Personal Injury Lawyer in Richmond and Farmville, VA

Coping with the trauma of an unplanned injury

At the Massie Law Firm, we understand that a sudden and violent accident or injury deprives you of more than just money — it deprives you of a feeling of safety and security.  All too often victims are haunted by the memory of what happened to them, sometimes to the extent that counseling and treatment are necessary to help them cope.  Nightmares and trouble sleeping are common symptoms of such emotional upheaval. 

Filing insurance claims and managing repair costs strains a victim's already tense resources.  Victims often struggle to manage the seemingly insurmountable costs associated with accidents and injuries.  As days turn into weeks and then into months and sometimes years, victims become cash-strapped and financially drained.  Time away from work results in a lower household income, making it more difficult to keep up with everyday bills and expenses.  The entire family suffers as a result.

Surmounting some of the hurdles associated with obtaining compensation for an accident or injury is what we seek to do at the Massie Law Firm.  Our attorney works with skilled investigators, financial planners and rehabilitation experts to put a dollar amount on the physical and financial tolls you have suffered as a result of an accident or injury.  We handle personal injury claims involving:

Making your health a top priority

Helping you gain access to adequate and long-term medical care is one of our most important priorities at the Massie Law Firm. You should know that your physician's credentials matter in a court of law — a doctor with a terrible track record loses credibility in court.  Unlicensed professionals may also have their reputations called into question during litigation. You may prefer to stick with your primary care physician, but we urge you to check your doctor's credentials through the Virginia Board of Medicine. Our office can also help you conduct more extensive background checks to ensure that you are treated properly for your injury.

When it is time to negotiate a settlement or pursue a jury trial, the Massie Law Firm makes it a priority to get you compensated for the injuries, the disabilities or the disfigurements that have drastically altered the course of your life.  When you have been injured, you may not equate the injury with your ability to obtain gainful employment in the weeks, months and years to follow.  This lawsuit, in essence, is your one and only opportunity to recover just compensation for the extent and duration of your injuries.  At the Massie Law Firm, our goal is to make the victim whole — physically, emotionally and financially — in ways that make sense over the long term.

Dealing with insurance issues

Insurance claims adjusters are trained to reduce the value of a payout, often arriving at the scene of an accident armed with investigators and cameras.  Their ultimate goal is to reduce the value of your claim against the insurance.  As the victim of an accident, it is in your best interest to call a lawyer at the Massie Law Firm before discussing your accident with the insurance agents.  Statements made to an insurance agent are repeated or misconstrued in a litigation or courtroom setting.  A lawyer can help ensure that your statements are accurately recorded and your personal rights remain secure.

The sooner you call our firm, the sooner we can get an investigator out to the scene of the accident to photograph relevant evidence. Courtroom proceedings are highly adversarial, and it may be more difficult to establish a cause of action without appropriate supporting evidence when the opposition has photographs and you do not. To better protect your right to damages, our lawyer works hard to capture all the relevant evidence

Call today!  Free initial consultation. No fee unless we win.

At the Massie Law Firm, our attorney dedicates his time, attention and resources to your personal injury claim — at no upfront cost to you.  This is just one way in which we seek to help you cope with the physical and financial burdens of an unexpected accident or injury.  To schedule a free initial consultation, please call or email us today.  Home and office visits are available.