Wakefield Law Blog

At Wakefield Law, we have been representing individuals who were injured in car accidents throughout Northern Virginia for over 30 years.

Q: I was injured in a car accident a few months back. How do I respond if I think the insurance settlement I am being offered is too low?

A couple of years ago, we wrote a blog post summarizing the driving and cell phone use laws here in the Commonwealth of Virginia. However, things have changed since that post, so we thought it was time for an update.

So many people who get into accidents think, “I’ll just let the insurance companies handle it.” Little do they know, this could be a huge mistake. This infographic highlights the top 5 reasons why you might want to consider hiring a personal injury attorney after an accident.

When you are in an accident, it can be hard to focus on one thing at a time. It seems like there are a million things to do. The idea of getting your day, your week, or your month back on track can seem impossible.

Q. I was injured in a car accident. Before the pandemic started, my doctor recommended regular physical therapy. Now, I don’t want to go out, so I’m just not getting medical treatment for my recovery. Is this going to impact my personal injury claim?

If you were recently injured in an accident, you may be wondering what your options are with regard to a personal injury claim. But first, what does it mean to file a personal injury claim? And how do the lawyers behind these claims get paid?

Q. I was recently rear-ended at a stop light, causing some pretty serious damage to my car. Luckily, I was able to walk away from the accident, but I’ve been having persistent headaches ever since. I even had to miss work for doctor’s visits and because my car was in the shop. I know my injuries weren’t too serious, but is it possible to get compensated for the major disruption this accident had on my life?

People don’t really trust lawyers, and there is a general feeling that the act of hiring (or even just talking to) an attorney is a confrontational act. This misconception is common, but it’s dangerous. So, we are here to set the record straight.

It’s common knowledge that a personal injury attorney can negotiate on your behalf with insurance companies to get you a better settlement, but they may also be a huge asset while you are pursuing medical treatment.

When you have been injured in an accident, medical bills can quickly pile up. Even if your injuries are not terribly serious, the medical treatment and therapy required to heal, rehabilitate, and reduce the risk of further injury can wind up in the thousands of dollars. What happens when your insurance company wants to be reimbursed?

If you are injured in a car accident, chances are that your vehicle suffered some damage, too. Maybe you just have a bent fender or maybe your car is totaled. So, what now?

Being in an accident is stressful. Depending on the severity of the accident, it can be life-altering. The invisible impacts, including stress, anxiety, and other psychological impacts, are every bit as real and traumatic as the physical injuries -- and they come with medical costs, too!

In the Commonwealth of Virginia, accidents caused as a result of distracted driving now outpace accidents caused by drunk driving and those caused by excessive speed.

What should you do if you are involved in an auto accident? Follow these ten steps to protect yourself and preserve any potential personal injury claim.

Did you have to miss work after an accident to recover from your injuries? In the Commonwealth of Virginia, it is possible to make a claim for lost wages.

If you have been injured through no fault of your own in the Commonwealth of Virginia, you have a legal right to pursue compensation for your injuries and losses.