Trusted Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Virginia and DC
After a serious accident, it can be hard to know what to do next. Sethi & Sledd represents people dealing with injuries after car crashes, falls, and other serious accidents in Reston and across Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Tell us what happened. Our team can listen, learn more about your situation, and explain how to take the next step.
Call us at 703-925-9500
Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Reston and Northern Virginia
An injury can affect your health, work, family, and plans for the future. You may also be facing calls from insurers, medical appointments, and questions about who is responsible.
Sethi & Sledd, PLLC represents injured people and families in personal injury matters in Virginia and Washington, D.C. Attorneys Gobind S. Sethi and Samantha K. Sledd bring extensive legal experience to each client’s case. The firm can investigate what happened, explain the legal process, and discuss possible next steps.
Dedicated Personal Injury Lawyers For Northern Virginia & Washington, D.C.
An injury can leave you with urgent questions and no clear idea where to start. Choose a category below to learn about common legal issues and how to contact Sethi & Sledd to help with your case.
Car Accidents
A collision can bring injuries, vehicle damage, and questions from insurance companies. Learn what may matter in an injury claim and what to discuss when you speak with a lawyer.
Drunk Driving Accidents
When impaired driving may have contributed to a crash, questions can arise about how it happened, what evidence is available, and who may be responsible. Learn about injury claims after a drunk driving accident.
Trucking Accidents
Commercial truck crashes can involve more than the driver. Company records, vehicle data, maintenance, and cargo loading may all raise questions. Learn about the issues that can affect a truck accident claim.
Catastrophic Injuries
A life-changing injury may affect a person’s health, ability to work, independence, and family. Learn about legal issues that may arise when an injury has serious or lasting effects.
Wrongful Death
When a loved one dies due to another party’s conduct, family members may have questions about responsibility and legal options. Learn more about wrongful death claims and the issues families may need to consider.
Premises Liability
An injury on another person’s property may involve questions about the condition, how long it was present, and whether anyone knew about it. Learn what evidence and circumstances may matter in a premises liability claim.
Not sure which category fits your situation? You can still reach out and describe the incident in your own words.
Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers With a Personal Touch
After an injury, you want to know who will handle your case, how the legal process works, and how to get answers to your questions. Sethi & Sledd attorneys Gobind S. Sethi and Samantha K. Sledd represent people in personal injury matters in Virginia and Washington, D.C. Their experience includes cases involving car crashes, falls, wrongful death, and other serious injuries.
Gobind S. Sethi
Gobind S. Sethi represents injured people in matters involving auto accidents, drunk driving, pedestrian and bicycle injuries, wrongful death, falls, product liability, and professional malpractice. Gobind has litigated and tried numerous cases throughout his career and works hard to pursue the best results for his clients.
He has been selected to Virginia’s Super Lawyers list every year since 2019 and has also received Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Lawyers recognition in past years. He serves on the Board of Governors of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and on the Virginia State Bar Council. He previously served as president of the Virginia Poverty Law Center’s Board of Directors.
Read Gobind S. Sethi’s full biography
Samantha K. Sledd
Samantha K. Sledd has practiced personal injury litigation exclusively throughout her career. She has litigated cases in trial courts throughout Virginia and has also obtained successful results from the Supreme Court of Virginia. Her practice includes auto accidents, drunk driving accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, falls, birth injuries, and bicycle and pedestrian accidents.
She has been selected to Virginia’s Super Lawyers Rising Stars list every year since 2021. She has served on the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association’s Board of Governors since 2021. She is also a member of the Boyd Graves Conference where she works with lawyers and judges across the state to create and improve law for the benefit of all Virginians.
Read Samantha K. Sledd’s full biography

Gobind S. Sethi

Samantha K. Sledd
What Sets Our Personal Injury Lawyers Apart
Sethi & Sledd’s personal injury lawyers represent people in Virginia and Washington, D.C. The firm emphasizes direct attorney communication, practical support during the claims process, inclusive representation, and preparation to take appropriate cases to court.
