What is the average settlement for a car accident in Virginia?
It important to separate median verdict from average verdicts: the average vehicle accident verdict in Virginia is $502,038, a long cry from the median accident verdict in Virginia auto accident cases of $18,083.
What are most lawyer fees for car accident?
The standard contingency fee for a car accident lawyer is between 33.3% to 40% of the settlement. The fee will vary depending on the lawyer's specific guidelines and quality of services. Many attorneys will use a sliding scale for their contingency fees based on when they get the case resolved.
How long after an accident can you sue in Virginia?
In Virginia, you have two (2) years from the day of the car accident to bring a lawsuit forward. The same 2-year limit applies to wrongful death cases. Failure to file a lawsuit within this statute of limitations may result in your claim being denied and bar your chance at receiving compensation.