Kassel McVey – Columbia, SC

Experienced Personal Injury and Class Action Litigation

Kassel McVey is a premier litigation firm located in the heart of Columbia, dedicated to representing plaintiffs in complex personal injury and commercial cases. Founded in 2001 by experienced attorneys John D. Kassel and Theile B. McVey, the firm has established a reputation for taking on difficult cases that other firms might decline. Unlike high-volume practices that seek quick settlements, Kassel McVey prepares every case with the rigorous attention to detail required for trial. Their philosophy is rooted in the belief that the civil justice system is the most effective tool for holding powerful corporations and insurance companies accountable for negligence and misconduct.

Specialized Areas of Practice

The firm handles a wide array of sophisticated legal matters, often involving catastrophic injuries or systemic corporate failures:

• Medical Malpractice: Investigating complex cases of surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and birth injuries to seek justice for patients harmed by healthcare professionals.
• Nursing Home Abuse: Fighting for the dignity of the elderly who have suffered neglect or abuse in care facilities.
• Asbestos and Mesothelioma: Representing industrial workers and veterans who have developed cancer due to toxic exposure, a niche area requiring deep historical knowledge of manufacturers.
• Insurance Bad Faith: Holding insurance carriers liable when they unreasonably deny or delay valid claims, ensuring policyholders receive the coverage they paid for.
• Class Actions: leading mass tort litigation against pharmaceutical companies and product manufacturers on behalf of large groups of injured consumers.
• Products Liability: pursuing claims against makers of defective medical devices, dangerous drugs, and unsafe consumer goods.

A Team of Trial Lawyers

The attorneys at Kassel McVey are widely recognized by their peers for their courtroom skills. John Kassel and Theile McVey have both earned the highest possible ratings in the legal community, including AV Preeminent status from Martindale-Hubbell. Their approach is collaborative, meaning clients benefit from the combined experience of the entire team. They are known for their "Client First" approach, ensuring that injured individuals are treated with compassion and respect while their legal team aggressively pursues the maximum possible compensation.

Historic Downtown Location

The firm is headquartered at 1330 Laurel Street, in a beautifully preserved historic building in downtown Columbia. This location places them just blocks away from the South Carolina State House and the Richland County Judicial Center, allowing for efficient management of court appearances and filings. The office environment reflects the firm’s stability and commitment to the community, offering a professional yet welcoming space for client consultations.

Commitment to Justice

Kassel McVey operates on a contingency fee basis, meaning that clients do not pay any attorney fees unless the firm successfully recovers money for them. This model ensures that high-quality legal representation is accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation. If you need to find a lawyer who has the resources and the resolve to fight billion-dollar adversaries, Kassel McVey is the firm to trust.