This is a list of our firm's case results in Virginia (VA) and beyond. We can't guarantee you'll receive the same results, but we can guarantee we'll work tirelessly on your behalf and try to obtain the jury verdict or settlement you deserve.

DISCLAIMER: 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.

Virginia Automobile Accident

Court/dates: Virginia Beach Circuit Court 2003 Staff: James C. Lewis, Attorney; Karen Lorda, litigation assistant What happened: Plaintiff was the driver of a minivan taking his wife home for lunch when the defendant driver turned left in front of him failing to yield the right of way. The resulting collision fractured the Plaintiff's left kneecap and caused numerous other abrasions and contusions. The Plaintiff required an extensive surgical repair of his left knee including the implantation of extensive hardware. This later caused significant pain and several additional surgeries were required to remove the hardware. The Plaintiff was an automobile mechanic and lost a large amount of time from work. Legal strategy: Because this was a case of clear liability, a lawsuit was filed on behalf of the Plaintiff immediately. For this reason, the Plaintiff's trial date and release from medical care were very close together allowing the case to settle quickly.

Awarded: The case was settled for $350,000.00 without the necessity of a trial.

About the Editors: Shapiro, Lewis & Appleton is a Virginia injury law firm whose attorneys focus on personal injury and accident law and have experience handling truck wreck cases. Check out our truck accident case results and our free consumer guide on what to do if you get involved in an accident with a commercial truck.

We have offices in Virginia Beach and Hampton, VA, but we're ready to come to you anywhere in Virginia, including Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk and Newport News, VA, if you've been seriously hurt by someone else's carelessness.

Rick Shapiro and James Lewis have been named to the National Million Dollar Advocates Forum since 2009 and included among the Best Lawyers in America since 2008. Jim and Rick have been named Virginia Super Lawyers for Personal Injury Law since 2010. Fewer than 5 percent of practicing lawyers receive this honor.

In addition, our VA injury law firm was the first in the commonwealth to join Primerus, a select group of highly ethical and respected law firms, and we have the highest rating of AV from Martindale-Hubbell, a national lawyer ranking organization. The rating indicates we have a reputation for preeminent legal skill.

While not every injury case meets our criteria, we offer a free initial confidential consultations. Call us toll free at (800) 752-0042. If you cannot get through due to high call volume, please leave a message so we can get back to you.