Personal Injury Attorneys Joseph Cammarata and Allan M. Siegel have been named to the 2019 "Best Lawyers" list by The Best Lawyers in America®. Known as one of the country's most trusted legal rating services, Best Lawyers publishes an annual listing of attorneys who have exemplified the highest standards of success in their respective areas of law and geographic locations, and have cultivated the esteem and respect of their legal peers. To be included in the prestigious list, attorneys must pass a multi-phase, peer-review selection process consisting of peer nominations, independent research into professional achievements, and third party analysis conducted by leading lawyers who are best positioned to provide feedback on the abilities and reputations of nominees.

In this year's publication of The Best Lawyers in America, Joseph Cammarata was named to the list for his work in two areas, Personal Injury Litigation and Medical Malpractice Law. Allan M. Siegel was recognized for his work in Personal Injury Litigation.

Mr. Cammarata's inclusion in the Best Lawyers list recognizes an impressive legal career in which he has earned national recognition for successfully protecting the rights of victims of preventable accidents, discrimination, and civil rights abuses. Having litigated against some of the nation's most powerful entities – from prominent insurance companies and corporations to government entities and even the President of the United States, Mr. Cammarata has proven himself capable of handling even the most complex and high profile cases, including those involving serious injuries, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and more. Mr. Cammarata is also regarded for his stature as a legal authority, and is regularly sought after as a featured speaker for various legal seminars, published author, and guest on numerous international and national media outlets. Among other important roles, Mr. Cammarata also serves as President and Treasurer of The Brain Injury Association of the District of Columbia, and drafted the DC Youth Athletic Concussion Protection Act, which became law in Washington, DC, to protect youth athletes against risks posed by brain injuries.

A Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Civil Trial Advocacy, an achievement held by just 3% of all lawyers nationwide, Mr. Siegel has established himself as a respected and nationally recognized personal injury lawyer. Over the years, Mr. Siegel has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for clients, including those who have suffered serious and catastrophic injuries, as well as traumatic brain injuries, in matters involving commercial trucking accidents, auto accidents, premises liability, and other preventable incidents. Known for his common sense approach, trial abilities, and focus on securing full and complete justice, Mr. Siegel has also served in important leadership capacities for various legal organizations, including his role as past President Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, DC. He is the current District of Columbia Delegate to The American Association for Justice, and has been invited to speak nationally by AAJ's Trucking Litigation Group. Like Mr. Cammarata, Mr. Siegel has earned numerous awards from various legal organizations, including continued selection to Washington, DC Super Lawyers Magazine and distinction among Washington's "Top Lawyers" by Washingtonian Magazine.

Washington, DC Personal Injury Attorneys Joseph Cammarata and Allan M. Siegel are Partners at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., a nationally recognized law firm that has recovered over $500 million in compensation for clients throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginiasince it was founded more than 45 years ago. The firm has earned notable success in cases involving serious injuries, truck accidents, premises liability, traumatic brain injuries, and more, and is comprised of award-winning litigators committed to protecting the rights of victims and families who suffer harm due to the negligence and wrongful acts of others. Learn more by visiting www.chaikinandsherman.com.