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  • You went above and beyond the call of duty for an attorney.
  • I like to deal with people who are honest and who keep their word.  You are that kind of straight shooter. 
  • I would recommend Mr. Shapiro and his staff to other persons who have a personal injury and need help with their situation as I did.
  • I asked a friend of mine...what attorney would he use [to handle a mesothelioma case] and he immediately said Rick Shapiro.  He called Rick on his cell phone and explained our situation and handed me the phone.  That connection to the law firm of Shapiro, Cooper, Lewis and Appleton began a relationship of trust and a sense of confidence that we had not experienced before. It was apparent to us that we had the right team fighting for our father.
  • She returned my calls promptly and everyone at the office was courteous and helpful.
  • I was really happy with the work that John Cooper did on my auto accident case.  We went to mediation and got the case resolved for a good amount which will let me do things to help my financial future like buying a house. 

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If You Need An Experienced Accident & Injury Attorney In The Norfolk, Virginia Beach (Hampton Roads) Area Or Beyond Then You've Come To The Right Place. Our Legal Team Is Here To Help.

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A Simple Motto for a Successful Injury Firm - "All We Do Is Injury Law"

Our Attorneys Possess Over 100 Years of Combined Legal Experience.

You're probably here because you are looking for an attorney. Most of our clients are worried and stressing about the future and the uncertainty of how to handle many issues injury victims suffer such as recovering your medical bills and lost wages, and whether you can return to your job. We're here to help.  Our law firm will make sure you are fully informed throughout the legal process and will work tirelessly on your behalf.


We give you honest and direct answers to your questions like:  
 

 

Car & Motorcycle Accidents

Having an attorney that understands both liability law and how the car insurance companies operate is a must to get the compensation you deserve. Be sure to download our "Best Guide to Car Accident Injuries in Virginia." It provides important tips and information about what you need to do after suffering a serious injury in a car wreck that was caused by someone else's carelessness.

Crashes Caused by Trucks

Accidents involving a commercial truck can be very complex and you are usually going up against a big trucking company with well-trained claims adjusters. This is where we come in. We have taken big rig, semi, tractor trailer/truck injury cases all the way to a jury trial, using multiple experts, and we have handled such trials in multiple states. We understand their tricks of the trade and will fight to get the compensation you need to pay for medical bills, lost wages, and permanent injuries and pain. Be sure to download our "Best Guide to Truck Accident Injuries." Learn about the different types of insurance that may be available to recover damages and the federal requirements all truckers and truck companies must adhere to.

Medical Malpractice/Doctor Mistakes

If you're looking for information about medical malpractice and surgical mistakes, definitely check out this page. We have free special reports you can download entitled "The Top 10 Tips from Experienced Medical Malpractice Lawyers" and the "Top 5 Surgical Errors and What You Can Do To NOT Become a Victim." Get these free reports and then take a moment to view our videos and read our articles on this serious and complex area of personal injury law.

Railroad Injury/FELA

Our law firm has represented numerous railroad workers injured on the job. In fact, we have earned the reputation as a fearless advocate for railroad worker's rights and taking on the big railroad companies. To learn more, check out our free consumer guides - "The Railroad Worker's FELA Rights" and "What Claim Agents Won't Tell You...But You Must Know."

Brain Damage/Head Injuries

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have life-altering consequences. You may lose large chunks of your memory, have difficulty thinking or performing basic cognitive functions, and you may even suffer significant personality changes like long-term  depression or irritability. If you suffered a TBI in an accident that was caused by another person or company, check out this page to learn what legal options may be available to you.

Wrongful Death

Losing a loved one in an accident is one of the most heartbreaking, tragic events anyone has to struggle with. First and foremost, we are very sorry for the loss you have suffered. You may not want to even think about pursuing damages in a wrongful death case, and that's where we come in. Let us take that burden off your shoulders. We will work tirelessly to pursue justice on behalf of your lost loved one.

