Criminal Law

• DUI/DWI
  In Virginia, it’s illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol concentration that is higher than 0.08. Also, any points on your record that are obtained through drunk driving will remain on your record for two years. A DUI currently ranks at six (6) points in the State of Virginia.
• Wrongful Death
  When the loss of a loved one plagues your family, we understand exactly how difficult it can become. While the laws set in place are never able to fully mend the wounds your loss has created, wrongful death actions may be entirely necessary in order to improve
• Traffic Violations
  Depending on the laws of your state, your own negligence can either reduce the amount of damages available to you in a personal injury lawsuit or entirely bar you from any recovery. If the defense can prove you contributed to the accident through speeding, disregarding traffic signals or driving recklessly, your right to recover damages may be in jeopardy. It is essential that you hire an aggressive and committed attorney in your area to investigate your case and assemble the evidence you need to win.
• Sex Crimes
  Unfortunately, staff members will sometimes harm the senior citizens that they were hired to aid, through various acts of physical, emotional and financial harm – and even, sexual molestation or abuse can take place.
• Misdemeanors
• Murder
  Tried cases that became the basis for the movies, “A Few Good Men,” “The Paula Coughlin Story” and book entitled “The Mother of All Hooks-The story of the US Navy’s Tailhook Scandal.” Represented a Capital Murder Client involved in an internet/cell phone scam which received nationwide publicity. Retained as an Expert to testify to the “Standard of Care” in legal malpractice cases and appeared on television shows including Unsolved Mysteries, A Current Affair and The Montel Williams Show.
• Manslaughter
  The collision, which killed our client, occurred on Princess Anne Road, in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Our client was on her way to work when the defendant fell asleep and slammed into our client car head on. The defendant was charged with involuntary manslaughter. The case settled for the available policy limits.

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  We can help, whether your case involves injuries sustained in an auto accident, tractor-trailer crash, motorcycle accident, dog bite, or medical malpractice, or if you are working on a claim for VA disability benefits or workers compensation. We earn our clients’ trust by establishing an atmosphere of mutual respect and by demonstrating our legal knowledge and skill. Our clients choose us for many reasons, including the following.
• Employment Discrimination
  Andrea has always had a strong interest in helping people, representing individuals’ rights, and fighting hard for justice. During law school, Andrea interned with law firms where she assisted with civil rights, and employment discrimination cases, as well as helping inmates across North Carolina with tort claims and post-conviction claims. Andrea received a certificate from the NC State Bar Association for completing 100 hours of pro bono service upon graduation.

Property Law

• Premises Liability
  . This helps in any situation where people may find themselves injured while on your property. Slip and fall accidents, more notably called premises liability, which is where it’s up to the injured party to prove that they were hurt by the property owners negligence.
• Land Use and Zoning
• Property Damage
  Our motor vehicle accident attorneys have built a network of investigators and accident reconstructionists who are distinguished in their fields of expertise. Together with these experts, we work to determine the cause of your vehicle crash. We collaborate with our own medical experts to document the full extent of your injuries. If it is determined that your injuries and property damage are the result of another’s negligent or reckless behavior, we commit the full thrust of our force to fight for the maximum compensation possible for you.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban is a personal injury law firm that works hard to earn the trust of its clients. Over the years, our firm’s lawyers have built a strong reputation based on the values we believe are necessary to fight successfully for our clients’ rights.
• Medical Malpractice
  Medical malpractice occurs when a negligent act or omission by a doctor or other medical professional results in damage or harm to a patient. Each state establishes systems by which a medical board certifies medical practitioners to practice in an effort to prevent careless, negligent, and unskilled medical practitioners from harming the health and lives of their innocent patients. Medical malpractice must be proven by expert testimony. Accomplished professionals in the same medical field as the negligent doctor must be willing to testify that the performance of the defendant fell below acceptable standards. Marcari, Russotto, Spencer & Balaban can help you work through the difficult issues presented by a medical malpractice case.
• Auto Accidents
• Social Security Disability
  When To Speak With An Attorney About SSDI! First, let's start by defining what we're talking about. What is SSDI?  SSDI or Social Security Disability Insurance is a payroll tax-funded federal insurance program that was put in place by the United States,  it's managed by the Social Security Administration and the sole purpose is to provide supplemental income to people who are not physically able...
• Dog Bites
  Practice areas. Brad’s clients include those who have been seriously injured in North Carolina car, truck, and motorcycle accidents as well as from slip-and-fall, dangerous products, dog bites, and other causes.
• Slip and Fall Injury

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  With more than a quarter century of experience as a trial attorney, David Allmond has broad legal skills. He helps his Virginia clients with personal injury cases, such as auto accidents, medical malpractice, slip-and-fall injuries and dog bites. He defends clients charged with criminal offenses ranging from misdemeanors to DUI, drug, rape and murder charges. David also handles some family law, trusts and estates, medical license suspension, and guardian cases.
• Trusts