawyers bring the resources and skill needed to stand up to even the largest insurance companies, and we work with top experts to build cases that hold up when insurers push back.
Have you been injured in a crash and unsure whether it’s time to get legal help? Contact Regan Zambri Long today, and one of our attorneys will call you back. We’ve got over 100 5 star Google reviews and are available 24/7. We also front all case costs, so there’s no fee unless we win your case.
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You don’t have to hire an attorney the minute the airbags go off. But the longer you wait, the more complicated things can get. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget. Insurance companies start building their case—often to minimize your payout. That’s one reason attorney involvement is so common in serious injury cases. In 2023, 47.7% of auto liability bodily injury claims involved legal representation.
Having a lawyer early in the process means you can focus on your health while we handle the rest. From gathering evidence and identifying who’s at fault to dealing with insurance adjusters and filing a lawsuit if needed, at Regan Zambri Long, we’re in your corner from the start.
For most people, the first step after a crash is filing an insurance claim. But here’s the catch—DC, Virginia, and Maryland follow strict contributory negligence rules. That means if you’re even slightly at fault, you could be barred from recovering anything at all.
That’s why insurance companies waste no time trying to shift blame. They might twist your words or lowball your injuries. And that’s often the point where people start rethinking whether they should be handling the claim on their own. A 2024 LexisNexis survey of people with bodily injury auto claims found that 70% ended up hiring an attorney. Of these, 15% didn’t plan on doing so at first, but once the back and forth with the other driver’s insurance company started, 61% said the way the claim was being handled pushed them to bring in a lawyer.
An experienced attorney knows how to spot those tactics and push back. We gather the right documentation, talk to the right experts, and make sure your side of the story is backed by evidence—not just assumptions.
And if the other driver doesn’t have insurance—or doesn’t have enough—your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage might come into play. We can help you figure that out and work to get every dollar you’re owed under your policy.
If the insurance money doesn’t come close to covering your losses, or the other side refuses to take your injuries seriously, a personal injury lawsuit might be your next option.
Some injuries—like brain trauma, spinal damage, or internal bleeding—don’t always show up right away. And insurance offers made too soon after a crash often leave out the costs of long-term care, lost income, and emotional distress.
We help our clients pursue lawsuits when it makes sense. That means building a strong case, bringing in experts, and making sure your claim is filed before the deadline runs out (each state has its own statute of limitations).
You might be entitled to recover:
Whether you’re filing an insurance claim or taking your case to court, proving that someone else caused the crash is a must. Maybe the other driver was texting. Maybe they ran a red light. Or maybe they were drunk or exhausted behind the wheel.
We don’t rely on guesses. Our team works with crash scene investigators, medical professionals, and sometimes even accident reconstruction experts to get the full picture. We know what insurance companies look for—and how to beat them at their own game.
Some crashes are so severe, they claim a life—either at the scene or in the days, weeks, or even years that follow. These cases aren’t just emotionally devastating. They also bring major financial strain to surviving families.
If your loved one was killed in a crash caused by someone else’s actions, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim. These cases can compensate you for:
Every state has its own deadline for filing:
Wrongful death cases can get complicated, especially when more than one party might be responsible. Our team is here to guide you through it with compassion and clarity.
After a crash, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Maybe you’re dealing with pain, car repairs, medical bills, and phone calls from insurance companies—all at once. You don’t have to handle this on your own.
At Regan Zambri Long, we’ve helped injured drivers and grieving families in DC, Maryland, and Virginia recover millions in verdicts and settlements. Over the last 30 years, we’ve handled car accident claims that permanently changed lives, including recoveries of $15 million for a client left paralyzed, $14 million for victims of a major automobile collision, $10.6 million in a case involving paraplegia, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury, and $10 million for a woman injured in a crash. These cases demand real preparation, the right experts, and the willingness to keep pushing when insurers try to slow things down.
That kind of work has built a reputation people recognize across Washington. Three of our partners are rated among the Top 100 Super Lawyers in Washington, DC, and Senior Partner Patrick Regan named one of the National Law Journal’s “Top Ten Power Lawyers” in Washington. Washingtonian Magazine has also hailed him as a “poster boy for legal ethics and integrity,” and “one of the most successful advocates for clients in negligence,” while singling out Senior Partner Salvatore Zambri as a “Big Gun,” among the “Top 1%,” and “one of Washington’s best, most honest and effective lawyers.”
That recognition extends to a national level, with Best Lawyers repeatedly naming us among the Best Law Firms in America, and Lawdragon featuring all six of our partners in their list of 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in the United States. That depth of experience means we know how these cases unfold in the real world, not just on paper. Whether you just had your accident or you’ve been stuck in the middle of a messy claims process, we can step in and help.
We work on a contingency fee basis—meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Call us at (202) 946-5322 or reach out online for a free, no-obligation consultation. Let’s talk about your options and how we can help you move forward.
Have you or your loved one sustained injuries in Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia? Regan Zambri Long PLLC has the best lawyers in the country to analyze your case and answer the questions you may have.