Personal injury attorneys in Virginia almost always work on a contingency-fee basis. That means you pay no attorney's fee upfront and no fee at all unless they recover compensation for you. The fee is a percentage of the recovery.
What a Contingency Fee Is
Why This Matters for Injury Victims
Contingency fees give everyone access to quality legal representation — not just those who can pay hundreds of dollars per hour. The attorney shares the risk of your case and is motivated to maximize your recovery.
What About Costs?
Case costs (filing fees, expert witnesses, records) are handled differently from fees. Most firms advance these and recoup them from the settlement. Always ask how costs are handled in your written agreement.
The Free Case Review
Before any agreement, the case review itself is free. You learn whether you have a claim and what it may be worth at no cost and no obligation.
This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. For guidance on your specific situation, consult a licensed Virginia attorney.