team-member

Mark Hurt

Abingdon, VA

Licensed for 31 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Car Accident

Language

English

About

Born and raised in Bristol.  UVA graduate.  Duke University Law, top 10% of my class.     I gained experience at large litigation law firms in Dallas, Texas and Washington, D.C. before I returned to the Tri-Cities. I live in  Abingdon with my wife and children  I have litigated hundreds of cases.  I have tried cases in front of Virginia and Tennessee juries. I have written briefs and argued appeals in Virginia, Tennessee and federal courts.  I have argued twice before the nine justices of the United States Supreme Court.I have a passion to use my education and experience in helping everyday people.  I have obtained excellent recoveries for them in dozens of cases, ranging from multimillion dollar settlements to small fender-bender cases of a few thousand dollars.

Practices Areas

Car Accident

Personal Injury

Speeding and traffic ticket

Trucking accident

Language

English

Contact

The Law Offices Of Mark T. Hurt159 W Main StAbingdon, VA, 24210-2837 Office (276) 623-0808 159 W Main StAbingdon, VA, 24210-2837 Office (276) 623-0808(276) 623-0808

Office: (276) 451-7739

Website: N/A

Reviews

Robin
January 25, 2019

I was coming from West Virginia back home to Tennessee on Hwy 81 in Smyth County in a borrowed vehicle, that I just had a tire plugged hours previous, with my 2 children asleep in the back and I see blue lights flying rapidly coming up behind me. I thought he was going to an accident and I thank God nothing was beside me as I swerved over to get out of his way! I was in such shock and disbelief when he got behind me and pulled me over stating he clocked me at 87/70, I said, "Are you SURE it as me?" Telling me an outright lie that I could call the number on the ticket and pay the fine, I called. I almost passed out when the clerk said it was a Class 1 misdemeanor reckless driving charge and I COULD NOT "just pay it" but I was required to get an attorney. I contacted my cousin to find me an attorney as I was headed out to work. Thank God she gave me Mark Hurt's information, based solely on his excellent reviews! Mark and his office staff went above and beyond anything I could have ever imagined! I wish I could share in writing, how Mark and his office staff have blessed me! I've NEVER been so excited about the outcome of a speeding ticket than I was when I received the call following my court date. I don't have the words to describe my awesome experience with this excellent attorney! I wish they had bumper stickers, as I frequently go to West Virginia to see family. Since I'm not aware of any - I'm going to find another route from Tennessee to WVa and avoid that speed trap. I STRONGLY ENCOURAGE anyone who's been a victim of this highway robbery scam to contact the Law offices of Mark Hurt. You WILL NOT be disappointed!

Eric
December 13, 2018

When I learned that what I thought was a regular speeding ticket for being clocked at 86 mph in a 70 mph zone on a stretch of I-81 in VA less than 30 miles from TN this past September enroute from York PA to visit my sick aunt in Knoxville, was really a Class 1 misdemeanor reckless driving charge which carried with it a year in jail, a $2,500.00 fine, and six points on my license I was both shocked & outraged; shocked that the penalty was so severe in an obvious speed trap and outraged that the ticketing officer did not tell me what I had when asked; saying that I could pay off the ticket over the phone without having to appear in court; neither of which was true with this particular charge. But for my suspicion that the officer had not told me the truth I would never have looked up the code on my ticket once I reached my destination and discovered the serious nature of the charge. I was sick because I knew I had no money to hire an attorney; let alone pay that $2,500.00 fine. Fortunately, while looking up the specifics of what I was charged with, I came across the Law Offices of Mark T. Hurt and the rave reviews I read compelled me to contact his offices on the spot. I explained my dire financial situation and to my amazement his office agreed to take a $100.00 down payment on the spot with the balance of the flat $400.00 fee to be paid off between now & my court date of December 13, 2018 (a date which they had gotten moved from September after I had only paid half of my fee). Well, I did what they told me to do; taking an eight hour safe driving course (which I found to be extremely helpful) and sending in my driving record which fortunately for me had not had any kind of infractions for over twenty years. As a result, due to Mark's representation, the court agreed to reduce my reckless driving charge to a basic traffic infraction of 79/70. This reduced my financial penalty from $2,500.00 to a $175.00 fine plus $64.00 in court costs and three points on my license. In an additional stroke of good fortune, I happen to live in one of two states (PA) which does not count three point out of state traffic infractions against my driving record which means my insurance rates will not go up. So all total I am out of $715.00 from this whole experience when you factor in attorney's fees, court costs, fine, and safe driving course & while it is a financial hit I can ill afford, it is a whole, whole lot better than the $2,500.00 hit plus six points & having a permanent criminal record I would have received had I done what so many out of state drivers unwittingly do; allow their reckless driving charge to result in a conviction either by not hiring a super attorney like Mark T. Hurt & representing themselves, or not showing up at all and taking the full hit by foolishly ignoring the seriousness of the charge. Don't be an idiot and incur such needless damage to yourself by trying to handle this alone because trust me, you won't win and you sure as hell will lose big. The Law Offices of Mark T, Hurt will work with you and as my title here states, a Promise they make is a Promise they keep. Just be sure to hold up your end & do exactly what they tell you to do because if you do that, you will surely come out ahead. So thank you Mark and thank your wonderful staff. All of you are superb in what you do and are true to your word. Just please don't hold it against me if during my next trip south I choose to fly over Virginia rather than drive through it. Hell, those folks are so overzealous in trapping folks in speed traps that right now I'm even afraid of taking the train through that state for fear that they might stop it for speeding and ticket everyone on board. Hey, you never know. Anyway, thanks again Mark and God Bless. With Kindest Regards, Eric

