Each and every year hundreds of thousands of Americans are involved in a work injury, a slip and fall in a public place, a car collision with resulting injuries, medical malpractice injuries or injuries which result from a dangerous drug or a clearly defective medical product or device. Most of those injured are completely unfamiliar with the legal system as well as woefully unprepared for the amount of paperwork required and deadlines which must be met when a personal injury lawsuit is filed.
Perhaps you have suffered injuries from an accident which have subsequently affected your health, your work, your future, and your loved ones. The effects of an accident with injuries could last for weeks, months, or—in the case of catastrophic injuries—years, or even a lifetime. When you have suffered injury from an accident which was the result of the negligence of another person or entity, you may not know where to turn for help.
The attorneys and staff at Tronfeld, West & Durrett work hard for their clients, with a goal of ensuring every victim of such an accident is properly compensated for the negligence of another. Our attorneys are dedicated to pursuing our clients’ claims and obtaining results, whether through settlement or trial. We have represented thousands of injured clients since 1972 in every aspect of personal injury law, practicing in both state and federal courts.
Our highly knowledgeable attorneys are well-versed in the statutes of limitations, ensuring your claim is filed in a timely manner, and are equally experienced in gathering evidence, consulting witnesses and expert witnesses, and dealing with insurance companies. If you have been injured in an accident and are doing your best to heal your body and spirit while getting back to your everyday life, you may feel overwhelmed and stressed.
In the case of a catastrophic injury, the emotional, physical and financial aftermath can be particularly devastating. Catastrophic injuries are generally considered to be those which will require multiple surgical procedures, a high level of supervision, and ongoing rehabilitation and assistance for the remainder of the victim’s life. Severe burn injuries, back and spinal cord injuries, brain trauma, neck injuries, internal organ injuries and paraplegia or quadriplegia are all considered catastrophic injuries. Because the victim of a catastrophic injury may never regain the ability to work—or even handle such simple tasks as bathing, eating and dressing—it is essential that financial compensation from the negligent party is sufficient for the future.
Because injury victims have a narrow window of opportunity to seek recovery for their injuries, having an experienced Tronfeld, West & Durrett attorney by your side from start to finish can truly make a difference in the outcome. Insurance companies typically attempt to settle a case quickly—before it is even known how many years the victim may require medical care and assistance. Having a personal injury attorney who has the tenacity and commitment necessary to ensure you receive the compensation you need and deserve can truly make a difference in your current life and to your future.
The Tronfeld, West & Durrett personal injury law firm is located in Richmond, Virginia, serving the communities in the surrounding metro and tri-city areas, with offices located in Richmond, Chesterfield, Petersburg, and Mechanicsville. Our practice is limited to helping those injured in an accident—we do not represent insurance companies. We are proud of the fact that our attorneys possess vast litigation experience, distinguished academic degrees and always zealously represent the interests of our clients.
The law firm of Tronfeld, West & Durrett has eight attorneys—five shareholders and three associates—all of whom have the knowledge to provide clients with experienced legal representation. Jay Tronfeld is the founding shareholder of the firm, representing thousands of victims of personal injury and wrongful death claims, trying cases in both Federal and State Courts throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. Obtaining significant verdicts and settlements in auto accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice claims and wrongful death claims, Mr. Tronfeld is a sought-after speaker at continuing legal education programs and was recognized as a top personal injury attorney in Virginia by Virginia Super Lawyers.
Elizabeth West is a shareholder who dedicates her entire practice to personal injury, product liability, auto accidents and medical malpractice and is often involved in the firm’s most complex cases. As a graduate of the University of Richmond’s T.C. Williams School of Law, Mrs. West serves as chair to the firm’s medical malpractice section and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
David Durrett is a shareholder of the firm who also dedicates 100 percent of his practice to personal injury litigation, product liability cases and medical malpractice claims. As a former Senior Public Defender, Mr. Durrett chairs the firm’s trucking litigation section, and is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, the Virginia, Richmond, and Hanover Bar Associations and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Mr. Durrett was selected as one of the top 100 Trial Lawyers in 2013.
John Newby is a shareholder in the firm who focuses exclusively on personal injury law and chairs the firm’s products liability section. As a member of the Virginia State Bar, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Richmond Bar Association, Mr. Newby currently serves on the Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association Tort Law Legislative Subcommittee. Mr. Newby was recognized as a top personal injury lawyer in Virginia in 2015-2016 by Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine and has successfully argued cases before the Virginia Supreme Court.
Kelly Martin is a shareholder in the firm whose practice is dedicated to personal injury litigation, including auto accidents, products liability, medical malpractice and premises liability. As the chair for the firm’s Governmental Liability section, Mr. Martin graduated cum laude from the George Mason University Law School and was named a Rising Star by the Virginia Super Lawyers magazine in 2014, 2015 and 2016. In 2014, Mr. Martin obtained the ninth largest jury verdict for a client injured by a work truck.
