Car Accidents



If you’ve been in a Virginia car accident, you’ve come to the right place.  At Abrenio Law, we have over 25 years of combined legal expereince and understand what you’re facing.  We also believe in giving people the tools they need to make important decisions. That is why we created this website.

Take some time to review our answers to our Most Frequently Asked Questions below. Then reach out to Abrenio Law for your Free Consultation at Ph. 703-570-4180



Should I sign the other driver’s car insurance HIPAA release and give a recorded statement?

Don’t sign anything and don’t agree to a recorded statement.  Under Virginia insurance law, you are not required to do anything immediately after an accident.   Instead, click here to learn more about your rights.


Is there a deadline to make my injury claim?

Under Virginia law, you typically have a two (2) year statute of limitations for car accident claims.  However, in some types of claims there are additional notice requirements. For instance, if you have a claim against a County, you have to provide proper notice within 6 months. For claims against the Commonwealth, you have to provide notice within 1 year. So, do not sit on your rights. 

Also, simply notifying the insurance company about your car accident is not enoughMake sure to read more about what steps you need to take to preserve your claim by clicking here.


They are claiming that I’m partially at fault for the crash. What now?

Virginia is one of only three states that apply Contributory Negligence.  This rule says that if the person that caused your crash was 99% at fault, but you were just 1% at fault, you lose.  This is an unforgiving rule, which the court will apply without regard to the seriousness of your injuries. (Learn more about Contributory Negligence here).

Given that, you need to make every effort to preserve the facts that prove that you didn’t contribute to your accident. Click here to read about steps you should take immediately after your accident.


Should I use my health insurance to pay my accident bills?

In Virginia, the short answer is yes.  If you’re fortunate enough to have health insurance, make sure to use it for your accident injuries and treatment.  Click here to read why it’s important to use your health insurance, even though the defendant caused your injuries


Why does it matter how much car insurance I have?

Under Virginia law, a driver can legally drive with little or no car insurance. That’s why you need to know how much Under-Insured Motorist (UIM) Coverage you have. Click here to learn more about UIM coverage and how it affects your case.


What is my case worth?

Despite what you may have heard or read on the internet, there is no simple “formula” to answer this question. Click here to learn what we think your case is worth.


What damages can I claim in my accident case?

To understand the possible value of your claim, you need to know what damages you can seek under Virginia law. Click here for an in-depth discussion of possible damages you may have in your case.


Should I be worried about my deposition?

If you’ve filed suit in your case, you will likely be deposed. Here’s some useful information that we think you should consider when preparing for your deposition.


Where does Abrenio Law handle cases?

Abrenio Law’s main office is located in the heart of Fairfax City.  However, we travel all over Northern Virginia to serve our car accident clients.  These counties include:

  • Fairfax
  • Prince William
  • Loudoun
  • Arlington
  • Alexandria
  • Stafford
  • Warrenton
  • Richmond
  • Charlottesville

Abrenio Law serves clients across the state.  Indeed, James Abrenio grew up in Southwest Virginia (Grundy).  He lived in Richmond during high school (where his parents reside) and went to College in Charlottesville (UVA) and regularly travels back for both cases and fun.  Abrenio Law has handled cases In Williamsburg and New Port News. 


What happens after I hire Abrenio Law for my car accident case?

Of course, we certainly hope that we can help you out. Our goal is to educate you about the circumstances you’re facing. To that end, click here to learn about what you can expect when you hire us to help you out with your car accident case.


Do I really need an attorney to handle my case?

While most firms won’t tell you this, you may not need an attorney to resolve your car accident case. If you’re considering settling your own case, here’s some useful information for you to consider.


Other Useful Virginia Car Accident Blog Posts & Videos.

Still have unanswered questions about your Virginia car crash case? Here are answers to some other questions that we hear often. Feel free to keep learning.


What are some of Abrenio Law’s previous results?

Abrenio Law is an award-winning, boutique Personal Injury firm. With over 25 years of experience, our lawyers have been serving clients of Fairfax and throughout Northern Virginia. Over that time, their work product has spoken volumes to the service they provides. Here’s some useful information about prior cases and prior clients:


Still have questions? Abrenio Law can help.

If you’ve read this far, you have just been bombarded with information. We hoped it answered some of your most glaring questions.  Now it’s time to take the next step and reach out to an attorney.  At Abrenio Law, we provide Free Consultations for Virginia Car accident cases.  You can reach us at Ph. 703-570-4180