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Compassionate Disability and Injury Representation
The Disability Law Center of David L. Horne, PLLC is a pillar of support for the disabled and injured in Virginia Beach and throughout Hampton Roads. Led by David L. Horne, an attorney with over 35 years of experience, the firm is dedicated to helping individuals secure the benefits they desperately need. Since beginning his practice in 1975, Mr. Horne has focused on the intersection of medicine and law, giving him a unique advantage in proving the severity of his clients’ conditions. The firm understands that dealing with a disability is physically and emotionally draining, and they strive to take the legal burden off their clients’ shoulders.
Areas of Legal Focus
The firm specializes in navigating the complex systems of government and insurance benefits. Their primary practice areas include:
- Social Security Disability (SSDI) and SSI: Guiding claimants through the initial application and appeals process to win monthly benefits and back pay.
- Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Disability: assisting state and local government employees in obtaining disability retirement benefits when they can no longer work.
- Personal Injury: Representing victims of auto accidents and other negligence to recover damages for their suffering and medical costs.
- Workers’ Compensation: Helping injured employees, including longshoremen, navigate state and federal workers’ comp claims.
- Long Term Disability (LTD): Fighting insurance companies who wrongfully deny claims under private disability policies.
Medical-Legal Expertise
What sets David L. Horne apart is his deep experience with the medical aspects of legal claims. He works closely with physicians to ensure that the medical evidence presented is compelling and meets the strict legal standards required for approval. Whether it is a complex spinal injury or a chronic illness, the firm knows how to translate medical records into a winning legal argument. This expertise is crucial for maximizing compensation, especially when a client is eligible for multiple types of benefits simultaneously, such as Workers’ Compensation and Social Security Disability.
Oceanfront Office Location
The firm’s office is conveniently located at 317 30th Street, just a few blocks from the Atlantic Ocean in the Oceanfront district of Virginia Beach. This location places them near the pulse of the city while remaining accessible to residents from all over the region. The office environment is professional yet welcoming, designed to make clients feel comfortable discussing their personal health and financial struggles.
A Legacy of Service
David L. Horne has been a member of the Virginia State Bar since 1975 and has built a reputation for integrity and persistence. If you have been denied benefits or are struggling to file a claim, you need to find a lawyer who understands the system inside and out. The Disability Law Center offers the seasoned guidance necessary to cut through the red tape and secure the financial future you deserve.
Specializing In
Social Security Disability, VRS Disability, Longshore Workers Compensation
Address & Location
Located in the heart of the vibrant Virginia Beach Oceanfront area, just a block and a half from the beach, boardwalk, and the active Pacific Avenue corridor.
Building Location
The law office is situated in a charming, two-story professional office building (originally constructed as a classic coastal residence in 1947). The property is easily spotted just off Pacific Avenue, near popular local dining spots such as The Atlantic on Pacific, Sorellas: An Italian Eatery, and Starbucks.
Suite Access
Enter through the building’s main front porch entrance directly from 30th Street. The law office is located on the ground floor, offering easy and welcoming access.
Parking Details
A private surface parking lot is available directly behind the building for clients, with additional metered street parking and public lots nearby.
Public Transit
Served by Hampton Roads Transit Route 33 (Northbound); nearest stop is at Pacific Avenue and 30th Street.
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