The law firm of Tronfeld, West & Durrett focuses in the following personal injury cases:
Any auto accident injuries which cause serious injury and are directly tied to the carelessness of another deserve a highly skilled personal injury attorney from Tronfeld, West & Durrett. Of course, no one anticipates being involved in an auto, pedestrian, bus, truck or motorcycle accident, yet such accidents are far too common. The aftermath from such an accident can truly be devastating as you attempt to deal with disabling injuries, physical pain, rehabilitative therapy sessions, time away from work, and mental anguish. Your medical expenses may be mounting alarmingly—even if you have health insurance—and dealing with an insurance company can be a frustrating and cumbersome process. If you are forced to take time off from work, your regular bills may go unpaid due to your injuries—and through no fault of your own. While most of us have seen the warm and fuzzy insurance commercials on television which imply a representative will be by our side immediately with only our best interests at heart, this is rarely a reality. In the end, every person who attempts to get a fair settlement from an insurance company without benefit of a knowledgeable personal injury attorney by their side is only adding to the end-of-year profits the insurance company enjoys.
Brain injuries are often the result of an accident—an auto accident, a fall, or a sports injury. Medical malpractice can also result in brain injury or brain trauma any time there is a deviation in the accepted standards of medical practice. Perhaps you received a brain injury after being involved in an auto accident with another car, truck or bus, or perhaps you were a pedestrian, bicyclists or motorcyclist who was struck by a vehicle, causing brain trauma. Brain trauma can result in very lengthy recovery times, often causing the victim to be away from work for an extended length of time. The medical expenses associated with a brain injury can range from the thousands to the hundreds of thousands. A severe brain injury can result in physical changes in the victim as well as emotional and personality changes and can literally change a life forever. Having an experienced Tronfeld, West and Durrett attorney by your side after a brain injury can ensure you receive compensation to help you deal with an uncertain future.
Product liability law is meant to provide compensation to those injured by a dangerous or defective product. Product liability cases can be extremely complex, due to the number of parties who may be held liable for resulting injuries. Product defects could include design defects, defects which occur during the manufacturing process or defects which occur during product marketing. If you have suffered injury due to a defective product, whether that product is an automobile or automobile part, or any other product, getting legal help as quickly as possible is crucial to ensure your claim is filed correctly and in a timely manner.
A significant number of patients suffer serious harm from any number of negligent medical practices, dangerous drugs or medical devices. Of the hundreds of thousands of patients injured from the health care system each year, few of them actually bring suit, and those who do generally have a much bigger motive than financial gain. In fact, most patients simply want to know what went wrong, while ensuring the same thing does not happen to another innocent patient. Patients who have suffered harm by a member of the medical profession can be anxious, confused and frightened, needing experienced, reputable legal help. The Tronfeld, West and Durrett attorneys have a thorough understanding of accepted medical practices and will always staunchly advocate for your rights when medical malpractice occurs.
When an accident or injury occurs on the property of another, the owner of that property may be legally responsible for the injuries should negligence be a factor in the accident. If you suffer an accident due to this type of negligence, you could be eligible for reimbursement of lost wages and medical expenses as well as other forms of pain and suffering reimbursement. Property injuries can include:
Like medical malpractice cases, premises liability cases can be complex, requiring a seasoned, reputable premises liability attorney.
Unfortunately, nursing home neglect and abuse is far more common than most people realize, however proving such abuse can be difficult, complicated by the failing memories of the elderly patients as well as less-than-cooperative staff. Elderly persons may be physically frail, less able to stand up to abusive behavior or even tell another person about the abuse. Because the hearing, sight, physical strength and ability to think clearly may be diminished, unscrupulous people may take advantage of this very vulnerable group. Abuse can be physical (hitting, shoving, placing restraints on an elderly person or confining the person to his or her room) or can be emotional intimidation, accomplished through threats, yelling, humiliation or ridicule. In some cases, the elderly person is isolated from friends and family and denied enjoyed activities, while in others, the person may be ignored altogether (about half of all elder abuse cases involve the failure to provide a person’s basic necessities such as food, water, clean clothing and baths). If you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect, it is imperative that you contact a knowledgeable Tronfeld, West & Durrett attorney as quickly as possible.
If you have suffered any type of personal injury, whether an auto accident, a product or premises liability injury, you are the victim of medical malpractice, or you have a loved one who is the victim of nursing home abuse or neglect, contact Tronfeld, West & Durrett. Our attorneys truly care about your injuries and have the experience necessary to work toward the right outcome. Having a Tronfeld, West & Durrett attorney by your side will help you successfully navigate the legal process while providing compassion and reputable, knowledgeable legal representation. Contact Tronfeld, West & Durrett today by calling (804) 358-6741.
Extremely great people very kind and sincere. Never lose contact nor do they stop checking on you and your injuries. I will recommend them to any and everyone
-Stephan
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In 2017, Richmond had 5,487 automobile accidents with 21 fatalities and 2,649 injuries. With 143,769 licensed drivers in Richmond, there was a 0.15 death rate per 1000 drivers in Richmond.