Natalie
March 17, 2022

Frankie put me at ease with her knowledge, compassion, and efficiency! She knew exactly what to do which put me at ease. My questions answered, ease of communication via email and phone, which is nice in today’s voicemail world, reasonable fee, and efficient. Highly recommend Frankie’s professional legal service to anyone who needs!! Thank you, Frankie!

Feng
March 14, 2022

Frankie really helped me out. My Reckless Driving charge was reduced down to a Simple Speeding infraction with a fine. Trust worthy law firm!

Seth
March 11, 2022

Frankie Coleman was great to work with and delivered on her promise to get my speeding citation dismissed, with a little work on my part (pass a defensive driving class). She was friendly, knowledgeable, positive, and responsive to my questions & emails. In fact, I had been contacted two other "big" law firms regarding my ticket who then both declined to take my case citing a difficult county court & judge. As an out-of-stater, I was bummed. I thought I would try one last time with a local law firm and found Mark T. Hurt. Frankie responded quickly to my voice-mail. She didn't flinch and was immediately optimistic that she and the MTH law team could get the case dismissed with no points and no impact to my insurance. And they nailed it!! (3rd time is the charm, right?) I would HIGHLY recommend the Mark T. Hurt Law Firm (and Frankie Coleman in particular) for dealing with traffic citations along I-81, particularly in the VA/TN bi-state region. You will be well-served.

Leilani
March 3, 2022

I am so grateful for the team that helped me out. Especially Frankie who always kept in contact with me. I am currently living out of state but had gotten a traffic ticket while visiting. I thought it would be a hard process to take care of, but Frankie really kept excellent communication through phone, email and even text messages, as it pertains to my case and I was always in the loop. She let me know exactly what I needed and how to get certain documents online for them to use in court. The whole time she was fair and patient . The lawyer is amazing and very knowledgeable, I couldn’t be more happy with the outcome of my case, it was better than I had expected. I would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.

Marco
March 1, 2022

About a month ago I was coming back back from Tennessee with the family! I got stopped in Washington county somewhere in Virginia! I started doing my research and asking some buddies for help since I had never gotten pull over in a different county! They did and told me to hire somewhere in that area so I did and found them ( Mark T Hurt ) gave them a call. Was blessed with the help of Laura and had a good talk with her. Started explaining everything and the process and I knew right away it was going to end good. Court was today and she made my day with the end result I didn’t expect that turn out! She was a big amazing help kept it professional and saw the interest in my situation. Thank you so much Laura! I really appreciate and if someone is in trouble there the ones to go to! Even better if you ask for Laura! You’ll be in good hands no doubt! Thanks again! I’ll stay out of trouble! (:

Edson
March 1, 2022

Great job guys… Dr Mark and his team did an amazing job on mu case… fast answer phone calls that is very important today because most of the offices has machines answering calls. Thank you…

John
February 25, 2022

I hired this attorney to represent me in a recent court case to get a traffic infraction reduced, and they did exactly as they promised. Not only was I satisfied with the outcome, I am very satisfied with the entire interaction as they were very personable and comforting. Thank you all again!

anonymous
February 24, 2022

Frankie is very nice and friendly and available all the time when I need to contact her.I got first RD ticket in VA and when I contacted the firm, Frankie explained all the process and cleared all my doubts. I was little worried since it was my first ticket. And the final outcome is amazing. Really appreciate Frankie.

