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Premises Liability – Severe injuries require ongoing care after incident
$8.25 million settlement
Virginia Lawyers Weekly//March 30, 2026//
Mediator: Scott Kurlander
Date resolved: Jan. 30, 2026
Amount: $8.25 million
Attorneys for plaintiff: Ryan E. Wind and Kevin T. Hadden, Richmond, Wind Injury Law; Les S. Bowers and Ashley Davis, Charlottesville, MichieHamlett
Case description: This case involved a highly contested premises liability claim. The subject incident resulted in severe injuries that will require ongoing care for the injured victim. Due to the unique nature of the claim, all other facts are confidential.
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