Our Virginia Law Firm Case Results

$5,000,000

Judgment in Bizarre Injury Case

While the details of the trauma experienced by our corporate executive female client are too personal to publicize, we were honored to have been able to obtain justice for her in the Fairfax County Circuit Court.

$5,000,000

Truck Crash Wrongful Death Settlement

Through a great deal of hard work and years of litigation, The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm secured a $5 Million wrongful death settlement for the family.
Big trucks can take life instantly and we will continue to help families who lose loved ones in these unnecessary and avoidable collisions.

$2,300,000

Settlement for Virginia Motorcycle Crash Victim

Our client, a motorcyclist lawfully traveling on a main road in Northern Virginia, suffered severe and permanent injuries when a driver made a sudden left turn in front of him. Despite the defense alleging contributory negligence—a rule that can bar recovery in Virginia if the injured person is even 1% at fault—our team secured a $2.3 million settlement, representing the full recovery of the defendant’s insurance policy limits.
The firm’s innovative approach—combining traditional legal strategy with technology such as AI-assisted evidence review—demonstrates how modern trial preparation can improve case outcomes.

$1,400,000

Wrongful Death from Head-On Collision

As our practice continues to expand to other states, we seized the opportunity to find justice for a young man, who lost his family members in a deadly accident in Georgia.
An elderly man drove the wrong way on a highway and slammed head-on into our client’s family’s vehicle, killing everyone involved.
While nothing could ever heal the pain of our client’s losses, with the assistance of co-counsel in Georgia, we were able to obtain all of the available insurance from the wrongdoer’s Florida policies and our client’s Virginia automobile insurance. The total settlement obtained amounted in $1,400,000.00.

$1,000,000

Wrongful Death from Tractor-Trailer Collision

Though the terms of this wrongful death settlement are confidential, we can say we were able to obtain all insurance funds available for the family who suffered this senseless loss.

$1,000,000

Grandmother Struck Head-On by Commercial Truck

This horrible crash occurred on a windy, two lane road in rural Fauquier County.
Our client, and grandmother to several, was on her way home when a commercial truck illegally left his lane of travel, slammed head-on into our client, and pushed her off the road.
She had to be airlifted from the scene and suffered numerous orthopedic issues (broken bones and torn ligaments), as well as many other forms of damage.
After a hard fought lawsuit, we were able to secure our client the full amount of insurance available to her from the other side, which amounted to $1 million.

$975,000

Motorcycle Accident

Recently, Prince William accident attorney, James Parrish, had the pleasure of helping a young Manassas man, who was severely injured in a motorcycle accident.
The accident occurred in Haymarket, Virginia and was the fault of an inattentive automobile driver, who blindly turned left in front of the young man on the motorcycle.
Fortunately, Mr. Parrish was contacted and retained shortly after the accident and was able to advise the injured man and his family throughout the claims process.
The insurance company for the at-fault driver attempted to take advantage of the injured motorcyclist by blaming him for the collision, but was prevented from doing so by the efforts of Mr. Parrish. (Injury lawyer Parrish used to work for insurance companies, so he knows their “tricks and schemes.”)
After filing a lawsuit and hiring premier expert witnesses to support the injured motorcyclist’s claim, the insurance company agreed to settle the case for $975,000.00.
This was a great day for the injured man, as well as his family and the Parrish Law Firm was blessed to be able to help these wonderful folks.

$700,000

Wrongful Death Against Tractor-trailer Driver

Last summer, we had the honor of representing the mother of young woman, who was tragically killed in an accident with a tractor-trailer in Stafford County, Virginia on Interstate 95.
The Virginia State Police investigated the accident and found that the truck driver was not at fault. The insurer of the truck driver latched on to law enforcement’s conclusion, denied any responsibility, and blamed our client’s deceased daughter for the crash. Notwithstanding, the Parrish Law Firm’s review of the facts indicated otherwise. We found the truck driver to be inattentive and not in proper control of his vehicle.
So, we filed suit against the driver and his employer and began to aggressively prosecute the claim. Shortly thereafter, the insurance company changed its position and began negotiations.
We recognized that the driving behavior of our client’s daughter could have been found to be a contributing cause of the accident (which would have barred our client from receiving any compensation for her daughter’s death under Virginia’s harsh law of contributory negligence) and decided that settlement was the best course of action.
While this was a tragedy, the Parrish Law Firm’s relentless pursuit for justice against this negligent tractor-trailer operator resulted in our client being granted a very favorable resolution and took her one step closer to being able to move on with her life.

