Norfolk Personal Injury Attorneys

Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Norfolk

From multi-vehicle crashes on I-64 to slip and fall incidents at local businesses, our team has handled thousands of cases across every major injury category since 1979. Whatever brought you here, there’s a strong chance we’ve handled a case like yours.

Vehicle Accident Cases

Virginia roads carry significant risk, and Norfolk’s corridors, from the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel to Military Highway, see more than their share of collisions. We handle cases involving:

• Car accidents
• Truck and tractor-trailer accidents
• Motorcycle accidents
• Rideshare accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Drunk driving accidents
• Distracted driving accidents

Premises & Property Cases

Property owners in Virginia have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors. When they don’t, injuries can be severe. Our Norfolk team handles:

• Slip and fall accidents
• Dog bites and animal attacks
• Premises liability claims

Catastrophic & Serious Injuries

Some injuries change everything, permanently. We represent clients in the most serious cases, including traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, burn injuries, and wrongful death. These cases demand thorough preparation and substantial resources, and we build every one of them with trial in mind, not just a quick settlement.

We also handle workers' compensation claims for on-the-job injuries and Social Security Disability cases when an injury ends your ability to work.

Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Norfolk

Virginia law allows you to seek compensation when you're injured because of another party's negligence or wrongful conduct.

Most Norfolk personal injury claims are filed in one of two courts, depending on the amount at stake: claims above Virginia's general district court jurisdictional limit go to the Norfolk Circuit Court, while smaller claims, and cases that need to move quickly, can start in the Norfolk General District Court. Cases involving a federal defendant can also move into the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. Knowing which court a claim belongs in, and what each one expects procedurally, is part of what a Norfolk-based firm brings to a case that an out-of-town firm has to learn as it goes.

Our Norfolk team guides you through the claims process from the first call to a final settlement or verdict: gathering evidence, working with medical and technical professionals, and keeping you informed at every stage.

Norfolk-Specific Accident Risks

Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT) & I-64 Bottlenecks

The $3.9 billion HRBT expansion and ongoing lane shifts create unique accident risks for daily commuters. We handle cases involving multi-vehicle collisions, commercial trucks, and construction-related accidents on I-64 and the HRBT corridor.

Military & Port Traffic

Norfolk’s Naval Station and Port of Virginia bring heavy tractor-trailer traffic to Military Highway, Hampton Boulevard, and Terminal Boulevard. Our attorneys know the rules for service members, commercial drivers, and civilians injured in these high-traffic zones.

Dangerous Intersections

We track local accident hotspots such as Military Highway & Northampton Boulevard and Princess Anne Road & Military Highway, giving clients the confidence that we understand their specific incident location and risks.

Personal injury claims in Virginia generally require proof of:

1. Duty of Care: The defendant had an obligation to act reasonably.
2. Breach of Duty: The defendant failed to meet this obligation.
3. Causation: The breach directly caused your injury.
4. Injury/Damages: You suffered economic or non-economic harm.

Virginia follows pure contributory negligence, meaning even 1% fault can bar recovery. Our team has a track record of keeping client liability at 0% by using medical professionals, accident reconstruction professionals, and thorough evidence strategies.

• Statute of Limitations: Under Virginia Code § 8.01-243, you typically have 2 years from the accident date to file a lawsuit. Acting promptly protects your rights.

Negotiation & Litigation

We prepare every case with trial in mind while also negotiating for fair settlements. Our resources, experience, and deep understanding of Virginia law allow us to advocate for the strongest available outcome under the facts of the case.

We handle serious injuries such as:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Amputations
• Broken bones & fractures
• Burn injuries
• Back, neck, and shoulder injuries
• Animal bites
• Whiplash
• Soft tissue injuries

What Compensation Can You Recover in a Norfolk Personal Injury Case?

If you’ve been injured, our Norfolk personal injury attorneys pursue the full compensation supported by your case, whether your claim is $100,000 or $10,000,000.

Typical damages we seek include:

• Medical bills, including future treatment costs
• Lost wages, income, and employment benefits
• Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and mental anguish
• Loss of earning capacity due to disability or impairment
• Rehabilitation, therapy, and in-home care

In some cases, punitive damages may also be available to hold the defendant accountable for gross negligence or intentional wrongdoing. We can review your situation and advise whether pursuing punitive damages makes sense for your case.

Why Kalfus & Nachman PC Stands Apart for Norfolk Injury Victims

Founded in 1979, Kalfus & Nachman PC is among the longest-standing personal injury firms serving the Norfolk area. Over more than four decades, we've successfully handled thousands of cases and recovered over $1 billion for injured Virginians. That experience guides how we approach every new case that comes through our door.

Our attorneys hold recognition that reflects serious courtroom capability. We're named among the Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers, members of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and members of The American Association for Justice. We also carry an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer-review rating for legal ability and ethical standards, and the firm holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. In 2025, Virginia Media recognized us with their Best of Norfolk award, and we've also earned the Best of Coastal Virginia Reader's Choice Award. That recognition is driven by the clients we've served in this community. Managing Partner Paul R. Hernandez also serves as President-Elect (2026–2027) of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, putting the attorney leading this office in a statewide leadership role among plaintiffs' trial lawyers.

Our Norfolk office is part of a statewide network with locations in Norfolk, Newport News, Virginia Beach, and Roanoke, which means we have the reach and resources to handle complex litigation without cutting corners. When a case calls for it, we bring in third-party professionals, including doctors and accident reconstruction professionals, to build a factual record that holds up under scrutiny. We also fund litigation costs upfront, so financial pressure never forces a client into a settlement that isn't right for them.

Every client gets a personalized strategy built around the specific facts of their case. That's not a marketing line. It's how we've worked since the day we opened. If you're looking for a personal injury lawyer in Norfolk residents can turn to, with the history, credentials, and resources to take your case seriously, we're ready to talk.