Norfolk Personal Injury Lawyer

$200,000

SETTLEMENT IN DRUNK DRIVING COLLISION LAWSUIT

$250,000

SETTLEMENT FOR PEDESTRIAN STRUCK BY DRUNK DRIVER IN VIRGINIA BEACH

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SETTLEMENT IN PIT BULL ATTACK PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM

Personal Injury Representation Informed by Insurance-Defense Experience

Before representing injured people, attorney Ed Atkinson worked on the insurance-defense side of accident claims. That experience helps him understand how insurance companies investigate collisions, dispute liability, evaluate medical treatment and calculate damages.

Today, Ed leads Atkinson Law in representing people injured through negligence in Norfolk and across Virginia. Clients receive direct legal guidance based on the circumstances of their case—not a one-size-fits-all assessment. Meet Attorney Ed Atkinson →

Dog Bite and Animal Attack Claims

Dog attacks can cause puncture wounds, nerve damage, infections, facial injuries, permanent scarring and psychological trauma. Atkinson Law represents people injured in dog bite and animal attack incidents and investigates issues such as ownership, prior aggressive behaviour, available insurance coverage and the circumstances of the attack.

The firm’s published case results include Virginia dog-bite settlements involving serious and permanent injuries. Learn About Dog Bite Claims →

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Personal Injury

Car Accidents

Motorcycle Accidents

Truck Accidents

Distracted Driving

Boating Accident

Dog Bite

Wrongful death

Medical Malpractice

Nursing Home Abuse

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Bernard Tiernan

I was well taken care of by Mr. Adkinson. He is extremely personable and astute. He was very knowledgeable with the facts of my case and constantly reassured me as to what was going to happen at every step. I was extremely pleased with the results of my case and his expert advice at all times. Thank you Ed for everything and a job expertly done.

Maria Memije

I was going through the hardest time trying to figure what I wanted to do after my sons passing and he definitely stepped up and help me for a wrongful death of my son. There's time you think he went ghost on you but he's really not he's looking into parts that we wouldn't even think of looking and it's really determine to help you with any worries or questions you have. For my first time having a lawyer I can definitely recommend him for a accident type of lawyer. And staff really care about informing you as much as he does .

Ismael Gomez

Mr. Ed Atkinson did a fenomenal job in regards to my father's accident injury lawsuit. From day one Mr. Atkinson, personally, took care of the case and was able to make sure my father received the right compensation to cover medical bills plus receiving extra cash for his pockets. We are very thankful for his services and definitely, recommend Atkinson Law to anyone seeking Legal representation and/ or advice!

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What Can Affect the Value of a Virginia Personal Injury Claim?

There is no universal personal injury settlement calculator. The potential value of a claim depends on its specific facts, including the severity of the injuries, medical expenses, lost income, future treatment, available insurance coverage, evidence of fault and the effect of the injury on the person’s daily life.

Atkinson Law can review the available evidence, explain the factors that may affect the claim and discuss the legal options available. Discuss Your Injury Claim →