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				Find A Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Near You			
		
				
			
Motorcycle accidents inflict significantly greater harm than most vehicle collisions—the fatality rate for motorcyclists is nearly 24 times that of passenger car occupants. When you&#8217;ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, having experienced legal representation can make an enormous difference not only in your recovery but in the compensation you receive.

		
		
		
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				Car Totaled But Not At Fault? Here&#8217;s What To Do			
		
				
			
When your car is totaled through no fault of your own, the path to fair compensation requires careful attention to documentation and medical evaluation. Allan M. Siegel, partner at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, emphasizes in Forbes that accident victims must act quickly: &#8220;You should address your injuries promptly. Waiting

		
		
		
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				Angela &#8211; Client Testimonial			
		
				
			
When Angela was in a serious car accident with her daughter in the car, she turned to Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel — a firm she already had a personal connection with through its founder, the late Donald Chaikin. “He was just fantastic,” Angela recalls. “Great lawyer, great founder, just

		
		
		
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				Charles Tolbert- Client Testimonial			
		
				
			
Charles Tolbert, a well-known DC violinist who performs across the DMV as “Bliss Ananda,” was rear-ended in rush hour traffic and sustained injuries that interrupted both his life and his music. Referred by a trusted friend, Charles reached out to Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel to handle his case—and he

		
		
		
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				Ethan &#8211; Testimonial Video			
		
				
			
When Ethan was injured in an unexpected car crash, he had no prior experience with legal cases or insurance claims. Like many accident victims, he was overwhelmed and uncertain about what came next. After researching several firms online, Ethan chose Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel—and quickly felt confident he made

		
		
		
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				Tikia Wilson &#8211; Testimonial Video			
		
				
			
After a devastating car accident caused by a drunk driver, Tikia Wilson suffered a serious brain injury that left her with physical scars and ongoing memory challenges. Her journey to recovery was supported by the attorneys at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel—Stephen Ollar and Joseph Cammarata—whom she now lovingly calls

		
		
		
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				They were adamant about getting me the best settlement.			
		
				
			
&#8220;I was in a car accident on February 2, 2010. I went to a law firm and was told that I didn’t have a case because the damage to my car was under $600. A friend recommended Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. He provided me with the number to

		
		
		
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				Proved to be the perfect advocate			
		
				
			
&#8220;Eight months after two major left knee surgeries, I was involved in a car accident. I felt that I was damaged goods, still recovering from previous knee surgeries, and I did not know whether I could sue for damages. I searched the Internet for law firms specializing in car accidents

		
		
		
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				Mr. Siegel&#8217;s strong conviction, dedication, and determination prevailed in a legal victory.			
		
				
			
“I came to the Law Office of Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata, and Siegel, P.C., in a time of need. I was injured due to an automobile accident that resulted in surgery. As a victim, my innocence came into question. Mr. Siegel believed in my case and me. Mr. Siegel asked that

		
		
		
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				I knew I was in good hands once I stepped into their office.			
		
				
			
“Two years ago I was struck by another vehicle which sent my car spinning out of control into oncoming traffic. I was dealing with a lawyer referred to me by a friend whose staff members were adding to my pain and suffering. They were unprofessional, rude, and uncaring. I decided

		
		
		
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