- You Speak Directly With Your Attorney — You can discuss your situation with an attorney who understands your case. The firm aims to provide clear answers and responsive communication, without routing clients through a call center or unnecessary handoffs.
- Practical Support During the Claims Process — An injury can bring questions about treatment, medical bills, and insurance. Where appropriate, the team can help clients navigate medical bill questions and care coordination while they focus on recovery.
- Inclusive Representation That Respects Our Community — Sethi & Sledd is a team of attorneys with diverse backgrounds. The firm is committed to treating clients with respect, and representing all people from the communities it serves in Virginia and Washington, D.C.
- Prepared to Pursue Fair Compensation — If an insurance company does not offer fair compensation for an injury, the attorneys will not hesitate to pursue all available options, including taking a case to court when appropriate.
Our Results
$1+ MILLION
Product Liability
A settlement in excess of $1 million was obtained on behalf of a client who was administered a defective drug. The client was one of many who suffered debilitating injuries as a result of the drug.
$1.5 Million
Car Accident, Catastrophic Injury
Without initiating litigation, a $1.5 million settlement was obtained, representing the full extent of insurance coverage, for a young individual who was catastrophically injured as the passenger in a single vehicle collision.
Six-Figure Settlement
Medical Malpractice
Sethi & Sledd attorneys acted as co-counsel on a case in which a significant six-figure settlement was attained on behalf of a client who underwent an amputation as a result of negligence during a medical procedure.
Six-Figure Settlement
Premises Liability
Obtained a six-figure settlement for an individual who suffered a knee fracture following a fall on black ice on the premises of a grocery store. The fall was caused by the failure of the store to properly maintain its sidewalks following a winter storm.
$1 MILLION
Car Accident
Without initiating litigation, able to achieve a $1,000,000 settlement, representing the full extent of insurance coverage, for an individual who suffered numerous fractures and traumatic brain injury as a result of a head-on motor vehicle collision.
Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Reston, Northern Virginia and Washington, DC
A serious injury can affect your health, work, finances, and family. If you have questions about medical care, insurance, or what to do next, Sethi & Sledd can discuss what happened and explain possible legal next steps.
Based in Reston, Sethi & Sledd, PLLC represents injured people throughout Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., including Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Prince William, Winchester, Stafford, and Loudoun.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of personal injury cases does Sethi & Sledd handle?
Sethi & Sledd handles personal injury matters involving car accidents, drunk driving accidents, truck accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, birth injuries, bicycle and pedestrian accidents, rideshare accidents, medical malpractice, slip and falls, and other premises liability claims. Visit the relevant practice page to learn more, or contact the firm about your situation.
What should I do after an injury?
Prioritize appropriate medical care and document information related to what happened, such as photos, witness information, records, and communications. The right next steps depend on your circumstances. A lawyer can discuss your situation and explain possible legal options.
What information should I have when I contact the firm?
Share what you can about when and where the incident happened, how you were injured, who was involved, and how the firm can reach you. You do not need to have every document or answer before contacting the firm.
What if I’m not sure what kind of case I have?
You do not need to know what legal category your case falls into before reaching out. Just call the firm, describe what happened, and the firm will explore whether it may be able to help.
Where does Sethi & Sledd represent injured people?
Sethi & Sledd serves clients throughout Virginia and Washington, D.C., including people in Reston and other Northern Virginia communities.
How do I contact Sethi & Sledd about an injury?
Call 703-925-9500 or use the contact form on this page. Share a brief description of what happened and the best way to reach you.
A Clear Conversation About Your Next Steps
When you contact Sethi & Sledd, share what happened and how the firm can reach you. The team can learn more about your situation, answer initial questions, and explain whether further conversation with an attorney may be appropriate.
“Working with Sethi & Sledd, PLLC was the best decision I could have ever made! They truly cared for me and my case, and did everything they could to make sure I was represented extremely well. I am very grateful for this law firm and their dedicated lawyers.”
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