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Seth Raven Carroll
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Biography
Seth Carroll focuses his practice on representing clients and their families who have suffered catastrophic on-the-job injuries, other serious injuries, or death. He also represents those who have been discriminated against or deprived of their constitutional rights. Seth has tried to verdict or settled numerous personal injury, discrimination, and workers’ compensation cases. He has successfully represented his clients against companies of all sizes, including large multinational corporations.
In addition to handling a large number of catastrophic cases, he has administrative experience in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Labor, and the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission. Seth has litigated cases at all levels of Virginia state court and has litigation experience in federal court in both the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia. Additionally, Seth has experience in appellate work at both the Virginia Court of Appeals and the Virginia Supreme Court.
Seth is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which is one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States and whose membership is limited to attorneys who have won million dollar verdicts and settlements. He also is an active member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and has lectured at legal conferences on topics ranging from employment discrimination to workers’ compensation.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 6 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 18 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Commonwealth Law Group
1506 Staples Mill., Suite. 202, Richmond, VA, 23230
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Seth Raven Carroll's Reviews
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Posted by Shanna | August 23, 2019
Sent me through intake to avoid telling me no.
I messaged Mr. Carroll through this sight after reading his reviews. Knowing what my case was regarding, he told me to call intake to set up an appointment. Intake was surprisingly nice and courteous, however when I got a call back, they refused my case and said they don't take my kind of case. Why...
Seth Carroll
Replied last August 23, 2019Shanna, All of our cases go through our intake department, that is the way we create case files and gather information. I am sorry that we were not able to help you. Seth
Posted by Dave | October 30, 2017 | Personal Injury
Refused to help
My wife had tripped over some nails sticking up in the floor of a utility building and received multiple injuries including a fractured facial bone, both wrists are sprained,lacerations to her face , hands,arms and legs. Her glasses were broken and she has two chipped teeth. The owners of the busines...
Seth Carroll
Replied last June 02, 2017Dave: I'm sorry you had a bad experience with my intake department. I am often in court and am not always available to speak when a call comes in. If you would like to discuss this case with me, please call and schedule an appointment and I will be happy to go over it with you. Best, Seth
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2015 | Workers Compensation
one of the best...
Had the privilege of having Mr Seth Carroll work with me on my workers compensation case which was being prolonged by the insurance company,Mr Carroll worked vigorously to insure I was given the proper and fair treatment under the law and I recommend him to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and caring l...
Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2014
broken hearted
Mr Carroll has been god sent, hes very professional and going out his way to help me in every way. Couldn't ask for a better lawyer and a caring person to deal with in his business. Has heart,respect and very curiosity and concerned about incident.
Posted by Sharon | February 07, 2014 | Workers Compensation
Second time around
I was injured at work and Seth represented me . Seth has been my attorney sine 2010. The injury resulted in back surgery and Seth was there for me the whole time. During the recovery i was rear ended and Seth is still by my side helping me through it all 2 years later. My experience with Seth has...
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"Seth has a legal mind, a legal attitude and a willingness to help. Mr Carroll's knowledge of injury law is outstanding. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney as a valuable consistent member of the community."
"Seth is utterly dedicated to his clients and and addresses the problems entrusted to him as diligently as if they were his own."
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"Seth Carroll is simply one of the finest lawyers I have had the pleasure of working beside. He demonstrates a broad knowledge of the law and is a tireless advocate for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Reported Settlement - $3,840,000, Virginia Lawyers Weekly
2015
Reported Settlement - $1,400,000, Virginia Lawyers Weekly
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Top Contributor, AVVO
2014
Reported Settlement - $800,000, Virginia Lawyers Weekly
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
2013
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013
Top Contributor, AVVO
2013
Top Settlements of 2012 (#34), Virginia Lawyers Weekly
2012
Reported Settlement - $1,500,000, Virginia Lawyers Weekly
2012
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2007
Excellence in Labor and Employment Relations, Kruchko & Fries Award
2004
Departmental Honors - History, Clemson University
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Commonwealth Law Group
2009 - 2009
Associate, Gregory Kaplan
2009 - 2014
Lawyer, Geoff McDonald & Associates
2007 - 2008
Associate, LeClairRyan
Associations
2017 - Present
American Association for Justice, Civil Rights SectionVice Chair
2015 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2015 - Present
American Association for JusticeCivil Rights Executive Committee
2015 - Present
American Inns of CourtVirginia Workers' Compensation
2014 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Federal Bar Association, Younger Lawyers DivisionMember
2014 - Present
Super LawyersRising Star
2012 - Present
Million Dollar AdvocatesMember
2012 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2016 - 2017
American Association for JusticeNewsletter Editor - Civil Rights
2014 - 2015
Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Long Term Care
Sample of Legal Cases
$3,840,000
Settlement
Trucking Case
$800,000
Confidential - Personal Injury
$1,500,000.00 judicial mediation settlement
Wella v. Baker (Virginia Court of Appeals)
Affirmed for injured worker.
Dog Bite Award
$450,000, reduced to $300,000 by agreement.
MVA
$500,000+
Pedestrian Struck
$525,000
Pedestrian Leg Crush
$800,000
Stoneman v. ASR
$1,400,000 Settlement Workers' Compensation Paraplegia
$1,511,517.76 Workers Compensation Settlement
Education
2007
William & Mary Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Clemson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Advance Auto Retreat
Using Demonstrative Evidence
2017
Advance Auto Retreat
Chair
2016
1983 Civil Rights Seminar
Ethical Considerations
2015
Washington, DC Regional Trial Advocacy Competition
Presiding Judge
2015
NBI - Litigating Slip, Trip and Fall Cases in Virginia
Ethical Considerations
2012
Advanced Workers Compensation Retreat
Compensable Consequences
Publications
2018
Trial Magazine
Book Review
2018
AAJ Exchance Litigation Packets
Spoliation Litigation Exemplar Materials
2015
NBI - Litigating Slip, Trib and Fall Cases in Virginia CLE Materials
Ethical Considerations
2008
LR Labor & Employement Law Newsbrief
The "Workplace Bully" Lands More Than a Trip to the Principal's Office
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Pizza delivery driver on the clock struck me and newborn can I file a claim with his insurance/employer? Or both?
31 Mar 2018
Q&A
What type of lawyer do you get to represent you in a Title Vll civil rights act racial discrimination case?
09 Apr 2017
Q&A
I'm salary at 40hrs/week. I have been working 60+hrs/week and not getting paid overtime. Is this a breach in contract?
18 Feb 2017