Hampton Roads Personal Injury Lawyers

For over 50 years, Rutter Mills has been one of Virginia's leading personal injury law firms. We have secured millions of dollars in settlements, sometimes in precedent-setting cases, and helped thousands restore their lives after serious injuries. With offices throughout Hampton Roads and in the western part of the state, we can come to you to assess your situation and give you the benefit of seasoned, successful and time-tested legal muscle. When there's a lot on the line, and you need a great lawyer by your side, call Rutter Mills today.

Personal Injury Cases We Handle

We are a full-service Virginia personal injury law firm that is proud to fight for the legal rights and financial interests of victims and their families. Over our years serving the Hampton Roads region, our top-rated personal injury attorneys have seen virtually every type of claim imaginable. We are dedicated to helping victims who have been severely injured get their life back together, and we can take your case as far as it needs to go to ensure that you can maximize your compensation. From our offices in Newport News and Norfolk, we frequently handle the following types of cases:

• Auto accidents;

• Pedestrian collisions;

• Bicycle accidents;

• Commercial truck accidents;

• Motorcycle crashes;

• Boating accidents;

• Maritime accidents;

• Slip and fall cases;

• Premises liability claims;

• Product liability lawsuits;

• Virginia medical malpractice claims;

• Social Security disability claims;

• Work injury cases; and

• Workers' compensation claims.

Proving Liability and Holding the Negligent Party Accountable

All personal injury claims must be handled on a case-by-case basis. After you have sustained serious injuries, it is imperative that you consult with an experienced Virginia lawyer who will be able to review your claim, in detail, and determine exactly what needs to be done to get you the full compensation you deserve. For the most part, personal injury claims are based on the negligence standard. In the most simple terms, this means that you need to prove that the defendant in your case failed to act with reasonable care, and that you sustained your injuries as a result of their unsafe actions or inactions. More specifically, negligence has four legal elements:

1. The defendant must have owed you a duty of care;

2. The defendant must have breached that legal duty, through their unsafe conduct;

3. There must be evidence of causation between the defendant's breach of their duty of care and your injuries; and

4. You must be able to prove that you suffered real, compensable damages in the accident.

How to Maximize Your Financial Recovery

Under Virginia law, injured victims can only recover compensation to the extent that they can document their damages. Sadly, insurance companies are very aggressive when fighting to reduce payouts. Without sufficient supporting evidence, your claim will not be successful. Insurance adjusters will do everything in their power to limit your recovery, saving money for their company. Our firm knows how to hold these companies accountable. We can help you seek money for:

• Your medical hospital and medical bills;

• Required medication and medical equipment.

• Long-term disability;

• Lost current and future wages;

• Pain and suffering;

• Emotional distress;

• Loss of lifestyle enjoyment; and

• The wrongful death of family member.

Contact Our Virginia Personal Injury Law Firm Today

At Rutter Mills, our practice is dedicated to fighting for the legal rights and financial interests of victims with serious injuries. When we take on your claim, we will work aggressively to get you every dollar that you deserve. To request your free consultation, please call us today at (757) 622-5000 or contact us online. We have offices and Newport News and Norfolk, and represent victims throughout the region, including in Hampton, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach.