Personal Injury Lawyer Serving Charlottesville, Winchester & Harrisonburg

What Is Our Approach to Serving Personal Injury Clients? 

After serving as a Judge Advocate General in the U.S. Marine Corps, David Kendall chose to dedicate his career to representing those harmed by the wrongdoing of others.

For 21 years, he practiced personal injury law in the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia before he set out to establish Kendall Law Firm in 2009.

From the start, David’s goal has been to provide quality legal services with a distinctly personal touch. At Kendall Law firm, we want to be approachable at all times. When you call or drop by our offices, we want you to know: You will meet directly with our attorney.

Additionally, when you work with us, you can be assured that we will:

• Pay close attention to your needs and goals.
• Protect your rights at every stage of your case.
• Pursue full and fair compensation for you.
• Keep you updated throughout your case.

One of our most important goals will be to take some of the stress off you during a difficult time. We will deal with the insurance companies, carefully investigate your case, file your claim and all related paperwork and help you to navigate issues with vehicle damage and medical treatment as your case moves toward a resolution.

We also will represent you on a contingency fee basis. In other words, we will not get paid unless you do.

Where Will You Meet Us?

We want to make your initial consultation as convenient as possible for you. When you contact Kendall Law Firm about your case, you can meet us at one of our office locations in:

• Charlottesville • Staunton
• Harrisonburg • Woodstock
• Winchester

However, we do not want concerns about meeting us to prevent you from seeking legal help. If your condition prevents you from coming to our office, we can meet with you in your home or at the hospital. We can also arrange for a meeting by phone or through the Internet – whatever works best for you.

How Can You Prepare for Your Consultation?

If possible, we suggest that you try to do the following as you prepare for your consultation with Kendall Law Firm:

• Get medical treatment. You should really be thoroughly checked for any injuries you may have sustained in an accident. Doing so is important for your health, and it can have an impact on your legal claim as well.

• Write down what happened to you. While the details are still fresh in your mind, try to jot down what you recall about the incident that harmed you, including where it happened, when it happened, who was involved and how it has affected you.

• Gather your documents. Collect all photos, witness names, insurance policies and letters, medical bills and receipts from other accident-related expenses.

• Get a copy of your accident report. If any official report was filed about your incident such as a police crash report, try to request a copy. If you have any questions or need help, our firm can readily assist you.

Of course, we also urge you to avoid making mistakes that could hurt your ability to pursue full and fair compensation for your damages. We suggest that you:

• Report your injury to your own insurer. Many auto insurance policies, for instance, require you to report your accident regardless of who was at fault.

• Refrain from talking with other insurers. The other party’s insurance company may contact you. You should not give a recorded statement or accept a settlement offer until you have talked with your own lawyer first.

• Do not discuss your case on social media. If you were hurt in an accident, you should avoid talking about it on Facebook, Twitter or other social media sites. Everything you say could ultimately be held against you by an insurance company.

• Do not wait too long to take action. Generally speaking, you have only two years from the date of an accident or death in which to file a legal claim in Virginia. You need to keep the statute of limitations in mind as you decide what to do next.

However, if you cannot take the steps we suggested above, or if you are concerned that you may have made one of the mistakes we have warned against, you should still feel free to contact us about your case. The bottom line: We are here to help you.

Connect with Our Harrisonburg Personal Injury Attorney Today

You can have confidence that your personal injury or wrongful death case will be in good hands when you work with Kendall Law Firm. Get started today. Call or reach us online and allow us to provide you with a free case review.

Community Involvement

International Festival

Kendall Law Firm is a proud sponsor of the International Festival. The International Festival strives to celebrate the diversity of Harrisonburg and the surrounding communities by providing a friendly forum in which cultural groups can showcase their cultural and linguistic values as a means to educate the larger community and to support awareness for their presence and contribution.

Salvation Army

Kendall Law Firm is proud to sponsor the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Albemarle County Fair

Kendall Law Firm is a proud sponsor of the Albemarle County Fair. The Albemarle County Fair, Inc., a nonprofit, regionally-based corporation, has as its primary mission to annually sponsor the Albemarle County Fair. This Fair is primarily focused on serving the Charlottesville-Albemarle area by promoting the involvement of the area’s public and visitors in its programming. The programs strive to provide wholesome entertainment and activities that emphasize the deep human, natural, and agricultural resources of Central Virginia. See their event website for more information.

Location: James Monroe’s Highland 2050 James Monroe Parkway Charlottesville, VA 22902

Date:  July 30 through August 1.  Admission is $5, children under 6 free.

Time: Hours of operation will be Thursday, July 30 from 4 pm until 9 pm; Friday, July 31 from 10 am until 9 pm; Saturday, August 1 from 10 am until 9 pm.

2020 Pound the Peak

Kendall Law Firm is proud to sponsor the 2020 Pound the Peak Challenge. VA Momentum is a social enterprise created by two buddies who share a bond over energizing the community for good. It’s most important to them that people of all skill levels and backgrounds feel welcome at their events and that they create a sense of community around being active. See their event website for more information.

Location: Massanutten, Virginia

Date: Originally in May but scheduled to October 24, 2020 due to COVID 19

Time: Dependent on Challenge of Choice

Virginia Wine and Craft Festival

Kendall Law Firm is proud to sponsor the 34th Annual Virginia Wine and Craft Festival! Located in historic Downtown Front Royal, this event will have something for everyone: live music, tastings from 20 Virginia wineries, hand-painted wine glasses and other crafts, original artwork, antiques, and much more. Local vendors will be serving up crab sandwiches, hot dogs, funnel cakes, and other options throughout the day. Support local Virginia farmers and artisans by visiting the festival this year! See their event website for more information.

Location: Historic downtown Front Royal, Virginia

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2020

Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Girls on the Run Piedmont

Kendall Law Firm has partnered with Girls on the Run Piedmont to promote activity and confidence among adolescent girls. Founded in 2013, the organization strives to empower young women to activate their potential and boldly follow their dreams. The annual 5K is untimed. Not a race, it is a celebration of all that the participants have accomplished over the 10-week program. To learn more about the 5K, the organization, or to get involved, visit their website.

Location: Eastern View High School Football Stadium

Date: November 15, 2020

Time: 2:00 PM (check-in closes 1:45)

Rocktown Turkey Trot

We are excited to support the 2020 Rocktown Turkey Trot in Harrisonburg, Virginia. This event, which features a Kids’ Dash, and a turkey pardoning, is the perfect mix of fun and fitness. Most importantly, they are collecting canned foods and non-perishables for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank from all event participants. How do you contribute?

• Each participant is asked to bring one canned good or non-perishable to packet pickup (Wednesday, November 25th from 12pm-7pm). More than one is welcomed and encouraged.
• VA Momentum will consolidate all of the items and bring them to the food bank on Thanksgiving.

Location: Downtown Harrisonburg (start and finish on South Main Street)

Date: Thursday, November 26, 2020 (Thanksgiving)

Time: 8:00 AM

FairField Center

Kendall Law Firm is proud to support FairField Center, whose professional and compassionate mediation and training programs provide the necessary tools for cooperation, conflict resolution, and the construction of better communities. FairField Center was founded in 1982 as the first mediation center in Virginia. A registered 501(c)3 organization, FairField Center demonstrates that when we improve our listening, understanding, and communication abilities, everyone benefits.

The Center works with a sliding-scale and pro bono fee structure, and anyone is eligible for services and training. Their main service area is the central Shenandoah Valley in western Virginia. Visit their website for more information.