Frequently Asked Questions

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Gianni (“Johnny”) Puglielli is the founder and sole attorney of Puglielli Injury Law. Should you retain the services of his firm, you’ll be represented by him.

If you’ve been injured by someone else’s negligence, then you should consult with a personal injury attorney. Puglielli Injury Law offers a free consultation to help you determine if you have a case and would benefit from hiring an attorney. If you don’t feel ready to contact an attorney yet, then please feel free to review the rest of these FAQs.

There are many different types of personal injury cases. In today’s world, many cases are caused by motor vehicle accidents—whether by “ordinary” cars, tractor-trailers, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, or a pedestrian or cyclist hit by a car—but they can also include dog bites, slip and falls, products liability, and many other types of incidents. Personal injury law also includes cases where someone has died because of someone else’s negligence (known as “wrongful death”).

First, check yourself for injuries and, if you can safely do, check on others in your vehicle or other vehicles. Then, move yourself to safety and call 911 to request emergency services. If you can, take pictures of the scene, the vehicles involved, and any visible injuries. If you’ve been injured, seek medical attention immediately.

Call for help if others are nearby and call 911. If you’re able, document the scene and take pictures of the area where you fell. You should also notify the business or property owner of the incident immediately.

In Virginia, a victim of negligence may be able to recover money for past and future medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, lost earning capacity, and other damages. These damages are awarded to the victim through a settlement or a verdict at trial in the form of money. A personal injury attorney represents victims of negligence to try and recover the maximum amount of damages and compensation possible under the particular circumstances of a victim’s case. But a personal injury attorney also relieves clients of stress by keeping the insurance company away and letting clients focus exclusively on treating their injuries and trying to get their lives back on track.

Whether you believe you have a personal injury claim or another legal issue, please don’t hesitate to contact Puglielli Injury Law. All consultations with Gianni Puglielli are free, regardless of the type of case. If Gianni can’t help you, then he will do his best to refer you to someone who can help or at least point you in the right direction.

Virginia follows a rule called “contributory negligence,” which is a strict law that fully prevents you from recovering any damages if you’re partially at fault for causing the incident or your own injuries. However, determining whether you’re partially at fault is a legal question and may not have a clear answer, so you should discuss your case with an attorney. Puglielli Injury Law will review liability with you during a consultation.

If you were working when you were injured by someone else’s negligence, you may have a personal injury claim. However, determining whether or not you have a claim under those circumstances can be complex, and you may also have a claim under the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Act, so you should consult with a personal injury or workers’ compensation attorney as soon as possible.

In Virginia, a lawsuit for personal injuries must be filed within two years after the “cause of action accrues.” Determination of that two-year period may not be as clear as it seems, so you should consult with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to ensure a personal injury claim is timely filed. Failure to file a lawsuit on time may cause you to permanently lose your right to a settlement and compensation.

Many personal injury cases settle without the need to file a lawsuit, and even when a lawsuit is filed, many cases settle before going to trial. However, a lawsuit and trial may be necessary depending on the facts of your case or if a fair settlement can’t be reached. Puglielli Injury Law is experienced with taking cases to trial and does not shy away from litigation.

The length of your personal injury case can vary. Some cases can resolve in several months, while others can take longer, such as several years. It’s often difficult to determine how long a case will take at the beginning but can be calculated more accurately as the case moves ahead. If you’re represented by Puglielli Injury Law, you’ll be kept informed about the status of your case and how close it is to a resolution.

You can fill out the form below, call Gianni Puglielli at (804) 215-7009, or email him at gpuglielli@pugliellilaw.com. Gianni will respond to your request typically within the same day, and certainly within 24 hours.