Chantilly, Virginia Car Accident Lawyers

Skilled Personal Injury Attorneys for Car Accidents in Chantilly, VA

One car accident can change your life in an instant. Collisions can occur at any time for countless reasons, and severe injuries may lead to lifelong medical expenses. If you have suffered harm or financial losses as a result of someone else's reckless or negligent behavior on the road, qualified legal representation can support you in establishing liability and obtaining financial compensation.

At Locklin & Coleman, PLLC, we are devoted to supporting you through complex personal injury cases and safeguarding your best interests. With more than 60 years of combined legal experience, our attorneys know how to win cases, and we take on small caseloads to give your case the personal attention it needs.

In the immediate aftermath of a car accident, consulting legal counsel before speaking with an insurance company can help you secure significantly more financial compensation. As a former insurance defense lawyer, attorney Brian Coleman knows the tactics insurance companies use to deny or limit claims. Our team is committed to disputing lowball offers and fighting for full compensation on your behalf.

We Handle Many Types of Auto Accidents

We understand that vehicle collisions can be complicated and confusing. Our lawyers can support you by gathering evidence at the scene of the accident, examining police reports, and dealing directly with insurance companies.

Addressing the specific issues involved in your case is crucial to establishing damages and obtaining full compensation. Common types of car accidents we can address include:

• Drunk Driving Collisions: Driving under the influence (DUI) can drastically impact a person's ability to safely operate a vehicle. In addition to criminal charges, DUI offenders can be held liable for the injuries and damage they inflict on collision victims.
• Distracted Driving: When drivers are not fully focused on driving, they fail to uphold the rules of the road. Fiddling with car settings, texting, eating, or talking on the phone are all common behaviors that can inhibit a person's ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Head-On Crashes: When vehicles collide head-on, the resulting damage can be catastrophic. Traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord damage are among the most serious injuries that can occur in these situations, and they can result in drastic quality-of-life changes and massive medical expenses. Driving the wrong way down the street, passing recklessly, and drifting in and out of one's lane are all examples of reckless behavior that can cause dangerous head-on collisions.

Establishing Negligence and Receiving Compensation in Virginia

In the United States, drivers are legally obligated to drive safely and obey traffic laws. When they fail to uphold the rules of the road, drivers can be held liable for injuries and property damage in a motor vehicle accident.

However, Virginia is one of only a few states with the highest threshold for establishing whether an injury victim is owed damages. Under the "pure contributory negligence rule," victims are legally barred from receiving compensation unless they can prove that the defendant was 100 percent at fault for the incident.

The court will consider several factors when ruling on negligence and liability, including whether a duty of care existed, whether that duty was breached, whether the breach was a direct cause of injuries, and whether the victim suffered damages arising from those injuries. If the state of Virginia believes the victim to be at least 1 percent culpable for the collision, they may not be entitled to any compensation.

Our lawyers can make sure these issues are addressed correctly. We will help our clients demonstrate that another party was fully responsible for a car accident so that they can be held liable for their negligence.

Meet With a Chantilly Car Accident Attorney Today

Reliable legal counsel can dramatically reduce the stress and complications of the legal proceedings involved in a car accident claim. If you or a loved one has experienced a car accident, do not hesitate to reach out to our personal injury lawyers. At Locklin & Coleman, PLLC, we are available to meet you at the hospital, at your home, or online to ensure you receive the support you need. Contact our car accident lawyers who handle cases in Chantilly at 703-392-6686 or to schedule a free consultation and discuss your situation.