$625,000

Woman Who Overcame a Desmoid Tumor following a Commercial Vehicle Collision in Northern Virginia

In a battle of resilience and relentless determination, a courageous woman triumphed over not just a traumatic vehicular collision, but the daunting journey of overcoming a desmoid tumor that ensued.
Struck by a commercial vehicle in Northern Virginia, she found herself grappling with a unique medical condition rarely associated with trauma, a desmoid tumor. Navigating the labyrinth of healthcare, she endured years of grueling chemo-like therapy, innumerable visits to various medical providers, and the distress of pre-existing spinal conditions complicating her diagnosis.
Despite her case being dismissed as unwinnable by two preceding law firms, she persevered, placing her trust in The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm. Their combined expertise in medical malpractice and commercial vehicle collisions, together with the opinion of a top Johns Hopkins doctor, led to the resolution of the case and a well-deserved victory for our undaunted client.
With a successful settlement of $625,000 obtained through the skillful mediation of seasoned professionals, this woman’s courage and fortitude has paved the way for others in similar situations to seek justice. The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm is proud to have represented her interests and brought closure to a long and arduous journey. Enduring physical and emotional trauma, she emerged victoriously, a true inspiration to all. The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm salutes her bravery and determination. Let us be your guide in your own journey towards justice. Contact us today for expert legal representation. Remember, you are not alone. We are here to help you every step of the way.

$600,000

Wrongful Death by Negligent Transport Bus Driver

The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm has successfully recovered $600,000 for a family grieving the loss of their elderly mother, who was fatally injured due to the negligence of a transport bus driver.
Our client’s mother was wheelchair-bound and living in an assisted living facility. She was being transported to essential medical appointments by the facility responsible for her care. Tragically, the medical transport drivers failed to properly secure her wheelchair in the vehicle, which led to catastrophic outcomes. During transit, the driver, in a misguided and reckless attempt to rush through a changing traffic light, braked harshly. This abrupt action resulted in our client being ejected from her wheelchair, suffering a fractured leg and other significant injuries.
The heartbreaking complications that followed the preventable incident ultimately led to her death. Her family reached out to The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm to help them recover from the loss of their beloved family member.
Our attorneys unearthed undeniable evidence of gross negligence on the part of the assisted living facility. Such negligence included their disregard for standard safety protocols in the transport of vulnerable and elderly residents—a crucial procedure that was ignored by these drivers.
While no outcome can truly compensate for the loss endured by the family, The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm reached resolution achieved through mediation—settling the case for $600,000. The money can never replace our client’s mother, but the family hopes that this case will serve as a reminder that the rules of transport should always be followed. We rely on medical transport companies, who work directly with our most sensitive populations, and they should be held accountable to following the rules of good driving and good transport.
Due to how tragic this case was, we were so grateful to be able to help this family navigate through the legal process so they could focus on grieving. Our firm is steadfast in its commitment to advocating for those wrongfully killed by medical transport bus drivers, ensuring that such negligence is met with the full force of the law. If you or someone you know has suffered from similar negligence, The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm is dedicated to providing the legal support needed to seek justice and compensation.

$500,000

Woman Struck by Driver of Company Truck

Our client was struck head-on by a company truck and eventually needed cervical spine (neck) surgery. What made this case compelling and challenging was that the victim (our client) had been to see a chiropractor in the month before the crash with complaints of neck pain and arm numbness. She offered similar issues to her medical providers after the accident and surgery quickly followed.
Ordinarily, such similar complaints so close to the accident would be a huge impediment to settlement as the adverse insurer would claim the injury pre-existed the accident at issue. However, voluntarily disclosing the pre-accident chiropractic care coupled with strong expert opinions from our client’s surgeon, we defeated those arguments.
We took great pride in receiving $500,000.00 for a very nice and deserving lady.

$300,000

Marine Attacked By Pit Bull

On October 12, 2014, our client, a retired United States Marine, was walking on a public sidewalk in Woodbridge, VA, when a pit bull, being walked on a leash, attacked him without any reason or provocation.
The official law enforcement investigation, which resulted in criminal charges against the dog walker for failure to properly control the vicious animal, determined that the offending dog jumped directly at our client’s face, latched on to his right arm (which our client used to deflect the dog’s attack), and dragged him more than 20 yards, resulting in serious lacerations on and permanent nerve damage to his right arm and hand.
Personal injury lawyer, Jim Parrish was hired to represent the injured veteran and discovered that this pit bull had a history of aggressive behavior before the attack that forever changed the victim’s life.
Representatives of the insurance company for the dog owner’s homeowner’s liability insurance policy had the gall to try to point the finger at our client and say that he was at fault for the unsolicited attack.
However, the insurance company’s position quickly crumbled under Mr. Parrish’s pressure and it accepted liability for our client’s injuries.
As a result of Mr. Parrish’s skills and efforts, a $300,000 settlement, which was the maximum recoverable under the homeowner’s insurance policy (or “policy limit”), was reached without having to file a lawsuit.

