Common Questions: Personal Injury Claims

Virginia Personal Injury Attorney

Do I need an attorney?

It is a well established fact that those who have quality legal representation will usually recover far more than those who don't. In fact, a recent insurance company study showed that the average amount is 3.5 times higher. Proceeding without an attorney can put you at risk of losing some of the potential settlement. A Virginia personal injury attorney from Howard, Morrison, Ross and Whelan will carefully analyze your case and engage medical experts and others to determine what amount should be sought in your case. We do not advise signing off on a settlement or providing medical records to an insurance company without first contacting our firm to evaluate your case. Protect your right to fair compensation with our help.

How long will it take to get a case settled?

The length of time to resolve a case can vary widely. Some cases are settled within a matter of months, particularly those in which the issue of liability is clearly established. Those in which liability is contested could take significant time to resolve. Some of the more difficult cases that are frequently contested include those involving medical malpractice or product liability claims. We are aware of how important the outcome of the claim is to our clients, and our careful case preparation often can lead to a faster resolution with a higher settlement. We can evaluate your case and advise you what could be expected.

How much is my case worth?

Every case will vary. Some victims recover within several weeks, and their settlement will include financial compensation to address the medical bills, loss of income from work, rehabilitation and pain and suffering. Other victims may be facing a life that has been forever changed by the negligent actions of another. Cases such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury, disfiguring and painful burn injuries and other catastrophic injuries will naturally require a high value settlement, as the victim will likely require a lifetime of medical care as well as having lost the ability to practice their profession and earn a living. We can advise you what damages could be claimed in your case, and your case review should occur as quickly as possible after the injury. This will allow us to obtain and preserve the supporting evidence for your claim.

How do I pick an attorney to represent me?

Research credentials and review web sites, ask your friends and family about their experiences in the community and meet over the phone and face to face. Trust your instincts. We are confident that after reviewing all your options you will choose Howard, Morrison, Ross and Whelan to represent you and protect your interest.

Contact a Virginia personal injury attorney from our firm immediately to discuss your case.