Personal Injury
Serious Personal Injury Representation in Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia
Serious injuries deserve serious representation.
Our Approach
When a serious injury changes your life, the legal decisions you make in the weeks and months that follow can determine your financial security for years to come. Greenberg Costle & Bradley represents individuals and families who have suffered significant injuries as a result of someone else's negligence — and we do so with the same commitment to quality over volume that defines everything we do.
Our personal injury practice focuses on high-stakes cases: catastrophic accidents, wrongful death, and serious injuries that require experienced litigation counsel. We do not settle cases quickly for less than they are worth. We prepare every case for trial — and that preparation produces better outcomes.
What We Handle
Our Philosophy
Virginia's contributory negligence rule is among the strictest in the nation: any fault attributed to the injured party can bar recovery entirely. This makes early, thorough investigation and experienced legal representation critical from the moment of injury.
Every client who retains Greenberg Costle & Bradley works directly with a named partner. We do not hand cases off to junior associates. We do not process volume. We focus on the cases that matter — and we give them the attention they deserve.
Why Choose Us
✓ Direct representation by a named partner from intake through resolution
✓ Trial-ready preparation — we do not settle cases for less than they are worth
✓ Deep knowledge of Virginia's contributory negligence standard
✓ Experience in both state and federal courts in Northern Virginia and D.C.
✓ Honest assessment of case value and realistic timelines
Common Questions
Virginia applies pure contributory negligence, which means that if you are found to be even partially at fault for your own injury, you may be barred from recovering any damages. This makes early legal representation critical — the defense will look for any evidence of contributory negligence from the start.
The general statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Virginia is two years from the date of injury. Wrongful death claims must be filed within two years of the date of death. There are exceptions that can shorten this deadline, so it is important to consult with an attorney promptly.
Recoverable damages may include medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and diminished earning capacity, pain and suffering, and in wrongful death cases, damages for the benefit of surviving family members. The specific damages available depend on the facts of your case.
Our personal injury practice is focused on serious motor vehicle accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and medical malpractice involving significant harm. We do not handle routine slip and fall, workplace injury, or product liability matters.
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Contact Greenberg Costle & Bradley today. Your consultation will be conducted by a named partner — not a paralegal or intake specialist.
