Personal Injury Lawyers
If you or a loved one has been injured in a serious accident you will need an experienced lawyer to help you navigate the process and maximize any potential recovery. Keep in mind that insurance companies employ experienced claims adjusters who will contact you immediately after the accident and who will want to ask you questions, take recorded statements, and have you sign authorizations. While the adjusters may be friendly people, keep in mind that their sole job is to minimize or eliminate your claim. At the same time, medical insurance companies or government agencies may contact you indicating that they claim a right of reimbursement from any money you might receive for medical expenses they have paid.
The financial fallout from an injury that was caused by another may be overwhelming. Lost wages, mounting medical bills, and continued treatment costs can create severe economic hardship and anxiety for many victims.
Our lawyers have decades of experience helping injured people secure the compensation they deserve, while also providing peace of mind during the process. We are experienced in working with you to coordinate and maximize benefits from certain insurance coverages, such as healthcare insurance, medical payments coverage, liability coverage, uninsured motorist coverage, and underinsured motorist coverage. Our attorneys are available to help you hold negligent individuals or businesses accountable for the damages and losses they caused.
Discuss your accident with us during a consultation.
Call us today at (888) 599-4090.
Personal Injury Practice Areas
Our experienced team can help you with the below case types. If you have suffered an injury at the hands of someone else’s negligence our team is ready to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve!
- Car Accidents
Car accidents can cause serious, life-changing injuries. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in an accident, you may be able to recover compensation. Learn more by reading our car accident page today. - Distracted Driving
In our fast paced society distracted driving has become more and more prevalent, putting other motorists and pedestrians at risk. If you have been injured by a distracted driver, learn how our firm can help you today. - Drunk Driving Accidents
There is no excuse for driving while intoxicated. If you or someone you love has been injured by a drunk driver, our firm is here to help you. Read our page to learn your rights and options and contact our firm for a free consultation. - Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Claims
Most people assume they have no options to recover compensation when their accident involved an uninsured or underinsured motorist. The good news is that you may still be able to recover compensation. Read our page to learn more. - Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries are injuries that are severe and permanent. Our firm is experienced in handling these cases and is dedicated to securing the compensation you need so you can focus on recovering. - Back, Neck & Spinal Cord Injuries
Personal Injury FAQS
Being injured in an accident is a very unfortunate experience but it doesn't have to be complicated. Our team at Heath & Verser, P.L.C. works hard to communicate with our clients in an informative way that is easy to understand. If you're considering hiring a personal injury lawyer, we've provided answers to commonly asked questions.
How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?
According to the Code of Virginia section 8.01-243, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases in Virginia is two years. This means you have two years from the date of your injury to file a claim or you may lose your right to compensation. Virginia does recognize some exceptions to the statute of limitations depending on the specifics of your case. An attorney from our firm can let you know if you qualify for an extension to the statute of limitations.
What Sort of Damages Can I Recover as the Victim?
Juries are given instructions on the different categories of damages. They include any bodily injury sustained, any physical pain and mental anguish suffered in the past and any to be expected in the future, any disfigurement or deformity, any inconvenience, any medical expenses incurred in the past and expected in the future, and any lost earnings.
What Is Needed to Recover Compensation?
There are usually three elements to prove in a successful personal injury case—establishing that an entity or individual acted negligently, the negligence directly caused your injuries, and you were not exhibiting any negligence at the same time.
Do I Really Need an Attorney?
You are not legally obligated to have representation for a personal injury claim; however, it can help your chances to recover compensation considerably. An attorney can provided leverage against insurance companies who will only offer as little as possible, usually an unreasonable amount. Furthermore, to recover more than for just your medical bills, additional documentation and filings must be done which an attorney would be well-versed in doing.
What Is Contributory Negligence?
If the injured party acted negligently as well leading up to the accident, this may jeopardize their ability to collect damages. When the defendant can prove any amount of negligence which contributed to the accident, the plaintiff would be barred from recovering compensation.
Case Results
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$3,600,000 Auto Accident with TBI
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$705,000 Tractor-Trailer Collision
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$1,890,000 Auto Accident
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$750,000 Product Liability
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$1,300,000 Wrongful Death
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$956,000 Traumatic Brain Injury
Client Reviews
We Prioritize Your Best Interests Every Step of the Way.
Each of our firm's founding partners has represented insurance companies in the past. We know first-hand the tactics insurance carriers will use and can deliver proactive strategies to counteract them. You can trust that our wealth of legal knowledge enables a creative legal approach to get you real results.
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"Wisdom and Integrity"I am an attorney myself and would recommend Joe to anyone without hesitation.- John
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"I highly recommend this law firm."I highly recommend this law firm. Joe Verser was my attorney and he provided exceptional legal advice and supported me throughout the entire litigation process. He explained exactly what to expect and delivered consistent customer service. He is friendly, easy to work with, and he truly cares about his clients. I am very pleased with the outcome of my case and I am thankful that I had such a great lawyer to represent me!- M.B.
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"He is absolutely the best in the business."Len Heath represented me during a personal injury case. He is absolutely the best in the business. Would recommend talking to him if you need a good attorney.- S.S
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"Hunter Old and his team were focused, professional and achieved positive results, quickly."Hunter Old and his team were focused, professional and achieved positive results, quickly. I highly recommend him and his firm.- C.A.
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"He is very highly recommended by retired Judges."Mr Verser has represented me and family members in two cases. He is very highly recommended by retired Judges. I cannot say enough about how dedicated he is to recommending the best solution to a problem.- Frances
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"You ran circles around the other two lawyers."Thank you for all you did to make sure truth won in our court case. You were knowledgeable, well prepared and an eloquent speaker.- T.E.
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"I would wholeheartedly recommend him."Leonard Heath is a phenomenal lawyer. Not only was he imminently approachable, he was meticulous in all areas of the handling of my case.- S.S.