$250,000

Slip and Fall Victim

Our client left her apartment while going down the stairs she slipped on a step, fell several feet and landed on her knee. After her fall she noticed that the steps were wet from mopping; however, no warning signs were present. She then began yelling for help. As she looked down the stairwell, she saw a maintenance person mopping the floors.
This maintenance person approached our client and our client asked her why she had not placed “wet floor” signs in front of the stairs. The maintenance person refused to answer and ran away.
The client eventually obtained medical assistance, underwent emergency surgery and spent a great deal of time in a painful rehabilitation process.
When the maintenance company was contacted, it responded with a denial of all fault and even produced suspicious records, which allegedly indicated that its workers were not even on the property on the day of the client’s fall.
Ultimately, after presentation of evidence in support of the client’s case, a judgment was entered against the maintenance company, which totaled more than $250,000.00!

Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars

Paid by Pharmaceutical Company

While the exact terms of this resolution are confidential, a huge pharmaceutical company settled our client’s claim arising from use of a “bad drug” that was pulled from the market due to its unsafe nature.
The drug company flew its chief negotiator to Washington, D.C., to settle this case with our office, and we were humbled to achieve this outcome for our deserving client.

Several Hundred Thousand Dollars

Sexual Assault Victim

A young woman (“the victim”) and her family came to James Parrish after being sexually assaulted by a co-worker, while on the job. As you might imagine, her injuries were far too personal to list in a forum such as this.
When we first approached the victim’s employer to discuss appropriate compensation, the matter was immediately referred to his insurance company. The insurance adjuster promptly hired one of the largest law firms in the world (more than 700 lawyers!) to defend the employer and told us “that the company had done nothing wrong and would not be held responsible for the actions of the co-worker who committed the assault.” After much investigation, it was discovered that the assaulting employee had previously misbehaved in a sexual manner during work hours and on company property. However, this despicable employee had not been sanctioned, disciplined or fired. In fact, he was given a position as a supervisor!
Ultimately, the case went before a mediator (now a local Circuit Court Judge) and resulted in the victim obtaining a Court Order, which granted her several hundred thousand dollars (the exact amount is confidential). We are very happy to write that this resilient young woman has used this money to attend college and move forward with her life.

Six-Figure Settlement

Car Accident Victim

The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm recently represented a young man (“the client”) who was injured in a violent, single-car crash in Fairfax County. The accident occurred due to the driver’s negligent attempt to navigate a windy road while exceeding the speed limit.
The driver lost control of his vehicle and impacted a tree, which resulted in the client’s face being slammed against the window. The client’s eye socket, cheek and jaw bones were fractured. Additionally, the client suffered several lacerations due to broken glass in the car.
Following months of medical and dental treatment, the case was submitted to the driver’s insurance company with a demand of payment of the full insurance policy limit. The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm rejected numerous attempts by the insurance company to settle the client’s case and held fast to the previously mentioned policy limits demand. Ultimately, due to the Firm’s aggressive negotiations skills, the driver’s insurance company agreed to settle the case and paid the full amount of the driver’s insurance policy.
As a result of The Parrish Car Accident & Personal Injury Law Firm legal representation, which resulted in a six-figure settlement payment, the client was able to pay his medical and dental bills, as well as save a substantial sum of money for his future.

Drunk Driving Accident Victim

James R. Parrish was enlisted by a prominent trial attorney in Washington, D.C., to jointly represent a very badly injured young man (“the client”), who had been in a serious accident caused by a drunk driver.
Following the accident, the client was unable to run his small business and nearly lost everything. The opposing insurance companies tried every “trick in the book” to avoid paying the client the compensation he deserved and even went so far as to retain multiple “hired guns” as expert witnesses in an attempt to counter the diagnoses of the client’s treating physicians. Due to the complexity of the issues involved in the case, the parties agreed to mediate the matter with the assistance of a retired, former-Chief Judge of a local Circuit Court. During the mediation, Mr. Parrish effectively countered the insurance companies’ strategies and convinced the same insurance companies to resolve the case for nearly one-half of a million dollars. Prior to Mr. Parrish’s involvement in the case, the insurance companies had refused to offer the client anything greater than $50,000.