
Humphreys and Pangle Join the Firm
The law firm of Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is pleased to announce that Alexandra E. Humphreys and Lucas I. Pangle have joined the firm.
Alexandra E. Humphreys received…

Lauren R. Darden Named YMCA Board President
The News Virginian Article - September 4, 2016
Lauren Darden has always been a big fan of the Waynesboro YMCA, and she has always aimed to do her part. Now even more so.
Darden,…

The Best Lawyers in America Names 9 Attorneys to their Annual List
Nine attorneys with over 300 years of combined experience were named in The Best Lawyers in America 2017 edition.
Selected by their peers, the attorneys were recognized in the…

Humes J. “Tripp” Franklin, III Received a $175,000 Settlement for Client
Personal Injury Case - $175,000 Settlement
Settlement/Verdict: $175,000 Settlement
A 76-year old woman was a passenger in a vehicle that was involved in a collision at…

WAW Named in Virginia Living Magazine’s Best of Virginia Issue
One of Top Three Law Firms Selected in Region
Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC was named one of Virginia Living Magazine’s Best of Virginia for 2016. They were selected…

WAW Sponsors Award at Tech Nite
The 16th Annual Shenandoah Valley Technology Council Tech Nite was held on May 4, 2016.
Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver sponsored the High Tech Award at the 16th annual Shenandoah…

Brostek Recently Attended an OSHA Conference
Derek Brostek, an attorney at WAW, attended the ABA Labor and Employment Law Section's 2016 Midwinter Meeting in Santa Barbara, California from March 8 to March 11. This conference…

C. Frank Hilton & Humes J. “Tripp” Franklin, III Received $500,000 Settlement
Family doctor failed to test slow-growing lump on patient's back
Medical Malpractice Verdict - Family doctor failed to test slow-growing lump on patient's back - $500,000 Settlement
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Humes J. “Tripp” Franklin, III & Thomas E. Ullrich Received a $100,000 Settlement for Client
Premises Liability Case – Slip and Fall on Ice - $100,000 Settlement
The injured was a 32-year old married father who slipped and fell while exiting a restaurant. The gentleman…

C. Frank Hilton & Humes J. “Tripp” Franklin, III Received $4,000,000 Verdict
Despite diagnosis of brain swelling, patient not referred to surgeon
Medical Malpractice Verdict - Despite diagnosis of brain swelling, patient not referred to surgeon -…
Meet Wil Russell: WAW’s Newest Staunton Attorney
/in New AttorneysSTAUNTON, VA – The Virginia law firm of Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is proud to welcome a new Associate at the firm, Charles “Wil” Russell.
The Best Lawyers in America Names 6 Attorneys to their Annual List
/in AccomplishmentsSix attorneys with over 245 years of combined experience were named in The Best Lawyers in America 2026 edition.
WAW Announces the Newest Additions to Our Law Firm
/in New AttorneysThree new associates will be joining the law firm of Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC in September, and we’re pleased to introduce them to our clients and community.
G. William “Bill” Watkins Retires from Practice
/in AccomplishmentsAfter 51 years, G. William “Bill” Watkins has decided to retire from his law practice.
Gindhart Receives the Significant Service Award
/in AccomplishmentsOn Thursday, June 12th, Emily M. Gindhart was presented with the Significant Service Award at the Virginia State Bar’s Annual Meeting.
Watkins Receives the Tradition of Excellence Award
/in AccomplishmentsOn Friday, June 13th, G. William “Bill” Watkins was presented with the Tradition of Excellence Award at the Virginia State Bar’s Annual Meeting.
WAW Welcomes Two Summer Associates
/in In the MediaWAW is excited to welcome Hannah J. Bradley and Samuel J. Finkel to the firm’s summer associate program.
Virginia Super Lawyers Names Two Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC Attorneys to their Annual List
/in AccomplishmentsTwo Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC attorneys have been named Virginia Super Lawyers for 2025.
Gindhart Named President-Elect of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Bar Association
/in AccomplishmentsWharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is pleased to announce that Emily M. Gindhart, Esq. has been named as the next President-Elect of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Bar Association.
$1,500,000 Result in Psychiatric Malpractice/Negligent Hospital Security Case
/in Case ResultsIn December 2023, a 41-year-old woman with a history of well-controlled schizoaffective disorder, anxiety, and depression began to experience a psychiatric decline after running out of her prescription medications.