# Who handles car accident claims in Roanoke? Title: Car Accident Lawyers in Roanoke: Firms & How to Choose URL: https://roanokecrashhelp.com/accident-lawyers/ Last reviewed: October 13, 2026 Site: Roanoke Crash Help > These Roanoke and Salem firms handle car accident claims. Our picks come first, followed by other local firms in alphabetical order. Ask each firm how fees and costs work before you agree to anything. Choosing a lawyer is a big decision. You can take your time, ask questions and compare. This page lists local firms and a few simple things to ask. ## Which firms do we suggest first? These are Roanoke-area firms we selected for you to consider. They are not rankings, and they are not promises about results. The first listing is Fishwick & Associates PLC, a Roanoke firm. Firms that handle these cases, chosen by our editors. These are not rankings, and they are not promises about results. - Fishwick & Associates PLC (Car accident, Truck accident, Motorcycle accident, Bicycle accident, Brain injury, Personal injury, Uninsured motorist accidents): 30 Franklin Rd SW Ste 700, Roanoke, VA 24011 · (540) 345-5890 - Marks & Harrison (Car accidents, Commercial truck accidents, Uber, Lyft, and ridesharing accidents, Motorcycle accidents, Bicycle accidents, Pedestrian accidents, Wrongful death): 34 Campbell Ave SW, STE 130, Roanoke, VA 24011 · (540) 258-4215 - Williams DeLoatche, P.C. (Personal Injury, Car Accident Attorneys, Truck Accidents, Pedestrian-Car Accident Lawyer, Motorcycle Accidents, Bike Accident, Wrongful Death): 3042 Brambleton Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015 · (540) 385-5555 ## When does it help to talk to a lawyer? You might want to talk to one if: - you were seriously hurt, or a family member died - fault is being disputed - a city, county, town or the state may be involved, which brings short written notice windows - an insurer is asking for a recorded statement or a signed release - the other driver had no insurance, or too little - you are close to a deadline. Check yours with the [deadline checker](https://roanokecrashhelp.com/claim-deadline-checker/) ## How do injury lawyers charge? Many injury firms use a contingency fee, which means they are paid from what is recovered. Fishwick & Associates PLC describes its terms this way: for personal injury cases, the firm works on a contingency basis, with no attorney fee unless it recovers compensation on your behalf. It also says the initial consultation is free. Whatever firm you choose, ask: - What percentage will you charge? - What costs do I owe, and when? - Are costs taken out before or after the fee? - Will I get the agreement in writing? ## Which other Roanoke-area firms handle crash claims? These firms are listed in alphabetical order. Each entry shows the same fields. The details come from each firm's own website. Check any detail with the firm before relying on it. - Altizer Law, P.C. (Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice): 324 Washington Avenue Southwest Ste A, Roanoke, VA 24016 · (540) 345-2000 - Gentry Locke Attorneys (Trucking, motor vehicle, and water craft accidents): 10 Franklin Road S.E., Suite 900, Roanoke, VA 24011 · (540) 983-9300 - Law Offices of Easter P. Moses (Car accidents, Truck accidents, Personal injury, Motorcycle accidents, Slip and fall, Dog and animal bites, Workers' compensation): 120 Church Ave SW Suite 200, Roanoke, VA 24011 · (540) 345-6700 - Loeschen Law Firm, PLLC (Car Accidents, Truck & Motorcycle, Slip & Fall, Wrongful Death): 30 East Clay St. #210, Salem, VA 24153 · (877) 645-0683 - MichieHamlett PLLC (Bicycle accident, Boat accident, Bus accident, Car accident, Catastrophic injury, Medical malpractice, Motorcycle accident, Nursing home abuse, Pedestrian accident, Premises liability, Product liability, Slip and fall, Truck accident, Wrongful death, Workers' compensation): 110 Franklin Rd SE, Suite 410, Roanoke, VA 24011 · (434) 951-7200 - Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys (Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Brain Injury, Dog Bites, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Slip and Falls, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death): 4533 Brambleton Ave Suite 16, Roanoke, VA 24018 · (800) 899-5442 - Skolrood Law Firm (Car Injury, Trucking Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Brain Injury, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death): 2965 Colonnade Dr W #225, Roanoke, VA 24018 · (800) 477-5480 ## What should you ask before you choose? - [ ] Is the lawyer licensed in Virginia? Check the [Virginia State Bar](https://www.vsb.org/). - [ ] Who will actually handle my case? - [ ] Have you handled a case like mine? What does your office handle? - [ ] How will you keep me updated, and how often? - [ ] How do you charge, and what are the costs? - [ ] What deadlines apply to my case? See [how long a claim takes](https://roanokecrashhelp.com/injury-claim-timeline/). - [ ] Which Virginia fault rules might matter? See [contributory negligence](https://roanokecrashhelp.com/contributory-negligence-virginia/). You can talk to more than one firm. A first conversation is a good time to ask all of this. ## Common questions ### Do I need a lawyer after a car accident? Not in every case. A lawyer can help if you are seriously hurt, fault is disputed, a government body is involved, or an insurer is pressing you. A short first conversation can help you decide. Ask each firm how it charges before you commit. ### What is a contingency fee? A contingency fee means the lawyer is paid only if the case recovers money, usually as a share of the recovery. Ask each firm what percentage it charges, what costs you owe, and whether costs are taken before or after the fee. Get the agreement in writing and read it before you sign. ### What should I bring to a first meeting? Bring what you have: the crash report or report number, photos, your insurance information and the other driver's, medical records and bills, letters from insurers, and your notes. If you do not have everything yet, go anyway. Write your questions down beforehand so you do not forget them. ### How do I check a lawyer's license? The Virginia State Bar lets you look up whether a lawyer is licensed in Virginia. Search the lawyer's name on the bar's website at vsb.org before you hire. It is a simple, free check. You can also ask the firm which attorney would handle your case. ## Sources - [Virginia State Bar, attorney lookup](https://www.vsb.org/) - [Code of Virginia § 8.01-243, injury and property limits](https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title8.01/chapter4/section8.01-243/)