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Barney Injury Law
Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23451
Senior Attorney Call Scott R. Barney in Virginia Beach, VA today for a free consultation about your civil case. CALL SCOTT NOW (757) 965-7200
Scott R. Barney, Esq., born and raised in Virginia, is a third generation VA attorney. He is a sole practitioner and has been practicing law in the Virginia Beach area for more than a decade.
Scott R. Barney obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business from the University of Maryland in 2002 and went on to Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 2005.
Scott R. Barney, Esq. has worked with law firms throughout Virginia Beach, VA and has a vast knowledge of the laws of the state for a variety of practice areas.
With a primary focus on personal injury, DUI defense, cases and general civil litigation, Scott R. Barney, Esq. is proud to offer his legal services as a sole practitioner where he can give personalized attention to each client, with more responsive service to best meet your needs.
As a member of the Virginia State Bar, the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, and the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Scott R. Barney, Esq. has the credentials and experience needed to represent you in Virginia Beach, VA.
When Scott isn’t practicing law, he enjoys playing golf, hunting, fly fishing, and watching the Washington Redskins!
Have a question or want to find out if you have a case? Give Scott R. Barney, Esq. a call to schedule your initial consultation with an experienced attorney that you can relate to!
Sadly, drunk driving is common in Virginia. According to the Centers for Disease Control, over 250 people die each year from drunk driving collisions. Thousands more suffer an injury when an impaired driver slams into their vehicle or strikes them while walking. Alarmingly, around 1.4% of people freely admit that they drive after having too much to drink—and the true number is probably even higher.Drunk driving is not only a crime in Virginia, but it is a civil wrong called a “tort.”...
Posted by Scott Barney on 12/04/2020
COVID-19 (coronavirus) is affecting nearly every community in the country. As of April 15th, 2020, the Virginia Department of Health reports that there have been 258 cases confirmed in Virginia Beach, 105 cases confirmed in Norfolk, 97 cases confirmed in Newport News, and 77 cases confirmed in Hampton. Unfortunately, these numbers are expected to rise in the coming weeks. While all communities must be prepared for the virus, not all people are equally susceptible. Older adults...
Posted by Scott Barney on 07/27/2020
All head injuries should be taken seriously. Even a relatively “modest” brain injury could require extensive, long-term medical treatment. According to data published by the Brain Trauma Foundation, nearly 2.5 million Americans suffer brain injury each year. Of that number, hundreds of thousands need long-term treatment and approximately 80,000 suffer permanent impairments. If you or your loved one suffered a TBI, you need financial compensation to pay for medical care and support...
Posted by Scott Barney on 04/20/2020
Unfortunately, large commercial trucks pose a public safety issue in our region. When they are not operated safely, very serious accidents happen. According to data published by the Virginia Highway Safety Office (VHSO), approximately 1,000 people were injured in trucking accidents in 2017 alone. Truck companies and their insurers must be held accountable after they cause a crash. Every successful truck accident injury claim is based on a strong foundation of supporting evidence. Following...
Posted by Scott Barney on 03/23/2020
Whether you got hurt in a car accident in Virginia Beach or elsewhere in the state, you should be thinking about filing a claim for compensation as soon as possible. However, the process for seeking compensation after a Virginia car crash can be confusing. Many Virginians know that it may be possible to file an auto insurance claim, but at the same time, many people have also heard about seeking compensation by filing a car accident lawsuit. As a result, people often ask: Should I file...
Posted by Scott Barney on 02/26/2020