Slips, Trips & Falls

Slip, trip, and fall accidents are quite common. For example, someone is walking inside a mall and slips outside of a store or they're walking outside their apartment complex and trip due to an unmarked drainage hole. The injuries sustained can be quite severe including torn knee ligaments, lower back injuries, and head injuries. Check out this page to learn what legal options may be available to you.

Mass Transit (Airline, Train, Bus)

Looking for an injury lawyer to help you with your claim stemming from an accident involving a bus, train, boat, or plane? This is page is for you. These types of accidents can get complicated since you may be dealing with city or state-operated transit vehicles and the types of insurance are different. This is where we can help you. Let us haggle with the claims adjusters and insurance companies. You should focus on recuperating from your injury. View our mass transit accident page to learn more.

Dangerous Drugs/Product Recalls

Hundreds of prescription drugs are recalled every year and people suffer horrific side effects as a result of the improper testing and marketing of  defective  medical products. If you or a loved one has suffered severe adverse effects from a prescription drug, check out this page to learn what legal options may be available to you. In some instances, the drug companies which produce these dangerous drugs knew about the potential side effects and simply neglected to tell anyone. This is just plain wrong and we know how to hold these big drug companies responsible when they harm folks like you with unsafe medicines.

All Serious Injuries

This page is filled with in-depth legal articles, blogs, and videos about serious injuries and what you can do to ensure you are properly compensated (Amputated limbs, paralysis injuries, Electrocution/electrical shock, crane/forklift/boom injuries as well as many other sorts of serious injuries are covered). After you've had a chance to review the information on this page, take a moment to give our office a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free, no-hassle consultation as to whether we can accept your type of claim. Or, you can fill out the quick contact form on the upper right column of the screen.

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How should you locate an experienced, quality injury lawyer for your case?

Our Injury Lawyers Have Been Selected For Many Achievements Outlined Below:


injury, lawyerOur firm features attorneys who have been named in the "Best Lawyers in America" 2010 Edition (Lewis-Injury Law, Shapiro-Railroad Injury Law) and named Virginia "Super Lawyers" For Personal Injury Law  (Lewis, Shapiro, Cooper - 2010 Ed.). Less than 5 percent of outstanding lawyers are given that distinction.
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National Million Dollar Advocates injury, lawyerForum (Lewis, Shapiro - 2009), named among the Top 100 Lawyers in Virginia by ATLA (Shapiro - 2009).







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Our firm also features attorneys with a "superb" rating on Avvo, a respected legal rating service:

 



Firm Makes History:

In October, 2000 our law firm and co-counsel obtained, what was then, the largest record verdict in Virginia's history for an injured person (46 Million Dollar Verdict, with Interest, 60 Million Dollars, Settled confidentially during appeal).

THIS SITE INCLUDES REPRESENTATIVE SETTLEMENTS AND VERDICTS PURSUED AND WON BY SHAPIRO, COOPER LEWIS & APPLETON, P.C.  PLEASE NOTE THAT EVERY CASE IS DIFFERENT AND THESE VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS, WHILE ACCURATE, DO NOT REPRESENT WHAT WE MAY OBTAIN FOR YOU IN YOUR CASE AS THERE ARE A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE. NOR DOES IT MEAN THAT WE WIN ALL OF OUR CASES - WE DON'T. OUR CLIENTS TELL US THAT KNOWING THAT WE HAVE ACHIEVED SIGNIFICANT RESULTS, BOTH BY SETTLEMENT AND BY JURY VERDICT, IS ONE FACTOR THAT MANY OF THEM USED TO DECIDE TO HIRE US. YOU CERTAINLY SHOULD ASK ANY PROSPECTIVE ATTORNEY WHETHER HE OR SHE HAS OBTAINED SIGNIFICANT VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS BUT THE DECISION TO HIRE AN ATTORNEY SHOULD NOT BE MADE ON THIS FACTOR ALONE. WE WOULD BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO DISCUSS ANY OF THESE CASES, AND MANY OTHERS, WITH YOU.
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