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Our award-winning Washington, DC truck accident lawyers in your area have nearly 200 years of combined experience in helping victims get the compensation they deserve. The Regan Zambri Long team of board-certified advocates has secured hundreds of millions of dollars in truck crash settlements, including cases of $15.2 million, $6.9 million, and $4 million. Additionally, two of our partners are among the top 1% of trial lawyers in the US and the DC Metro area, and we have over 100 5-star Google reviews.
With a deep understanding of FMCSA regulations, our board-certified trial lawyers know how to obtain the evidence needed to prove who is at fault for your injuries. We are not afraid to go after the trucking company, manufacturer, or shipping company to get compensation for your injuries.
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Our DC truck accident lawyers have helped numerous victims of truck accidents secure the money they need for all injury or death-related expenses following a truck crash.
Our track record speaks volumes. We have achieved millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our injury clients. Some of our achievements include:
Our DC truck accident lawyers have also represented the family of U.S diplomat Sarah Debbink Langenkamp, who was tragically killed by a flatbed truck while riding her bicycle.
Our firm’s reputation is backed by national recognition at the very highest levels of trial advocacy.
Patrick Regan, Salvatore Zambri, and Victor Long are board certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, a distinction held by only a small percentage of trial lawyers nationwide.
Patrick Regan is also a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, which are both invitation-only groups limited to the top trial attorneys in the country.
In addition, our attorneys have been named as “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in various categories, with Salvatore Zambri named to the Top 10 Super Lawyers in Washington, DC, and all six partners recognized in the Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers list.
These honors reflect the skill, integrity, and proven results we bring to every truck accident case.
To get results, we work with leading accident reconstruction specialists, trucking industry experts, medical professionals, and economic analysts to determine the negligent parties. Our firm has the financial resources to thoroughly investigate your accident and take your case to trial if necessary.
While we handle complex cases, we never forget that behind every case is a person whose life has been turned upside down. You’ll work directly with our legal team who will keep you informed throughout the process and fight for the compensation you need to rebuild your life.
When you hire Regan Zambri Long, here’s exactly what happens to protect your rights and maximize your compensation:
Throughout this entire process, we keep you informed of all developments and handle everything so you can focus on healing from your injuries.
We handle all truck accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case. There are no upfront costs, no hourly fees, and no out-of-pocket expenses. We advance all case costs, including expert witnesses, accident reconstruction, medical records, and court fees.
Our fee only comes from the settlement or verdict we secure for you, so we’re motivated to get you the maximum compensation possible. If we don’t win your case, you owe us nothing. This allows you to have experienced legal representation without any financial risk while you focus on your recovery.
After a semi truck accident in DC, you may be dealing with multiple negligent parties, such as the truck driver, the trucking company, the shipping company, and possibly third-party brokers.
To determine who the responsible parties are, your Washington, DC truck accident lawyer will take into account many factors, such as:
Non-Driver Liability in Truck Accidents
Fault may also lie with the trucking company, parts manufacturers, maintenance contractors, or even the company that loaded the vehicle.
Discovering the at-fault party for your accident must be found quickly. An experienced truck accident attorney is needed to help you with your claim to determine liability.
In most cases, those injured in truck crashes can receive the following financial compensation:
Medical expenses: The bulk of truck accident claims involve monetary compensation for any medical treatment, including future costs you may have, such as further treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
Lost wages and loss of earning capacity: A severe truck accident injury can cause a significant setback in your career. You may miss several weeks of work; in some cases, you may not be able to return to your job and will have to find a new career or go on disability.
Pain and suffering: Pain and suffering compensation refers to any physical, mental, or emotional pain you are experiencing because of the truck crash. This can include mental anguish, emotional distress, depression, PTSD, and more.
Loss of consortium: A severe injury can cause mental distress and change your relationships with family members and friends. You may be unable to give your significant other the same support or companionship. If this is the case, you may collect loss of consortium damages.
Wrongful death: The family has the opportunity to file a wrongful death claim to pay for the expenses associated with the fatal truck accident. The compensation you receive may include any loss of future income.
Punitive damages: Although punitive damages are rare, they are meant to punish the behavior of those responsible for the commercial truck accident.
Since each personal injury case is unique, it’s hard to determine an average settlement for a trucking accident. There are several factors to take into account when determining a truck accident settlement, such as:
Speaking with an experienced truck accident lawyer in Washington, DC, can help you estimate the value of your truck accident claim. If you or a loved one was involved in a truck crash in Washington, DC, our truck accident lawyer is ready to speak with you. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.
Truck accidents are handled differently from car accidents in many ways. Not only are there more parties that can be held liable for your accident, but you are dealing with a larger and heavier vehicle than a typical passenger car. The larger the vehicle is, the more likely the accident will result in catastrophic injuries that can take years to recover from.
Other reasons include:
Semi truck drivers require specialized licenses and must adhere to additional regulations, such as federal limits on the maximum hours they can drive within a 24-hour period. Drivers must also track their driving and break time, and subject their vehicles to routine maintenance and weight checks.
Despite these federal regulations, it is common for drivers to be pressured into driving longer than allowed and falsifying break or driving records.
In addition to federal regulations, the District of Columbia has additional regulations that truck drivers must follow. The driver must know about and adhere to such regulations, so drivers new to the area may unknowingly violate local laws.
In DC, fines for moving violations are automatically doubled in construction and work zones when proper signs are posted.
