In Washington, D.C., personal injury claims fall under D.C. Code § 12-301 with a 3-year statute of limitations, but DC’s contributory negligence rule bars recovery if you are even 1% at fault. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 1 documented case result in Washington, D.C. (100% favorable outcome rate).

Personal injury law in Washington, D.C. allows you to seek compensation when someone else’s negligence causes you harm. The primary statute governing the time limit for filing a claim is D.C. Code § 12-301, which gives you 3 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit in DC Superior Court. Unlike most states, DC follows the strict contributory negligence rule. This means if a jury finds you even 1% responsible for the accident, you cannot recover any damages. This rule makes it critical to preserve evidence and identify witnesses immediately after an accident. Founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. understands how to build a case that minimizes any argument of your own fault.

Last verified: April 2026 | DC Superior Court | D.C. Code § 12-301 (official DC Code)

Review the official statute: D.C. Code § 12-301 (official DC Code). For court information, visit the DC Courts official website.

Personal injury claims in DC are filed in DC Superior Court Civil Division at 500 Indiana Avenue NW. The court requires mandatory mediation for many civil cases before trial. DC law requires uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage on all auto policies.

1. Preserve all evidence immediately — photos, witness contact info, and police report.
2. File your complaint at DC Superior Court Civil Division within 3 years of injury.
3. Attend mandatory mediation session scheduled by the court.
4. If mediation fails, proceed to trial before a judge or jury.
5. Collect judgment or negotiate settlement after verdict.

In Washington, D.C., personal injury claims carry no statutory cap on damages, but the contributory negligence rule can bar all recovery.

Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and has handled over 4,739 cases firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC. Our attorneys bring a case-specific approach to each personal injury claim, focusing on the unique facts of your accident.

Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 1 total documented case result in Washington, D.C. across all practice areas, with a 100% favorable outcome rate.

Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Our Arlington location is approximately 3 miles from DC Superior Court, accessible via I-395, I-66, and Constitution Avenue. We serve as a personal injury lawyer near Washington, D.C., including Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Columbia Heights, U Street, Logan Circle, Foggy Bottom, Navy Yard, Petworth, Brookland, Anacostia, Southwest Waterfront, Woodley Park, Cleveland Park, Spring Valley, Forest Hills, Chevy Chase DC, American University Park, Wesley Heights, Bloomingdale, Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Glover Park, Mount Pleasant, Shaw, Chinatown/Penn Quarter, NoMa, Ivy City, Eckington, Deanwood, Hillcrest, Congress Heights, Barracks Row, and Eastern Market.

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Last verified: April 2026. Information current as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.