Fairfax Personal Injury Lawyer

An Experienced Attorney Ready to Fight for You

Personal Injury

Criminal Offenses

Reckless Driving and DWI

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Actual case results are better than anonymous testimonials. We are giving you access to actual case results and depositions from the last fifteen years. See for yourself how the Leiva Law Firm can help your case.

Auto accident resulting in traumatic brain injury

$4 million dollar settlement

Auto accident rear-end collision resulting in injury to shoulder

$300,000 settlement

Aggravated Murder

Not Guilty in less than an hour

RICO Murder in Federal Court

dismissed

1st Degree Murder

amended to Manslaughter

Rape

Not Guilty

Possession of Marijuana

Not guilty

Assault & Battery

Not guilty

Aggravated Sexual Battery

Not guilty

Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance

Not guilty

DWI 1st Offense

Not guilty

Misc. Offenses

nolle prosequi/dismissed

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what our clients say about us

I cannot express enough gratitude for the outstanding work Manuel Leiva did in defending me in a protective order case that was unjustly filed by my wife. From the very first consultation, Manuel demonstrated exceptional professionalism, deep expertise, and genuine care for my situation.

Thomas Hawkins

We hired Mr. Leiva to represent my relative who was charged with 1st Degree Murder along with 3 other co-defendants. My relative shot the fatal shots. All the defendants faced 20 years to life. Our family initially hired another law firm and we paid them several hundred thousand dollars.

Bilal Bahjats

I cannot recommend Manuel Leiva highly enough! From the very first consultation, it was clear that they genuinely cared about my case and my future. Their expertise, professionalism, and dedication gave me complete confidence during one of the most stressful times in my life.

Jenna Epplin

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Accused Honduran drug cartel matriarch appears in U.S. court

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In one hour, Arlington jury acquits man accused of murder-for-hire

James Christopher Johnson was accused of murder-for-hire in 1998 death of Andrea Cincotta, but a jury didn’t buy it

Her fiance said he found her body 23 years ago. Now police say he hired another man to kill her

The fiance of Andrea Cincotta is accused of hiring a man to slay her in an Arlington apartment...

Sex Charge Against Spielberg Dismissed

The last remaining charge against Jonathan Taylor Spielberg, the 27-year-old who masqueraded as a high school freshman, was dismissed by...

MS-13 glorifies violence above all else

Gerson Adoni Martinez Aguilar was in trouble with fellow members of his gang, MS-13. He owed them $600 from drug...

WE OFFER EXPERIENCED PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION IN FAIRFAX AND NORTHERN VIRGINIA

Manuel Leiva is an experienced personal injury attorney representing clients throughout Northern Virginia in a number of specific practice areas.

A Fairfax personal injury attorney focused on providing excellent legal representation to clients in need of an experienced and effective attorney.

We offer our clients easy access to our firm and provide them with frank discussions regarding their legal rights and options. As a client-centered practice, we value individual attention and develop strong relationships with each of our clients to provide them with the best legal representation.

Our approach works

We have a reputation for superior results where other lawyers fall short. To achieve these results, we limit our practice to personal injury law and criminal defense, two areas that require keen attention to detail and significant trial experience to successfully achieve the results our clients expect.

We represent individuals under criminal investigation, during trial, seeking or defending against a protective order, and individuals injured as a result of someone else’s negligence.

Manuel E. Leiva

Attorney

Manuel Leiva was born in Washington, D.C., and raised in Northern Virginia. He attended American University, where he received a dual degree in International Relations and Political Science. Mr. Leiva then attended American University’s Washington College of Law, where he graduated in 1998.

While at the Washington College of Law, Mr. Leiva represented his law school at several national trial competitions. He also served as President of the Hispanic Law Student Association. Mr. Leiva clerked for the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division, Criminal Section, where he assisted federal prosecutors in the prosecution of hate crimes.

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How Do You Choose The Right Personal Injury Lawyer To Represent You?

Personal injury cases need to be pursued with urgency in order to be litigated successfully. If you or a loved one has been injured due to negligence, an intentional act, or the recklessness of another individual in Fairfax or northern Virginia, make sure that you seek representation from a dedicated personal injury lawyer, such as Manuel Leiva. Manuel is extremely well-versed in the claims process, damage caps, defenses to liability, and all other legal factors that will become indispensable to the success of your personal injury case.

Recoverable Damages in a Personal Injury Case

In a personal injury case, including motor vehicle accident cases of all types, you are entitled to recover general damages for the following:

Pain and suffering
Emotional Distress
Disability
Permanent disfigurement
Scarring
Loss of opportunity to enjoy life
Wrongful death

You are also entitled to recover special damages including past, present, and future medical bills, wage loss, loss of earning potential, and other out-of-pocket expenses. Once your medical condition has stabilized, Manuel Leiva will be able to make an assessment of the compensation you are entitled to and should pursue.

What is the statute of limitations on personal injury cases?

The statute of limitations for personal injury cases in Virginia is 2 years from the date of your accident. This means that if you do not file your lawsuit within that timeframe, you lose your opportunity to recover damages from the person/s who have caused you or your loved one harm.

A Fairfax personal injury attorney at The Leiva Law Firm is ready to help you pursue these damages aggressively, to help you lead a healthy life free from unwarranted debt and suffering.

Contact a Fairfax Personal Injury Lawyer Who Handles All Types Of Personal Injury Cases Including:

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The Leiva Law Firm

Chain Bridge Rd,
Suite 3955
Fairfax, VA 22030, United States

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