If there are regulation violations, the driver and their employer may be subject to legal action regardless of whether the regulations were knowingly violated. A Washington, DC personal injury lawyer who specializes in truck accidents will understand the additional factors that affect semi truck accidents and will be able to investigate any issues to ensure you have the most robust case possible.
According to the United States Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 5,375 fatal large truck accidents in 2023. Of those fatal crashes, more than 2% involved a tractor-trailer hauling hazardous materials.
Hazardous materials involved in truck accidents come with additional risks and injuries to all those involved, which could affect your case and compensation claim.
Truckers don’t haul cargo across the country as private citizens; they work for someone. That means truck accidents involve the driver’s company, the company’s insurance provider, the company that hired the truck to haul its cargo, and the truck or part manufacturers. If the truck’s cargo is found to have contributed to the accident, the manufacturer and packing company may also be at fault.
Additionally, trucking accidents often involve multiple vehicles, complicating the issue of who could be held responsible. So many potentially liable parties are involved in truck accidents, and each party is likely to call on their insurance provider for help, leading to twice the initial party count. You must work with a Washington, DC truck accident lawyer who can navigate such complex cases so you get the compensation you need.
Because commercial trucks are so large and weigh so much, they are more likely to cause severe injuries in an accident. Regan Zambri Long has extensive experience handling many types of truck accidents, including:
Regardless of the type of truck accident, in DC, reckless driving includes going 20 miles or more over the limit or operating a vehicle in a way that shows disregard for safety. Penalties increase if someone is injured.
Commercial trucks pose unique dangers on DC roads, each carrying hazards that can lead to devastating accidents. These vehicles range from massive tractor-trailers and semi-trucks to specialized service vehicles. The largest commercial vehicles, including big rigs and 18-wheelers, present the most serious accident risks due to their enormous size and weight. The following categories highlight the specific dangers each type of commercial vehicle poses to DC drivers and vulnerable road users.
Commercial truck accidents result in severe injuries and fatalities due to massive weight differentials (20-40 times heavier than cars), specialized equipment hazards, dangerous cargo materials, limited stopping ability, and operation in high-risk environments. The combination of size, weight, and specialized functions makes these vehicles particularly deadly in collisions with passenger vehicles.
The FMCSA maintains rules and standards to promote safety in the trucking industry. Some of the most essential FMCSA regulations include:
If you sustained injuries in a trucking or bobtail truck (semi truck operating without a trailer) accident, you likely do not know whether the driver or company violated these rules. However, our Washington, DC, truck accident attorneys can examine the company’s records and the truck’s ELD to determine if violations contributed to your injuries.
What you do after getting into a truck accident can be important to your case.
Remember that DC law makes it a criminal offense to leave the scene of an accident. Drivers must stop, share their information, and help anyone who is injured.
Your first step is to seek medical attention immediately, even if you don’t think you’re injured. If you choose not to go to the hospital at the accident scene, follow up with your physician in the following days to get checked.
Your truck accident attorney will be able to collect evidence you may not be able to get, such as the truck’s “black box,” an electronic recording device on the commercial truck that records what the truck driver was doing before and during the accident. But there is evidence at the scene that you can collect to prove that the truck driver or trucking company may be negligent for the accident, such as:
Your truck accident lawyer will take all the evidence you give them and contact the defendant to work out a settlement. Since going to trial is costly, time-consuming, and can result in the defendant paying more damages, they will likely offer you a settlement instead.
All you have to do is stay in touch with your lawyer and get the proper medical treatment until you feel better. If you have an ongoing injury that won’t heal or could take a long time, your lawyer will also consult you about going after compensation for future medical bills.
If you or a loved one were injured in a trucking accident anywhere in the Washington, DC, region, you need to act quickly. Evidence will disappear shortly after the accident, and the trucking company will immediately dispatch a response team soon after learning about the crash. You need an experienced legal team to protect your rights and to make sure you get justice. Regan Zambri Long is that team.
Our attorneys hold the highest AV ratings from Martindale-Hubbell and serve as leaders in the American Board of Trial Advocates, an invitation-only organization of trial lawyers and judges that requires at least five years of active trial practice, seven completed jury trials, and a proven record of litigation experience.
Contact our truck accident law firm today to schedule a free consultation.
In Washington, DC, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is up to three years from the date of the accident. For wrongful death claims, the decedent’s family has up to two years from the date of death to file a claim. After your truck collision, contact our law office as soon as possible.
A bobtail truck is a semi truck operating without a trailer. These vehicles can be harder to control because the lack of a trailer shifts the truck’s weight distribution, making braking and handling less stable, especially in emergencies.
Some ELD data is overwritten in as little as 30 days. Acting fast ensures this valuable crash evidence isn’t lost or deleted.
Yes. If a semi truck crash in Washington, DC was caused by negligence, you can sue the driver, the trucking company, or other responsible parties. A lawyer can help prove fault and pursue compensation for your injuries and losses.
Most truck accident cases are resolved through settlement, but some do go to trial if the insurer refuses to pay fair compensation. Your lawyer will prepare your case for both outcomes to protect your rights.
Settling a claim is often quicker and less stressful, but a trial may secure higher compensation if the trucking company won’t negotiate fairly. An attorney will guide you on which option best serves your case.
You may have a valid claim if you were injured in a crash caused by a negligent driver, trucking company, or other party. A free consultation with a lawyer can confirm whether you are entitled to compensation.
Be cautious about accepting an initial offer, as it is often much lower than the value of your case. Having a lawyer review the settlement helps ensure you receive fair compensation.
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.