Overview
With extensive experience in injury litigation, Carton F. Bennett and the lawyers of The Law Firm of Carlton F. Bennett, PLLC, are recognized as experts in traumatic brain damage litigation, nursing home malpractice, and wrongful death cases.
Mr. Bennett was co-counsel in the largest mild-traumatic brain injury verdict ever awarded in Norfolk Circuit Court. Mr. Bennett specializes in mild brain damage cases, but also handles moderate and severe cases. He has obtained numerous multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for traumatic brain injury survivors, and other cases involving serious injuries.
Mr. Bennett recently gave a presentation on traumatic brain injury to the American Association for Justice at its annual meeting in San Francisco, California.
Mr. Bennett is licensed to practice law in Virginia and Florida. He is board-certified in civil trial advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He has an "AV" peer rating by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest peer rating that an attorney may obtain.
Mr. Bennett was co-counsel in the largest mild-traumatic brain injury verdict ever awarded in Norfolk Circuit Court. Mr. Bennett specializes in mild brain damage cases, but also handles moderate and severe cases. He has obtained numerous multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for traumatic brain injury survivors, and other cases involving serious injuries.
Mr. Bennett recently gave a presentation on traumatic brain injury to the American Association for Justice at its annual meeting in San Francisco, California.
Mr. Bennett is licensed to practice law in Virginia and Florida. He is board-certified in civil trial advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He has an "AV" peer rating by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest peer rating that an attorney may obtain.
Rankings
Regional
Norfolk
Tier
2
Norfolk
Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
3
Norfolk
Medical Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsRankings
Regional
Norfolk
Tier
2
Norfolk
Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
3
Norfolk
Medical Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsPractice Areas
The Law Firm of Carlton F. Bennett PLLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 2 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Nursing Homes
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
The Law Firm of Carlton F. Bennett PLLC proudly has 1 lawyer recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Offices & Contacts
Virginia Beach, VA
291 Independence Boulevard, Ste 110
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
United States