Richard N. Shapiro

Richard N. Shapiro: Attorney with Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Silver Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

Richard N. (Rick) Shapiro has practiced Plaintiff’s personal injury law for over three decades in Virginia, North Carolina, and throughout the Southeastern United States.

A relentless personal injury trial attorney, he was named a 2022 Leader in the Law by Virginia Lawyer’s Weekly. American inventor & product designer (18 U.S. patents). Amazon best-selling thriller author. During his three decade plus legal career, Shapiro has won personal injury client appeals before the NC Supreme Court, SC Supreme Court, WV Supreme Court, TN Supreme Court and three times before the federal 4th Circuit Court of Appeals. In addition, he and his law firm have won settlements/verdicts in excess of 100 million dollars. Board Certified in Civil Trials (NBTA). 2019 “Lawyer of the Year” in railroad law (Best Lawyers in America, Norfolk, VA).

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Areas of Practice (8)

  • Personal Injury
  • Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA)
  • Railroad Accidents and Injuries
  • Truck Accidents
  • Products Liability
  • Nursing Home Liability
  • Premises Liability
  • Medical Malpractice

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Maryland, B.A., 1980
Law School Attended:
George Mason University Law School, J.D., with distinction, 1984; George Mason University Law School, J.D., Member of the George Mason University Law Review, 1984
Year of First Admission:
1984
Admission:
1984, Virginia; 1996, District of Columbia; 1996, West Virginia; 1996, North Carolina; 2001, U.S. Supreme Court; U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia; U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia; U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Memberships:
Norfolk-Portsmouth and Virginia Beach Bar Associations; Virginia State Bar; Virginia Trial Lawyers Association; American Association For Justice (Chairman, Railroad Section, 2005-2006); Academy of Rail Labor Attorneys.
Reported Cases:
Muhammad v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co., No. 18-1695 (4th Cir. June 4, 2019); Bray v. Ins. Co. of State of Pa., 917 F2d 130 (4th Cir. 1990); Ratliff v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co, S. Court WV Supreme Court (2009); Payne v. CSX, S. Court TN Supreme Court (2015); Bilenky v. Ryobi, No. 2:2013cv00345 (E.D. Va. 2015)
Certifications:
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocacy Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
ISLN:
903818450
Hobbies & interests:
U.S. Inventor, 17 U.S. Patents, numerous international patents

Payment Information

Contingency Fee
33% - 45%
Other Information
Free initial consultation

Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (15 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.6/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 06/08/10 in Torts

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 06/01/10 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 06/01/10 in Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA)

    Rick is an extremely capable & ethical attorney. I frequently call upon him for advice in FELA issues.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 05/31/10 in Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA)

    I have known Rick for many years. He is an outstanding lawyer with an exceptional knowledge of the law an unsurpassed desire to zealously represent his clients. I recommend him without reservations. Forest Horne

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/24/10 in Personal Injury

    I have worked with Mr. Shapiro on a large number of cases and have seen his commitment to preparation and always being ready for trial. His relationship with the clients is outstanding and he is a fully committed advocate for their cause. I have al... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/24/10 in Railroad Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/24/10 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 05/24/10 in Railroad Accidents and Injuries

    Rick is an excellent attorney who is very knowledgeable in his area of practice.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 05/23/10 in Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA)

    Mr. Shapiro is one of the top FELA lawyers in America.

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/08/10 in Railroad Accidents and Injuries

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (10 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (3 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

Mr. Shapiro treated me professionally and was a tremendous help in resolving my personal injury claim. I received a significant settlement and was able to move forward from the nightmare that involved...

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888-970-5980  Phone

757-460-3428  Fax

www.hsinjurylaw.com

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