Family wins $3.5M Med-Mal Verdict in Augusta
A jury in Augusta County recently handed down a $3.5 million verdict in a medical malpractice suit involving the family of a woman who suffered a fatal stroke that went misdiagnosed.
Family…
The Best Lawyers in America Names 8 Attorneys to their Annual List for 2019
Eight attorneys with over 300 years of combined experience were named in The Best Lawyers in America 2019 edition.
Selected by their peers, the attorneys were recognized in…
Woman Leaves $4.3M Gift
Money Split Between Four Local Nonprofits - By Vic Bradshaw - Daily News-Record
Four local nonprofits received nearly $4.3 million on Friday from the trust of a Wisconsin native…
Virginia Super Lawyers 2018
Five Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC attorneys have been named Virginia Super Lawyer/Rising Stars for 2018. Four attorneys were named Super Lawyers, which is an annual publication…
Incumbent Protection Act Struck Down by Federal District Court
Wharton, Aldhizer & Weaver, PLC, is pleased to announce that the Federal District Court for the Western District of Virginia struck down Section 24.2-509(B) of the Code of…
Derek J. Brostek Elected Partner
Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC proudly announces the election to partnership of Derek J. Brostek as of January 1, 2018.
Derek J. Brostek brings the perspective and discipline…
2017 Legal Elite Attorneys
Virginia Business Magazine’s 2017 Legal Elite names 16 WAW attorneys to their annual list.
Virginia Business Magazine has named 16 WAW attorneys to their Legal Elite list…
Lucas I. Pangle Honored for Pro Bono Work
Pangle was one of three local attorneys recognized for his extraordinary pro bono work done on behalf of Blue Ridge Legal Services.
Lucas I. Pangle was one of three local attorneys…
Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC ranked in 2018 “Best Law Firms”
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, for the eighth consecutive year, announce the "Best Law Firms" rankings.
Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC has been ranked in…
Briana A. Stevens Joins the Firm
The law firm of Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC is pleased to announce that Briana A. Stevens has joined the firm.
Briana A. Stevens received her J.D. from West Virginia University…
Estate Planning Seminar
/in Community InvolvementFran Gomez and Mary Schratwieser recently led a discussion on practical estate planning ideas at a seminar.
The Best Lawyers in America Names 6 Attorneys to their Annual List
/in AccomplishmentsSix attorneys with over 240 years of combined experience were named in The Best Lawyers in America 2025 edition.
Stevens & Franklin Recognized for Accomplishments
/in AccomplishmentsBrie Stevens and Tripp Franklin were recently recognized for their accomplishments at the Augusta Bar Association meeting.
Estate Planning Seminar
/in Community InvolvementFran Gomez and Nick Dudley recently led a discussion on practical estate planning ideas at a seminar.
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 2024.
Donald E. Showalter Retires From Practice
/in AccomplishmentsAfter nearly 59 years, Donald E. Showalter has decided to retire from his law practice.
I Got In A Car Accident. Should I Hire A Personal Injury Attorney?
/in BlogAfter a car accident, it can be overwhelming to figure out what to do next. A big decision you face is whether to hire a personal injury attorney or not. Here are a few advantages to hiring a lawyer when faced with an unexpected car accident.
How To Choose A Car Accident Lawyer
/in BlogFinding the best car accident lawyer can be daunting. There are so many law firms to choose from, and they’re all in commercials and on billboards. So how do you choose the right one? Follow these steps to get started.
How Can A Personal Injury Lawyer Help You After A Car Accident?
/in BlogCar accidents leave you vulnerable physically, emotionally, and financially. Learn five ways a WAW personal injury lawyer can help you if you’ve been injured in an accident.
$400,000 RECOVERY IN NEGLIGENT PRESCRIBING / DRUG REACTION CASE
/in Case ResultsIn September 2019, the Plaintiff, a 67-year-old retired farmer, was seen by the defendant gastroenterologist for evaluation of his then-asymptomatic Crohn’s colitis. The Plaintiff had a historical allergy to sulfa drugs based on a childhood reaction to a sulfanomide antibiotic, which was noted in his medical records. The defendant gastroenterologist made the decision to prescribe […]