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Bitten by someone else’s dog in Virginia?
The Law Offices of Richard J. Serpe, P.C. are Virginia personal injury attorneys who have extensive experience in handling Virginia dog bite cases.
Whether you were attacked in Hampton Roads, Richmond, Northern Virginia, or elsewhere in the Commonwealth, we are here to help.
We help children, adults, delivery drivers, mail carriers, delivery drivers, families suffering from a wrongful death and many others.
No fee unless we win
40+ years representing the injured
Recognized by Best Lawyers®
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Our Dog Bite settlements
See more settlements →Richmond, VA
$425,000
Child attacked by family member’s pit bull; severe facial injuries and scarring.
Ashburn, VA
$278,000
Unprovoked attack by Pit Bull mix; facial injuries requiring surgery.
Newport News, VA
$175,000
Attacked by Cane Corso at a friend’s home; injuries to face and arm.
Every case is unique. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Meet Our attorneys
Richard J. Serpe
Personal Injury Lawyer
- 40+ years of personal injury experience
- Best Lawyers®, 2005 – present
- Martindale-Hubbell AV-Preeminent · Super Lawyers · Avvo – Superb
Ashley E. Strandjord
Personal Injury Lawyer
- Extensive experience handling dog attack cases
- Known for her thorough case development
- Personalized attention and responsive communication
Why our dog bite team
Extensive experience and knowledge of Virginia dog bite laws.
Statewide representation: From Hampton Roads to Northern Virginia.
We handle the insurance companies while you focus on healing.
No legal fees unless we settle or win your case.
Virginia dog bite news
Read the blog →October 29, 2026
Virginia Beach Dog Attack Injures Five, Including a ChildOctober 6, 2026
Bitten on an Evening Walk: Your Rights After a Dog AttackSeptember 1, 2026
4 Pit Bulls Get Loose, Two Injured in Norfolk