Business Details
Your Advocates for Justice in Personal Injury Cases
At Karp Wigodsky Norwind Kudel & Gold, we are dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in personal injury and civil litigation. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys have earned a national reputation for advocating on behalf of clients in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Our practice focuses on truck accidents, brain injuries, wrongful death, and other complex cases, where we leverage deep expertise and a client-centered approach to achieve justice. Recognized by U.S.News-Best Lawyers and holding AV Preeminent Peer Review Ratings, our team combines trial excellence with compassionate guidance. We prioritize negotiation and mediation but are fully prepared to litigate when necessary, ensuring every client receives personalized attention and unwavering advocacy.
Services
Truck Accidents
Personal Injury
Brain Injuries
Wrongful Death
Criminal Law
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined experience in personal injury litigation
- Nationally recognized as a Top Tier law firm by U.S. News-Best Lawyers
- AV Preeminent Peer Review Ratings for professional competence and ethics
- Secured nearly $250 million in verdicts and settlements
- Multilingual attorneys serving diverse client needs
Associations and certifications
- U.S. News-Best Lawyers
- Martindale-Hubbell
What people say
Top tier law firms
Nationally recognized
Successful results
Compassionate guidance
Peer-reviewed excellence
Services
Truck Accidents
Our firm specializes in representing victims of commercial truck accidents. We investigate complex liability issues involving trucking companies, drivers, and manufacturers. With deep expertise in federal trucking regulations and state laws, we help clients recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our attorneys have secured millions in settlements for truck accident victims across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Personal Injury
We handle a wide range of personal injury cases including car accidents, motorcycle collisions, and premises liability. Our approach combines thorough investigation with aggressive advocacy to ensure fair compensation. With decades of experience in both trial and appellate courts, we protect clients' rights while navigating insurance companies and legal challenges to maximize recovery for physical and emotional damages.
Brain Injuries
Our traumatic brain injury practice focuses on complex cases requiring specialized medical and legal expertise. We work with leading neurologists and rehabilitation experts to document long-term impacts. From initial diagnosis through lifetime care planning, we pursue comprehensive compensation for medical treatment, lost earning capacity, and quality of life changes, maintaining a strong track record in both jury verdicts and negotiated settlements.
People
Ronald A. Karp
Managing Partner
With over 50 years of legal experience, Mr. Karp is a nationally recognized personal injury attorney. Listed in Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers, he has handled landmark cases covered by major media outlets. His practice focuses on complex litigation and appellate advocacy.
Edward L. Norwind
Partner
A Super Lawyer with 35+ years of trial experience, Mr. Norwind specializes in trucking accidents and professional malpractice. He serves on national advisory boards and is a founding member of the DC Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates.
Jack A. Gold
Partner
Mr. Gold focuses on appellate litigation against major corporations and government entities. His work has set legal precedents benefiting numerous clients. He has argued cases before state and federal appellate courts, including the DC Circuit.
Andrew Karp
Partner
A Rising Star in Super Lawyers, Mr. Karp continues the family legal tradition. He handles trial and appellate cases with a focus on client communication and responsive representation, serving clients in both English and Spanish.
Herbert Chris Gordon
Of Counsel
A former NBC4 legal analyst, Mr. Gordon brings unique media and litigation expertise. He joined the firm after decades of legal commentary, offering strategic insights in complex personal injury and civil rights cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Karp, Norwind, Gold & Karp specialize in?
We focus on personal injury litigation, including truck accidents, brain injuries, wrongful death, and complex civil cases.
Do you offer free consultations for injury cases?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all contingency fee personal injury cases.
What makes your firm different from other personal injury attorneys?
Our combination of national recognition, AV-rated attorneys, and a proven track record of multi-million dollar settlements sets us apart.
Do you handle cases outside Washington, DC and Maryland?
We serve clients throughout Virginia and have co-counseled cases referred from attorneys nationwide.
Are your attorneys available for non-English speaking clients?
Yes, we have multilingual attorneys and staff who speak Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Greek.
How does the firm approach complex litigation cases?
We combine detailed case analysis, expert resources, and trial-ready strategies to pursue maximum compensation for our clients.
