Landau Injury Law

Named one of the top attorneys in Virginia.  Congratulations! 

When I first moved to Virginia from New Jersey, I was lucky enough to be taken in by Bernard Cohen, and extraordinary trial lawyer from Alexandria, Virginia. Bernard, “Bernie” to his friends and family, was not only one of Old Town’s legal elite, he also served in the Virginia legislature for many years, looking out for the interests of injured victims, their families and counsel. It was his son’s wedding that I rushed from the Columbia (MARYLAND !) Triathlon finish line to make at noon, in Spotsylvania ! We have been close ever since I spent time at his lovely family’s home in 1982 before finding a place of my own.

Bernie has been in the news lately, as one of his famous clients passed away. Mildred Loving, of the U. S. Supreme Court case “Loving vs. Virginia,” passed away. That case was one of Bernie’s many great triumphs. It was also a case I studied that year in Constitutional Law. Overturning the law that forbade Mr. Loving from marrying and living with his wife in the Commonwealth in the 1960s was made into a terrific movie, “The Lovings of Virginia.” I recommend that you see it, as it is about a law that existed not too long ago, that today most Americans would be surprised to know was enforced by jail and criminal prosecution. Overturning the miscegenation law forever united Bernie Cohen and the Lovings. We are all saddened by her passing and send condolences to her family.

The Town of Herndon PARKING sign in front of our building includes the following symbols:

1. The Gavel:  The Courthouse is nearby

2. The Wheelchair:  Handicapp accessible parking is nearby

3. The Book: The Library (the Herndon Fortnightly Public Library) is nearby

4. The Town Hall:  The new (and old) Herndon Municipal Centers are nearby.

(Not on the sign is the fact that Great Harvest Bakery is also nearby, and they, like Doug Landau, give free samples !)

Anyone who has seen Doug Landau teach, interact at the office or at Bar functions knows that the Herndon - Reston area trial lawyer does not stick to the somber, boring colors associated with his profession.  Landau notes that while it is important to dress conservatively for Court, around the office and on the podium, wearing colors is his rule, rather than the exception.

The ABRAMS LANDAU personal injury trial attorney is shown here with Mrs. Rasmussen at the VTLA Annual Convention.  Landau and his family had taken part in the charity fundraiser “Bowling for Bruce.”  This fun family fundrasing event was set up in memory of her late husband and Stalwart Virginia Trial Lawyer Bruce Rasmussen.  It was Bruce Rasmussen of the Michie, Hamlett, Rasmussen & Tweel firm in Charlottesville who got Doug Landau on the Annual Convention Committee and in charge of the sporting events, which now include: skeet shooting competition, running race, tennis round robin and golf tournament.  Bruce Rasmussen was also a frequent lecturer and contributer to VTLA, ATLA (now AAJ) and other victims rights and trial advocacy groups.  Bruce is missed by us all.  He was the consummate trial lawyer and a wonderful friend and mentor.

Several clients noticed workers, ladders, compressors and trucks all around the smaller building at ABRAMS LANDAU.  We put a new roof on our smaller building.  Shown are workers in the process of performing this construction work.  The building, formerly let out to talented photographer Doran Smith, will be converted from photo gallery to massage studio.  Appearing before the Town Council, Doug Landau received permission to sublet the smaller building to two Thai Massage therapists.  These specialists have already helped an a staff member of ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd. with her chronic and intractable back pain.  Stay tuned for more updates about our newest tenants…

April Fools  !

The Herndon injury law firm of ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd. is not only a Convention Sponsor for the Continuing Legal Education (”CLE”), Convention Committe member and frequent Moderator, but Doug Landau also directs and sponsors the Annual Tennis Tournament. Having been a tennis instructor prior to law school, TheAthletesLawyer enjoys including young and old in this fun event. Shown here are the happy participants who did not freeze like the early morning runners ! Prior to the start of the afternoon tournament, Landau and his wife and oldest daughter ran in the cross country race in 30 degree weather ! Continuing his father, Norman Landau’s tradition of athletic participation and success, Doug’s middle daughter participated in horse back riding and skeet shooting. After she competed in the Skeet Shooting Competition, she hopped a bus to get to the Courts on time (”like daughter like father !”). Mrs. Landau kept track of the scoring, just as she keeps tract of the trust accounting at the Landau Law Shop. The TriathlonTrialLawyer managed to win the running competition, but the level of tennis was very high, and he ended up as the third place male. He is shown below with the Male Tennis Winner, Boyd Collier, Jr., of Richmond, on his right, and runner-up, Neil Shulwolf, who like Landau, is a University Of Miami (FL) Law School graduate. On the women’s side, Beverly Mason won the most games, male or female, and the runner up was none other than Doug Landau’s daughter, who is a junior in High School, where she plays on the Madeira Varsity Tennis and Soccer teams. And yes, Doug’s daughter won more games than he did, and will not likely let TheAthletesLawyer forget it anytime soon !

This week’s mail including congratulations to Douglas Landau “on being recognized by Washington DC Super Lawyers as one of the Top Attorneys In The Washington D.C. Metro Area!”  However, it is our service to our injured clients that really matters.   Assisting injured victims and the families of those who have died in accidents for three generations, ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd. appreciates the accolades that have been bestowed upon us. However, it is the comments from clients who we have “served” successfully, that really make our trial team’s day at the Landau Law Shop.  Our client’s comments are always welcome.  We want to know how we can help people, so constructive criticism and suggestions are taken seriously.  Shown here is Doug Landau once again serving the “traditional” 7-course Thanksgiving lunch at a Fairfax County Public School.  Just as with his work at ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd., Landau had to work quickly and efficiently at the Crossfield Elementary School and keep his wits about him under extreme conditions.  These experiences have also taught Landau how very hard it is to be a School Cafeteria worker and still keep your wits and sense of humor.  It also helps that Landau likes the food !

Jack Corkey, the friendly “hands on” owner of Great Harvest Bread, is shown here with Doug Landau of ABRAMS LANDAU, Ltd., his brother, Ken Landau of LandWare, and some delicious samples of his baked goods. Many injured and disabled clients of the Landau Law Shop have enjoyed free samples from Great Harvest in Herndon. The store is located only 2 blocks from the ABRAMS LANDAU building, with plenty of free parking, and easy access to the downtown historic district of Herndon. This wonderful bakery generously helps support local bicycle, running, triathlon races and sports events. For more information, visit them at Great Harvest.

Why was this Abrams Landau client’s case so unusual ?

This hardworking woman worked not one, two, but three jobs for different employers at Washington Dulles International Airport !   Because the three jobs were “similar” employment, Mr. Landau sought to have the wages FROMA ALL 3 JOBS combined in the calculation of her pre-injury average weekly wage. This effort by experienced workers comp trial lawyer Doug Landau would have the effect of increasing her weekly workers comp checks.

He also proved that she was given uniforms by the airline she worked for as well as the global package and delivery company and money for uniforms from FedEx. Mr. Landau is especially proud of the several clients who attended, asked questions and learned while still on crutches and recovering from their catastrophic injuries from their car crashes, ladder falls, airplane injuries, spine trauma, brain injuries, TBI, back operations, orthopedic surgeries, truck accidents, and disability causing conditions.

Shown here are the outside of the workers comp Hearing room in Manassas, where the Herndon law firm of Abrams Landau, Ltd. presents cases for clients who have sustained: fractures, herniated discs, traumatic brain injury (’TBI”), lacerations, burns, crushed bones, concussions, chemical inhalation, toxic substance reactions and occupational diseases.  Note that the case names are posted along with the lawyers, like Doug Landau, who are representing the parties.