Experienced Paralysis Lawyer Serving Fairfax, Virginia, And Washington, D.C.
Last updated on June 24, 2025
When a car accident, truck accident or other personal injury incident results in paralysis, it impacts every aspect of your life – for the rest of your life. In Virginia and Washington, D.C., the laws recognize that anyone paralyzed due to the negligence of another deserves full compensation for their losses. However, navigating these catastrophic injury claims requires dedicated legal guidance from someone who truly understands your situation.
You deserve representation from an attorney who sees not just a case number, but the person whose life has been forever changed. Shevlin Smith, P.C., brings over 70 combined years of experience specifically handling catastrophic injury cases throughout Fairfax, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Our lawyers work directly with each client, never passing a case to paralegals, because we understand the emotional, physical and financial challenges that lie ahead for our clients and that their recovery depends on personalized attention.
How Paralysis Happens And Why It Matters Legally
Most paralysis cases stem from sudden, forceful trauma. Car and truck accidents often cause spinal cord injuries, leading to different forms of paralysis:
- Paraplegia: Loss of function in the lower body, often requiring wheelchairs or mobility devices.
- Quadriplegia: Paralysis affecting all limbs and torso, often requiring around-the-clock care.
- Hemiplegia: One-sided paralysis, usually following brain trauma or stroke caused by impact.
Each diagnosis affects your daily life differently, and in Virginia and Washington, D.C., the laws allow for compensation when another party’s negligence is to blame. However, it takes a smart legal plan to prove fault and secure the support you deserve.
Even if it feels like a straightforward case, do not risk handling it alone. Insurance companies are known to deny or undervalue paralysis injury claims. A well-versed paralysis attorney like ours can differentiate between the need for temporary aid and lifelong support.
Why You Need A Paralysis Lawyer For Your Case
Insurance adjusters are trained to protect company profits. They may downplay your injury or push a low settlement. When a paralysis attorney from our firm is on your side, the story changes.
Our team:
- Gathers the right medical documentation
- Calculates full lifetime costs
- Handles the paperwork, deadlines and negotiations
- Takes your case to court if needed
We do not chase cases. We take on a select number of clients so we can maximize outcomes for the injured, as our record of recovering millions for catastrophic injury victims demonstrates.
Start Your Path To Recovery With Us
At Shevlin Smith, P.C., our paralysis lawyers in Fairfax, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., are ready to guide you through this journey with the confidence and compassion you need. Use our secure online form or dial 703-634-7350 to schedule your free consultation.