Steingold and Mendelson - Portsmouth, VA
Steingold and Mendelson is a dedicated workers' compensation law firm in Portsmouth, Virginia, bringing over 60 combined years of experience representing injured shipyard, maritime, and construction workers under state and federal workers' compensation laws.
Over Six Decades of Combined Workers' Compensation Advocacy
Suffering an injury on the job can instantly jeopardize your physical health, financial security, and family's future. Navigating workers' compensation claims requires seasoned attorneys who know how employers and insurance carriers operate. Steingold and Mendelson provides focused legal counsel from its Portsmouth office at 355 Crawford Street, Suite 505. Established in 1998 by veteran trial lawyers Ira M. Steingold and Judd Mendelson, the firm brings more than sixty combined years of courtroom experience to every case. When you need a lawyer who understands the unique hazards across Hampton Roads industrial and waterfront facilities, the firm delivers dedicated legal representation.
Unlike general practice firms that treat injury claims as an afterthought, Steingold and Mendelson concentrates on workplace injuries and related personal injury matters. The attorneys take a hands-on approach to every client's claim, guiding them through administrative hearings and fighting for full statutory benefits.
Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation and Shipyard Injuries
Portsmouth and the surrounding Hampton Roads region host one of the most active maritime and shipbuilding hubs in the country. The federal Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act provides specialized protections and medical coverage for civilian maritime personnel injured on navigable waters or adjoining dry docks, piers, and marine terminals. If you need to hire a workers compensation attorney for a maritime injury, the firm handles:
- Shipyard and dry dock injuries: Representing shipfitters, welders, riggers, and machinists injured by falling equipment, crane failures, or defective machinery.
- Longshore and harbor worker claims: Securing temporary total disability benefits, permanent partial disability awards, and medical coverage under federal LHWCA statutes.
- Defense Base Act claims: Protecting government defense contractors and harbor personnel covered by federal workers' compensation extensions.
Virginia State Workers' Compensation and Construction Accidents
For employees injured outside of maritime jurisdiction, the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission administers benefits for accidental workplace injuries. The firm assists injured workers with filing formal claim petitions, resolving medical treatment disputes, and negotiating substantial lump-sum settlements for warehouse staff, healthcare providers, construction trades, and municipal employees.
Third-Party Personal Injury and Motor Vehicle Collisions
When a negligent third party other than an employer causes a workplace injury, such as a reckless motorist in a commercial collision or an outside subcontractor on a job site, Steingold and Mendelson pursues both workers' compensation and a third-party personal injury lawsuit to maximize financial recovery.
Why Injured Workers Rely on Steingold and Mendelson
Choosing to consult with a workers compensation attorney early prevents costly procedural errors. Workers across Portsmouth choose Steingold and Mendelson for proven reasons:
- Contingency fee representation: You pay nothing out of pocket. Legal fees are collected only if the firm successfully recovers money for your claim.
- Free case evaluations: Injured workers can contact the firm for a comprehensive review of their legal options at no initial cost.
- Direct partner involvement: Cases are managed directly by partners Ira Steingold and Judd Mendelson, never handed off to inexperienced assistants.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located along the Elizabeth River waterfront in historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, a highly walkable area rich in maritime history.
Building Location
The office is located on the 5th floor of the 355 Crawford Building, an 8-story professional office tower constructed in 1966. The building sits adjacent to the scenic North Landing Park and the historic U.S. Lightship 101.
Parking Details
A dedicated on-site surface parking lot is available adjacent to the building, supplemented by public parking options in the surrounding area.
Public Transit
Served by Hampton Roads Transit Route 47 (Portsmouth); nearest stop is at High Street & Crawford Street.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter through the building's main front entrance and take one of the central elevators to the 5th floor. Turn right to locate Suite 505.