Norfolk Personal Injury Lawyers

An unexpected injury can turn your life upside down. One moment you’re focused on work, family, and everyday life—the next, you’re facing medical appointments, bills, and pain that won’t go away. In moments like these, you need guidance, protection, and answers from someone who truly understands what you’re going through. 

The Norfolk personal injury lawyers at Merrick Brock, PLLC, have built their careers fighting for individuals who have been wronged. After years spent defending insurance companies and large corporations, today, we use our knowledge to help injured individuals and families pursue justice. We fight hard, move fast, and never relent until our clients get the fair treatment they deserve.

This page explains when you could have a personal injury claim, how to prove negligence, what compensation you may recover, and how our attorneys can help you move forward after a serious accident in Norfolk.

What Is a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

A personal injury lawsuit is a civil claim that allows an individual who’s been harmed by another person’s negligence to seek compensation for their losses. These cases exist to help injured people recover financially and rebuild their lives.

Common types of personal injury cases we handle include:

• Bicycle accidents,
• Car accidents,
• Dog bites,
• Drunk driving accidents,
• Motorcycle accidents,
• Pedestrian accidents,
• Premises liability,
• Rideshare accidents,
• Truck accidents, and
• Wrongful death.

No matter how your injury occurred, the purpose of a personal injury claim remains the same: to hold the responsible party accountable and recover compensation for the harm you’ve suffered.

How Do I Prove My Personal Injury Claim?

In Virginia, most personal injury cases are based on negligence. When someone is negligent, they fail to exercise reasonable care, resulting in harm to another person. Your Norfolk personal injury attorney must prove the four elements of negligence:

1. Duty of care. The at-fault party owed you a legal duty.
2. Breach of duty. They failed to uphold that duty, such as by speeding, ignoring safety rules, or failing to maintain their property.
3. Causation. The breach of duty caused your injury.
4. Damages. You suffered measurable losses—physical, emotional, or financial—because of their conduct.

Evidence is essential in proving these elements. Our Norfolk personal injury attorneys gather police reports, medical records, witness statements, photos, and expert testimony to build your case.  

What Compensation Can I Recover in a Personal Injury Claim?

An injury doesn’t just cause pain; it can interrupt your entire life. A personal injury claim is designed to help you recover for those losses and regain stability. Through a successful claim, you may be able to recover compensation for:

• Medical expenses, including future care needs;
• Lost income and the loss of future earning potential;
• Property damage resulting from the accident;
• Physical pain and the emotional impact of your injuries; and
• The overall disruption to your quality of life.

Every case is different, and the amount of compensation available depends on your injuries, the strength of the evidence, and the circumstances of the accident. At Merrick Brock, PLLC, our Norfolk personal injury attorneys work closely with medical professionals, financial experts, and investigators to calculate the full extent of your damages and build a claim that reflects your real losses, not just what an insurance company is willing to offer.

Do I Need a Personal Injury Attorney?

After an accident, you may wonder whether you really need a Norfolk personal injury lawyer. While it’s possible to file a claim on your own, having experienced representation can make a significant difference in both the process and the result. 

Here’s why:

• We understand how insurers think. After years of defending large corporations, our attorneys are familiar with the strategies insurance companies use to minimize or deny claims—and how to effectively overcome them.
• We handle the details. From filing paperwork to negotiating settlements, we manage every aspect of your case, allowing you to focus on recovery.
• We gather strong evidence. Our team thoroughly investigates, preserving crucial records, interviewing witnesses, and consulting experts to substantiate your claim.
• We fight for full and fair compensation. We never settle for less than what your case is truly worth and are prepared to go to trial if needed.
• We give you peace of mind. Legal issues can be stressful, especially when you’re injured. Having trusted advocates on your side means you’re never alone in the process.

With Merrick Brock, PLLC, you get partners who will stand beside you until your case is resolved.

Consult a Norfolk Personal Injury Attorney Today

At Merrick Brock, PLLC, we’re known for our preparation, persistence, and honesty. Our attorneys have tried cases across Virginia and built a reputation for taking on challenges. We’ve earned the trust of clients and fellow attorneys alike by delivering results through integrity and hard work.

We’re proud to serve the Norfolk community with the same dedication we bring to every case: a commitment to fairness, open communication, and justice. Whether you were hurt in a car accident, a fall, or another act of negligence, we’ll fight to make sure your story is heard, and your rights are protected.

Contact Merrick Brock, PLLC, today to schedule a free case evaluation.  

Personal Injury FAQs

Below are answers to some of the most common questions our Norfolk personal injury lawyers receive.