Insurance Coverage and Defense –
Insurance matters, whether defense or coverage, require strategic thinking and attorneys with the ability to understand the particulars in defending insurance companies while at the same time seamlessly protecting their insured’s. From product liability to automobile accident and premises liability cases, the attorneys of Protogyrou & Rigney have years of experience in successfully defending small and large injury and coverage claims. It is not unheard of that one of our attorneys may be defending a multi-million dollar product case in Circuit Court in Norfolk while another represents a personal lines carrier in General District Court in Hampton on a property damage claim. Our attorneys have taught seminars to lawyers and claims adjusters throughout Virginia and have been responsible for setting legal precedence in matters in the Virginia Supreme Court.
Criminal Defense –
Bottom line: there is no legal proceeding where there is more at risk than a
criminal trial. Personal freedom is at stake. The experience of the attorney
can make all the difference. Andy Protogyrou has represented thousands of
clients and has tried in excess of 125 jury trials. Known for his creativity
and dogged pursuit of his client’s best interests, Mr. Protogyrou is highly
skilled in the art of examining the law and the applying the facts. He has
successfully defended the largest and longest criminal trial in the Eastern
District of Virginia. Further, he successfully defended the largest single
indictment against one individual in the local federal court.
Mr. Protogyrou is always accessible, not only to his clients, but their
families as well. And he understands that a strong rapport between client
and counsel produces the best possible outcome.
Construction Law and Defect -
The safety and integrity of a structure called into question and/or a job site injury are areas where our attorneys have the experience in handling matters from the moment of the accident through trial. Our attorneys possess the knowledge of codes, engineering and design involved in the vast array of cases that can occur in the construction industry. Further, the firm responds immediately to the accident scene and begins the investigation to protect, not only the equipment and/or site from spoliation, but to begin the aggressive defense.
Product Liability –
The firm has represented international and national manufactures of products through their insurance carriers or as self-insured corporations. Our attorneys have both successfully sued and defended motor vehicle and airplane manufacturers.
Personal Injury –
When it comes to personal injury, the best attorneys know both sides of the legal process. Attorney Rob Turner has a long track record of suing and defending automakers and airplane manufacturers. Like all types of law, personal injury requires extensive knowledge, but also courage and the willingness to walk away from an inadequate settlement and seek a jury verdict.
Traffic Law / DUI –
Anyone can find them self in traffic court. Simply put, often it seems that the offense is committed, a fine is paid and/or the individual goes to jail. However, there are ramifications beyond the mere fine and/or loss of liberty. The attorneys of Protogyrou & Rigney have spent twenty-five years developing the knowledge and relationships that are beneficial for its traffic court clients.
Admiralty and Maritime –
Protogyrou & Rigney has over twenty years experience representing injured parties in admiralty cases in the State and Federal Courts. We have successfully handled these matters against foreign corporations and owners keeping jurisdiction in American Courts. We have also defended owners and individual crewmembers accused of environmental crimes by Federal authorities of the United States. The firm has individuals that speak fluent Greek and Spanish and can assist owners, insurers, and crewmembers in a variety of issues.
