By Anthony I. Shin, Esq. | Personal Injury Attorney | Shin Law Office
Centreville Multi-Car Accident Lawyer | Route 28 Injury Claims & Legal Help
The Most Dangerous Strip in Western Fairfax County Isn’t Just Busy: It’s a Legal Trap After a Crash
Centreville drivers are aware of the risks associated with commuting on Route 28, I-66, and Braddock Road.
Every day, aggressive lane changes, sudden stops, and bottlenecks near shopping centers and interchanges turn this stretch of road into a ticking time bomb.
And when one driver makes a mistake, it rarely ends with just one fender bender.
I’m Anthony I. Shin, Esq., and I represent people hurt in multi-vehicle accidents in Centreville and across Fairfax County.
If you were involved in a chain-reaction crash on Route 28, here’s what the insurance companies won’t tell you, but what you need to know.
Why Route 28 in Centreville Is a Magnet for Multi-Car Accidents
This isn’t your average suburban road. Route 28 in Centreville is:
- A six-lane divided highway
- Surrounded by on-ramps, strip malls, construction zones, and school traffic
- Constantly congested during rush hour and weekend retail traffic
These factors create the perfect storm for chain-reaction collisions.
All it takes is one distracted driver checking GPS, someone tailgating too closely, or a sudden stop in the left lane and three to six cars end up crunched like dominos.
Even worse? In Virginia, who’s at fault isn’t always obvious, and if the insurance company thinks you’re even 1% to blame, they’ll try to deny your claim entirely.
What Every Centreville Driver Should Document After a Multi-Car Crash
If you were hit on Route 28, especially near tricky intersections like Compton Road, Braddock Road, or the I-66 ramp, here’s what to do before speaking to any insurer:
1. Photograph Everything—Fast
Get pictures of all vehicles involved before they’re moved.
Positioning matters in determining who hit who first.
2. Identify Witnesses
Pedestrians, other drivers, or even store employees nearby may have seen what happened.
Their word can outweigh conflicting statements from drivers.
3. Check for Nearby Cameras
Centreville has several traffic cams, and businesses along Route 28 may have surveillance footage that captured the crash.
4. Get Medical Help Immediately
Whiplash, concussions, and back injuries are common, even if symptoms take hours or days to appear.
5. Write Down What You Remember
The moments after a crash are a blur.
Jot down what you recall as soon as possible while it’s fresh in your mind.
Why Multi-Car Claims in Virginia Are So Difficult
Virginia uses a pure contributory negligence system.
That means if you’re found even 1% at fault, you recover nothing. And in a multi-car pileup? The finger-pointing is nonstop.
That’s why I:
- Investigate crash scenes with expert accident reconstructionists
- Analyze impact angles and vehicle damage to determine chain-of-cause
- Subpoena dashcam, traffic camera, or cellphone records when needed
- Push back hard against lowball insurance offers and blame-shifting tactics
You only get one shot to get this right.
Don’t rely on insurance adjusters to figure it out for you—they’re not on your side.
Injured in a Centreville Pileup? I Can Help You Take Control.
Route 28 crashes leave more than wreckage.
They leave people hurt, confused, and vulnerable to insurance traps.
If you were rear-ended, side-swiped, or involved in a domino crash on Centreville roads, I’d be happy to review your case.
— Anthony I. Shin, Esq.
Principal Attorney | Shin Law Office
Call 571-445-6565 or book a consultation online today.
