For more than 60 years, the Norfolk personal injury lawyers of Rutter Mills have been getting injury victims the justice they deserve and the money they need to put their lives back together following an injury. Call or text us at (757) 777-7777 for a free consultation any time. We’re here for you.
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When you are injured, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. Our team is ready day or night to help you get back on the road to recovery.
Insurance companies may claim you are to blame for your injury – fight back!
For over 65 years, the Personal Injury Lawyers at Rutter Mills have been helping injury victims fight back against the insurance companies.
What’s Involved in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
GETTING THE INSURANCE COMPANY TO PAY
If you have been injured because of someone else’s fault, you should not have to suffer financially because of it. Whether it’s another driver’s insurance, a homeowner’s policy or a business’, insurance is there for times like this. We pay into insurance policies to provide money in the event of an accident. Rutter Mills Injury Lawyers file claims against insurance companies – not people.
Most people arrive at the decision to go through the civil court system because they know they cannot afford complacency. Following serious, injury, the ability to earn money is limited and medical bills can pile up. Not filing a Norfolk personal injury lawsuit can allow continued negligence and recklessness that might hurt others in the future if issues are not brought to light. Filing a lawsuit doesn’t mean you’re headed straight to court. More often than not, it means you’ll have a Norfolk Personal Injury Lawyer privately negotiating with the insurance company for your best interests.
When to Call a Norfolk Personal Injury Attorney
If someone else caused your injury due to wrecklessness, negligence, or a lack of safety precautions, you should not have to suffer alone. The pain is bad enough. Don’t add finacial hardships on top.
If you’ve been injured and the insurance company denies your claim, a Rutter Mills Norfolk Personal Injury Lawyer will work tirelessly to get you the money you need to put your life back together. We make the insurance companies give your case the respect it deserves.
If you have been injured in a car wreck, the Norfolk Personal Injury Lawyers at Rutter Mills will help you get the money you need from the insurance company.
You don’t need to work in construction to suffer an injury. The most commonly reported worker’s compensation claims come from teachers and medical providers.
If the insurance company makes you a low-ball offer, don’t take it. Quick offers can signal the insurance company is afraid of a big payout. Once you accept their money, you can never go back for more so talk to a Norfolk Personal Injury Lawyer for free and see if what they are offering is fair.
Virginia Personal Injury Laws
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Virginia generally allows injury victims to file a claim within two years of an incident causing an injury. However, you may have as little as six months if you’re filing a claim against the city government or transportation authority. There are exceptions to the rule so talk to a Norfolk personal injury lawyer about your case as soon as possible. In cases where fraud, concealment, or intentional misrepresentation prevented the discovery of the injury’s true nature, the statute may toll for one year after the plaintiff knew or should have known about the cause of injury.
Contributory Negligence- Insurance Companies’ Favorite Rule
Virginia is one of few states to take the harsh view of contributory negligence. If you were even 1% at fault, you will not be able to recover any compensation for your injury. The insurance companies will do everything they can to prove the injury was your fault. The Norfolk personal injury lawyers at Rutter Mills go to work on day 1 to make sure your case has all the evidence needed to prove the accident was not your fault.
Our team of investigators goes to work right away to find police reports, witness statements, forensic and medical experts in order to show who was at fault. Even if you were involved in a hit and run, you can still file a claim. But evidence goes away and witnesses often disappear quickly. Video footage may be erased and data lost so it’s critical to have your free case evaluation as soon as possible after an accident. Let us work on your claim while you focus on healing.
Proudly Serving Norfolk
Rutter Mills proudly calls Norfolk home, with an office in the heart of the Neon Arts District at 160 W Brambleton Ave. Ample parking is located behind our handsome brick building, allowing easy access. We provide legal assistance with personal injury matters at NO UPFRONT COST to plaintiffs. Attorney fees are taken out of final settlements or jury awards, so you never have to worry about affording the best legal care.
Years Helping Injury Victims
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At Rutter Mills,
every case is a serious case-because it's your case.
Personal Injury
We are here for you in your time of need, providing compassionate guidance and aggressive advocacy in a wide range of personal injury matters. Our top-rated attorneys will fight the insurance companies and get you back on your feet.
Personal Injury LawyersCar Accidents
We’re here to listen. A member of our team will meet with you, focusing on not only what happened, but also what you are going through and how it’s impacted your life. Then we’ll tell you what options are available to you to get on the road to recovery.
Car Accident LawyersMaritime/Jones Act Law
Personal injuries that happen when you’re working – or playing – on the water aren’t governed by “the law of the land.” They are subject to maritime laws under the Jones Act– also known as admiralty law.
Maritime LawyersMotorcycle Accidents
We’re here to listen. A member of our team will meet with you, focusing on listening to not only what happened, but also what you are going through and how it’s impacted your life.
Motorcycle Accident LawyersTruck Accidents
Truck accidents are often serious. We are here to listen to your story so we can guide you to healing. Our team has represented some of the largest truck accident cases in Virginia. Call us and see how we can help you today.
Truck Accident LawyersWorkers Compensation
If you’ve been injured on the job, workers’ compensation insurance may entitle you to critical assistance like medical treatment, lost wages, and more. But insurance companies will put up an aggressive fight to resist paying you the compensation you need and deserve. Rutter Mills can help get you the money you deserve.
Workers Compensation LawyersContact a Norfolk Personal Injury Attorney for expert legal guidance
When you’ve been injured, you’ve got a lot at stake – but so does the insurance company. Being represented by a serious lawyer makes all the difference. Call Rutter Mills today and let us even the playing field for you.
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