Practice AreasVirginia Personal Injury Lawyers
Virginia Personal Injury Lawyers
The experienced Virginia personal injury lawyers at Halperin Law Center are here to help you explore your legal options and fight for the compensation you’re owed.
Personal injuries can take a major toll on every part of your life — physically, emotionally, and financially. Even with insurance, medical expenses can add up fast, and missing time from work can leave you feeling overwhelmed. At Halperin Law Center, we’re committed to helping injured Virginians recover the full compensation they deserve so they can move forward with confidence.
Understanding Personal Injury Law in Virginia
What Is a Personal Injury Claim?
A personal injury claim arises when someone is harmed due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another individual, company, or organization. From car crashes to unsafe premises and workplace injuries, personal injury cases come in many forms — and each one deserves careful attention and skilled legal guidance.
The Virginia personal injury lawyers at Halperin Law Center have successfully represented clients in a wide range of cases, including:
- Car accidents
- Truck and tractor-trailer accidents
- Motorcycle and bus accidents
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Nursing home abuse and neglect
- Construction and worksite injuries
- Slip-and-falls and trip-and-falls
- Medical malpractice
- Defective product injuries
- Dog bites and animal attacks
- Police misconduct and excessive force
- Hotel and premises liability injuries
- Wrongful death claims
No matter the type of accident, if someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, we’re ready to help.
What to Ask When Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer in Virginia
With so many law firms offering personal injury services, it’s important to ask the right questions:
- What kinds of results has the firm achieved in similar cases?
- Do their attorneys have regional or national recognition?
- Do they have the resources to go up against large insurers or corporations?
At Halperin Law Center, our Virginia personal injury lawyers are nationally recognized and have a proven track record of winning high-value settlements and verdicts. We’ll investigate your claim, handle negotiations with the insurance company, and fight to ensure you receive maximum compensation.
What to Do After an Injury in Virginia
Protecting Your Rights Starts Now
After an accident, your top priority should be your health. Seek immediate medical care — not only to ensure proper treatment but also to create a clear medical record of your injuries. Then:
- Document everything — photos of the scene, injuries, property damage, etc.
- Keep all receipts and records of medical treatment and expenses.
- Avoid speaking to the insurance company until you’ve consulted with a lawyer.
The sooner you reach out to a personal injury attorney, the better your chances of protecting your claim and securing the compensation you deserve.
Talk to a Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer Today
Don’t let an insurance company undervalue your claim or pressure you into accepting a lowball offer. The Virginia personal injury lawyers at Halperin Law Center are ready to advocate for your best interests every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
This answer depends on a variety of factors, but in summary, the injury-causing accident must be the result of the wrongful act of another person or company. According to the Virginia Contributory Negligence law, in most circumstances if you are at all responsible for the accident or injury, you cannot recover. That being said, you should not necessarily trust the opinion or advice of an insurance company or claims adjuster as to whether or not you are at fault or contributed to the accident, as they may not (and likely do not) have your best interests in mind. Contact an attorney who specializes in personal injury or wrongful death law to make this determination.
Though very common, this is a difficult question to answer at the beginning of a case. Each case is different, involving multiple factors, many of which may be unknown at the time of your injury. In short, these types of cases are designed to compensate you for damages (physical and financial) you have suffered. The amount of compensation depends on factors such as: severity of the injuries and whether they were permanent or disfiguring; if a hospital stay was required; the amount of time (and/or pay) lost from work; the amount of your past and future medical bills; whether or not surgery was required; and/or available insurance coverage. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you determine the relevant specifics of your situation and estimate the potential value of your case.
The amount of time you have to make a claim from the date of the accident/injury depends on where the accident happened and the type of claim you are making. In Virginia, it is generally 2 years from the date of the injury, however there are some governmental claims that must be brought within a year. In the District in Columbia, it’s usually 3 years from the date of injury. In Maryland, it’s typically the same. However, there are exceptions, and you should contact a trial lawyer who specializes in personal injury or wrongful death cases in order to determine how long you have to file a claim.
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