43+ Years
Legal Experience
About C. Douglas Welty
C. Douglas Welty is a full-time trusts & estates attorney located in Arlington, Virginia. He has achieved the status of an Estate Planning Law Specialist, certified by the Estate Law Specialist Board, a body accredited by the American Bar Association and affiliated with the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils. Notably, he was the first estate planning attorney in Northern Virginia to receive this certification.
In addition to this achievement, Doug Welty holds the Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) designation. This multidisciplinary recognition is awarded by the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils. It is available to both estate planning attorneys and other experienced non-attorney professionals, including certified public accountants, financial planners, insurance specialists, and trust administrators, both commercial and private.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Virginia Car Accident Laws
Understanding Virginia's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
contributory negligence
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$30K/$60K/$20K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What certifications does C. Douglas Welty hold?
C. Douglas Welty is certified as an Estate Planning Law Specialist and holds the Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) designation.
Where is C. Douglas Welty based?
C. Douglas Welty is based in Arlington, Virginia.
What is the Estate Planning Law Specialist certification?
It is a certification accredited by the American Bar Association, awarded by the Estate Law Specialist Board.
What does the AEP designation signify?
The Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) designation is for experienced estate planning attorneys and non-attorney professionals.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact C. Douglas Welty for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact C. for a free case review
