The experienced attorneys at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers work hard to obtain successful verdicts and fair settlements for all of their personal injury clients across the state of Virginia and beyond.
We obtained 3 of the top 50 Virginia Lawyers Weekly million-dollar settlements in 2024
$12m
for the Family of a 23-year-old Husband and Father
Case Summary: Plaintiff’s decedent, a 23-year-old husband and father, worked in the agricultural industry as a commercial truck driver for a grain delivery company. On...
$7M
Recovered for Young Mother Seriously Burned in Apartment Grill Explosion
A 23-year-old mother sustained severe burn injuries in an outdoor gas grill explosion at her apartment complex. The outdoor grill was furnished for tenant use...
$7m
for Motorcycle Accident Victim
The plaintiff, a 40 year old man at the time of the incident, was riding his motorcycle through an intersection with the right of way....
$6.5m
Three Car Collision Results in Plaintiff Becoming Quadriplegic
A three-car collision resulted in the plaintiff’s becoming a quadriplegic. There were major contributory negligence issues that were hotly contest-ed, as the plaintiff was alleged...
$6M
for veteran rendered paraplegic by fall
$6m
for a veteran who became a paraplegic after a fall in Hampton Roads
Two attorneys from Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers secured $6 million for a veteran who became a paraplegic after a fall in Hampton Roads in one...
$5M
settlement in premises liability case involving severe burns
$5m
for Hampton Woman Hit by a Construction Truck in Gloucester County
We cannot guarantee you will receive the same results, but we can guarantee that our injury lawyers will work tirelessly on your case to try...
$4.7M
Adolescent Auto Accident Victim Awarded
An adolescent girl was hurt as a passenger in a car on a highway in Hampton Roads. Her injuries included vision impairment in one eye...
$2.86m
For Double Amputee From Newport News Injured By Drunk Driver
All cases are judged on their own merits. A previous case is no sure indication that you will receive comparable funds for your injury. What...
$2.8m
Settlement Reached over Highway Worker Hit by a Drunk Driver on I-264 in Norfolk
Construction zones are dangerous places for drivers and transportation workers alike. The busy interstates of Hampton Roads see their fair share of accidents in construction...
$2.5M
Settlement for victim in trucking wreck
At Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers, injury law is all we do. The attorneys at our personal injury law firm are here to guide you through every step of your case and provide you with dependable legal strategies so you can focus on recovering.
Every personal injury case is different, so there is no baseline for the settlement a claimant may receive. There are a variety of factors that personal injury lawyers, jurors, insurance companies and other parties may use to determine injury and accident settlements and verdicts. Some of the factors that could help determine the value of your case include:
While a significant part of most personal injury settlements typically covers the cost of past and future medical expenses, loss of income, and other economic damages, there may be other losses to include. Many accident cases also include non-economic damages, which compensate for the psychological impact the incident had on the claimant and their loved ones. These damages focus on the physical and emotional pain you have suffered and may continue to suffer due to your injuries that resulted from your accident. There is no average compensation or amount for pain and suffering, but the consideration of these factors may increase the amount of your settlement.
When it comes to determining the settlement range for your case, our injury lawyers review these factors, related medical records, liability and related damages. Moving forward, our Virginia personal injury attorneys could work with you to get the verdict and settlement you need.
When it comes to personal injury claims, each type of case is handled and settled differently. For example, in a car accident case, the settlement typically relies on the damage to your vehicle, location of the accident, extent of your injuries, and those of any passengers. Insurance also plays a significant role in these claims. Sometimes the at-fault driver may not have enough insurance to cover for all of your losses, and as a result, your attorney may need to take a different approach. Alternatively, if an uninsured driver was at-fault in an accident, this can have a significant impact on your potential settlement.
On the other hand, in a brain injury case, future expenses must be considered when calculating a fair settlement. A traumatic brain injury can have life-altering consequences that have significant future medical costs and may result in a claimant being unable to work. The attorneys at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers understand the nuances to various types of personal injury cases and could calculate a proper settlement that covers all potential losses.
In Virginia, there are no limits or set damage caps on a majority of standard personal injury cases. This means there is no maximum settlement amount that an injured party could receive in their personal injury claim. However, there are exceptions to this in certain circumstances. Additionally, in the case of punitive damages, there is a cap of $350,000. It is important to know that punitive damages are rarely incorporated into most personal injury cases.
When you hire Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers to handle your personal injury case, we are your legal advocate throughout the process of demanding a settlement. During this process our attorneys gather information from you about your case and situation, collect evidence, contact insurance companies and determine the total costs of any past and future expenses related to your injuries. To help in this process, it is important to provide any information you have to support your claims. This starts with preserving evidence, maintaining records, and giving any additional information you may have to your lawyer.
Spearheaded by founding partner John Cooper, whose experience spans over 30 years in handling complex car accident litigation, our team of top-rated attorneys collectively boasts an impressive 128 years of legal experience. With an exceptional winning streak that has secured tens of millions of dollars for our clients, including Virginia’s largest reported car accident recovery of $6.5 million in 2020, our record of obtaining substantial settlements and verdicts is unmatched. With a dedication to client satisfaction reflected in their AV rating from Martindale Hubbell and a “Superb” rating on Avvo, Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers sets the standard for exceptional customer service and unwavering commitment to representing the injured, never the insurance companies.
