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We are proud to be one of Virginia's oldest and most experienced personal injury law firms. We limit our practice to personal injury cases because the complexity of personal injury law today requires specialized expertise to successfully advocate for victims of negligence against multi-billion dollar insurance companies.
With decades of personal injury specialization, Burnett & Williams has achieved notable verdicts, settlements, and appellate results in cases arising from motor vehicle accidents, wrongful deaths, medical malpractice, tractor trailer accidents, traumatic brain injuries, defective products, serious orthopedic injuries, and other significant injuries. Specialization and personal attention to each client have been the keys to our success in obtaining full compensation for our clients.
B&W attorneys are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum Jim Williams and Peter Burnett are both members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the U.S. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members. Visit the Million Dollar Advocates Forum [...]
Field of Dreams update – Chesterfield County The Planning commission approved the change in use of the Watkins Annex from elementary school to public park. The county has already issued the RFPs for the contractor and once that firm is selected, a ground breaking ceremony can be scheduled. Official names [...]
House Bill 93 passes into Law in Virginia Authored by Jim Williams.
We at Burnett & Williams were delighted to learn that House Bill 93 was passed into law. Passage of this bill is particularly gratifying for our law firm, because not only does it advance the interests of many of our clients, but it has also been the object of a spirited Burnett [...]
Peter Burnett awarded Outstanding Volunteer of the Year The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors recognized the recipients of the Volunteer Loudoun 2010 Outstanding Volunteer Awards. The awards honor citizens and organizations throughout the county who donate time and service to their community. Peter was nominated by the board of Loudoun Cares for his tremendous contributions toward the acquisition of the new building. Visit [...]
VA criticized for lax highway safety laws, yet fatalities continue to decline Authored by Donald S. Culkin.
According to an advocacy group known as the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, Virginia is among the nine worst states for highway safety laws. Even so, Virginia continues to see fewer and fewer traffic fatalities. The Virginia Highway Safety Office (VAHSO) reports that Virginia had 821 traffic fatalities in 2008, [...]
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Restored Burnett home wins Design Award Peter accepted the 2010 Signatures of Loudoun Design Excellence Award and wishes to thank every one involved with the restoration of his family home. A Washington Post article by Nancy McKeon quotes Peter emphasizing the fact that “Many, many of my clients have lost so much more. This loss was not a tragedy, only a [...]
Driving While Texting (DWT) epidemic among teens Authored by Jonathan B. Slater.
The dangers associated with texting while driving have been well documented over the last several years. Despite state legislation and widespread media attention, too many Virginians remain unyielding to the dangers it presents; not surprisingly, young drivers are increasingly among the offenders.
A recent study by the Pew Internet & American Life [...]
Peter Burnett on Medical Malpractice In this video, Peter Burnett discusses Medical Malpractice, the extra level of work involved in preparing and presenting a medical malpractice case, the system of checks and balances put in place to discourage malpractice, and the effects of malpractice on the cost of health insurance.
Burnett & Williams Client Referrals In this video, Rhonda Paice from The Law Offices of Ritenour Paice & Mougin-Boal talks about why she refers personal injury clients to Burnett & Williams.
Peter Burnett on Automotive Insurance In this video, Peter Burnett discusses Automotive Insurance, including the importance of Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage.
