Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Advocates for Complex Cases
For nearly five decades, our firm has stood as a pillar of legal excellence in the Washington D.C. metro region. Founded in 1975, we have built a legacy of courtroom success through relentless preparation, legal acumen, and a commitment to personalized advocacy. Our attorneys bring over 150 years of combined experience to complex cases, spanning medical malpractice, personal injury, business litigation, and more. We distinguish ourselves by preparing every case for trial while remaining open to favorable settlements, ensuring clients receive strategic representation tailored to their unique needs.With a deep understanding of both plaintiff and defense perspectives, we have earned a reputation as the firm other lawyers refer their toughest cases to. Our ethos centers on service and empathy, treating every client as a valued partner throughout their legal journey. Based in Riverdale Park, we serve clients across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C., combining local knowledge with national trial experience.
Services
Medical Malpractice
Auto Accidents
Truck Accidents
Personal Injury
Dog Bite Injury
Brain Injury Litigation
Creditors Rights
Real Estate Transactions
Construction Accidents
Birth Injury Lawyer
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of experience handling complex legal cases across multiple jurisdictions.
- Our attorneys bring over 150 years of combined legal expertise to every case.
- We prepare every case for trial while remaining open to favorable settlements.
- Our team includes former defense attorneys with unique insights into opposing strategies.
- We maintain a proven track record of multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements.
What people say
Exceptional representation
Attentive to details
Tenacious and caring
Fair and handsome compensation
Dedication and thoroughness
Services
Medical Malpractice
Our medical malpractice attorneys advocate for victims of healthcare provider errors. We handle cases involving misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, and birth injuries. With decades of experience, we understand the emotional and financial toll of medical negligence. Our team investigates complex cases, consults medical experts, and pursues maximum compensation for ongoing care and lost wages.
Auto Accidents
We represent victims of motor vehicle collisions caused by negligent drivers. Our attorneys handle claims involving drunk driving, distracted driving, and defective vehicles. We work with accident reconstruction specialists to establish liability and pursue compensation for medical expenses, property damage, and emotional trauma. Our goal is to protect clients from insurance company tactics.
Truck Accidents
Our truck accident specialists handle cases involving semi-trucks, delivery vehicles, and municipal transport. We investigate federal regulation violations, driver fatigue, and maintenance failures. With experience against major trucking companies, we pursue compensation for catastrophic injuries, lost income, and long-term rehabilitation needs while navigating complex insurance policies.
Personal Injury
We handle diverse personal injury cases including brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and wrongful death. Our attorneys manage claims from premises liability to construction accidents. We document physical, emotional, and financial damages while negotiating with insurers to secure fair settlements that cover future medical needs and lifestyle adjustments.
Dog Bite Injury
Our dog bite specialists handle cases involving severe injuries and permanent scarring. We establish liability under Maryland's strict liability laws when dogs are unrestrained. We pursue compensation for medical treatment, cosmetic procedures, and emotional distress while proving owners' failure to control dangerous animals.
People
Joseph B. Chazen
Attorney
Experienced legal professional with decades of practice in complex litigation and trial advocacy.
Paul A. Turkheimer
Attorney
Recognized for exceptional client representation in personal injury and medical malpractice cases.
David J. Martin
Attorney
Skilled trial lawyer with a proven track record in high-stakes personal injury litigation.
Nomiki M. Pastrikos
Attorney
Dedicated advocate with extensive experience in medical malpractice and elder care litigation.
Gina Marie Smith
Attorney
Committed to client advocacy in business litigation and complex legal disputes.
Questions
What qualifies as a breach of the standard of care in Maryland medical malpractice claims?
Failure to meet accepted medical protocols, misinterpreting test results, or neglecting patient history constitutes a breach.
Can I file a medical malpractice claim if my doctor failed to diagnose cancer?
Yes, if the failure to diagnose deviated from standard medical practices and caused harm.
