Introduction
Since opening in 1993 at 922 Pennsylvania Avenue SE in Washington, D.C., Frederick J. Brynn, P.C. has operated a 24/7 phone answering service alongside a practice that now carries over 75 years of combined litigation experience across its attorneys. That three-decade presence on Pennsylvania Avenue, combined with the firm’s round-the-clock accessibility, reflects a practice built for the reality that accidents and emergencies do not follow business hours. The firm represents clients throughout Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia in personal injury, wrongful death, DUI and DWI defense, and workers compensation matters.
Practice Areas
Frederick J. Brynn, P.C. maintains a broad personal injury and criminal defense practice spanning the D.C. metro tri-state area:
Personal Injury – Vehicle Accidents
The firm handles car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle and pedestrian accidents, drunk driving accidents, and hit-and-run cases throughout D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Truck accident cases receive particular attention due to the severity of injuries commercial vehicles can cause, and the firm investigates evidence including driver logs, black box data, cell phone records, maintenance reports, and witness statements.
Motorcycle Accidents
The firm’s motorcycle practice covers crashes caused by distracted driving, unsafe lane changes, drunk driving, and failure-to-yield situations. The practice addresses D.C.’s pure contributory negligence rules and Maryland’s contributory fault system, which bars compensation if a rider shares even minimal blame.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
The firm explains that pedestrians hold specific rights under D.C. law, including the right of way at intersections and designated crossings. Attorneys investigate accident causes thoroughly and pursue compensation for broken bones, head trauma, spinal cord injuries, and other serious harm.
Wrongful Death
The wrongful death practice serves families in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, pursuing claims for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering in cases arising from car accidents, truck collisions, medical malpractice, premises liability, defective products, and workplace incidents. D.C. wrongful death claims carry a two-year statute of limitations.
DUI and DWI Defense
Opened in 1993, the firm has successfully defended Maryland drivers facing DUI charges. The practice challenges field sobriety tests, breath tests, and blood tests, examining every phase from the initial stop through testing procedures. DWI cases are described as highly technical, requiring deep understanding of both criminal defense law and the science of alcohol detection.
Construction Accident and Workers Compensation
The firm advises construction workers that they typically have 30 days to take specific actions after an accident before being barred from certain types of compensation. The practice identifies three primary compensation types: insurance settlements for motor vehicle accidents, workers compensation benefits for employees, and additional liability claims where applicable.
Attorney Profiles
Frederick J. Brynn founded the practice in 1993 and leads a team whose combined litigation experience exceeds 75 years. Stephen F. Brennwald is also identified as a named attorney, handling property damage claims and personal injury negotiations, particularly in Northern Virginia car accident cases. Together, Brynn and Brennwald manage the firm’s D.C., Maryland, and Virginia caseload across personal injury, wrongful death, and DUI/DWI defense matters.
Location and Service Area
The firm is located at 922 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Suite 100, Washington, DC 20003. The main phone number is (202) 544-7200, with 24/7 phone answering available. The practice serves clients throughout Washington D.C., Maryland (including DUI/DWI defense statewide), and Virginia (including Northern Virginia car accident and truck accident cases). More information is at brynnlaw.com.
Client Focus
The firm’s 24/7 phone answering reflects a practice oriented toward urgent client needs. Personal injury and DUI matters often require immediate legal guidance, and the firm’s round-the-clock accessibility removes the gap between when incidents occur and when clients can reach counsel. The multi-state practice across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia provides clients who live, work, and travel across the metro area with consistent representation regardless of where an accident occurs.
Free consultations are offered for injury cases, including motorcycle accidents, removing the financial barrier to initial legal guidance for those who have already suffered physical and financial harm from their injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long has the firm been operating?
Frederick J. Brynn, P.C. has been open since 1993 and now carries over 75 years of combined litigation experience among its attorneys.
Does the firm offer 24/7 availability?
Yes. The firm maintains a 24/7 phone answering service at (202) 544-7200.
What states does the firm practice in?
The firm handles cases in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Does the firm handle truck accident cases differently from car accidents?
Yes. The firm explains that truck accidents involve larger vehicles capable of causing catastrophic injuries, and investigations examine driver logs, black box data, cell phone records, and maintenance reports in addition to standard accident evidence.
What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death in D.C.?
Wrongful death claims in Washington D.C. carry a two-year statute of limitations from the date of death.
Does the firm handle DWI cases in addition to DUI?
Yes. The firm represents Maryland clients on both DUI and DWI charges, treating them as technically distinct matters requiring deep understanding of alcohol detection science.
Are consultations free?
The firm offers free consultations for motorcycle accident and other personal injury cases.
Closing
Three decades of operation from the same Pennsylvania Avenue address, a 24/7 answering line, and over 75 years of combined attorney experience characterize Frederick J. Brynn, P.C. as one of the more established personal injury and criminal defense practices in the D.C. metro region. For clients injured in accidents or facing DUI charges across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, the firm’s geographic coverage and round-the-clock accessibility make it a consistent point of contact. The office is at 922 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Suite 100, Washington, DC 20003, reachable at (202) 544-7200. Full details are at brynnlaw.com.