Robin
January 25, 2019

I was coming from West Virginia back home to Tennessee on Hwy 81 in Smyth County in a borrowed vehicle, that I just had a tire plugged hours previous, with my 2 children asleep in the back and I see blue lights flying rapidly coming up behind me. I thought he was going to an accident and I thank God nothing was beside me as I swerved over to get out of his way! I was in such shock and disbelief when he got behind me and pulled me over stating he clocked me at 87/70, I said, "Are you SURE it as me?" Telling me an outright lie that I could call the number on the ticket and pay the fine, I called. I almost passed out when the clerk said it was a Class 1 misdemeanor reckless driving charge and I COULD NOT "just pay it" but I was required to get an attorney. I contacted my cousin to find me an attorney as I was headed out to work. Thank God she gave me Mark Hurt's information, based solely on his excellent reviews! Mark and his office staff went above and beyond anything I could have ever imagined! I wish I could share in writing, how Mark and his office staff have blessed me! I've NEVER been so excited about the outcome of a speeding ticket than I was when I received the call following my court date. I don't have the words to describe my awesome experience with this excellent attorney! I wish they had bumper stickers, as I frequently go to West Virginia to see family. Since I'm not aware of any - I'm going to find another route from Tennessee to WVa and avoid that speed trap. I STRONGLY ENCOURAGE anyone who's been a victim of this highway robbery scam to contact the Law offices of Mark Hurt. You WILL NOT be disappointed!

Eric
December 13, 2018

When I learned that what I thought was a regular speeding ticket for being clocked at 86 mph in a 70 mph zone on a stretch of I-81 in VA less than 30 miles from TN this past September enroute from York PA to visit my sick aunt in Knoxville, was really a Class 1 misdemeanor reckless driving charge which carried with it a year in jail, a $2,500.00 fine, and six points on my license I was both shocked & outraged; shocked that the penalty was so severe in an obvious speed trap and outraged that the ticketing officer did not tell me what I had when asked; saying that I could pay off the ticket over the phone without having to appear in court; neither of which was true with this particular charge. But for my suspicion that the officer had not told me the truth I would never have looked up the code on my ticket once I reached my destination and discovered the serious nature of the charge. I was sick because I knew I had no money to hire an attorney; let alone pay that $2,500.00 fine. Fortunately, while looking up the specifics of what I was charged with, I came across the Law Offices of Mark T. Hurt and the rave reviews I read compelled me to contact his offices on the spot. I explained my dire financial situation and to my amazement his office agreed to take a $100.00 down payment on the spot with the balance of the flat $400.00 fee to be paid off between now & my court date of December 13, 2018 (a date which they had gotten moved from September after I had only paid half of my fee). Well, I did what they told me to do; taking an eight hour safe driving course (which I found to be extremely helpful) and sending in my driving record which fortunately for me had not had any kind of infractions for over twenty years. As a result, due to Mark's representation, the court agreed to reduce my reckless driving charge to a basic traffic infraction of 79/70. This reduced my financial penalty from $2,500.00 to a $175.00 fine plus $64.00 in court costs and three points on my license. In an additional stroke of good fortune, I happen to live in one of two states (PA) which does not count three point out of state traffic infractions against my driving record which means my insurance rates will not go up. So all total I am out of $715.00 from this whole experience when you factor in attorney's fees, court costs, fine, and safe driving course & while it is a financial hit I can ill afford, it is a whole, whole lot better than the $2,500.00 hit plus six points & having a permanent criminal record I would have received had I done what so many out of state drivers unwittingly do; allow their reckless driving charge to result in a conviction either by not hiring a super attorney like Mark T. Hurt & representing themselves, or not showing up at all and taking the full hit by foolishly ignoring the seriousness of the charge. Don't be an idiot and incur such needless damage to yourself by trying to handle this alone because trust me, you won't win and you sure as hell will lose big. The Law Offices of Mark T, Hurt will work with you and as my title here states, a Promise they make is a Promise they keep. Just be sure to hold up your end & do exactly what they tell you to do because if you do that, you will surely come out ahead. So thank you Mark and thank your wonderful staff. All of you are superb in what you do and are true to your word. Just please don't hold it against me if during my next trip south I choose to fly over Virginia rather than drive through it. Hell, those folks are so overzealous in trapping folks in speed traps that right now I'm even afraid of taking the train through that state for fear that they might stop it for speeding and ticket everyone on board. Hey, you never know. Anyway, thanks again Mark and God Bless. With Kindest Regards, Eric

Natalie
March 17, 2022

Frankie put me at ease with her knowledge, compassion, and efficiency! She knew exactly what to do which put me at ease. My questions answered, ease of communication via email and phone, which is nice in today’s voicemail world, reasonable fee, and efficient. Highly recommend Frankie’s professional legal service to anyone who needs!! Thank you, Frankie!

Feng
March 14, 2022

Frankie really helped me out. My Reckless Driving charge was reduced down to a Simple Speeding infraction with a fine. Trust worthy law firm!

Seth
March 11, 2022

Frankie Coleman was great to work with and delivered on her promise to get my speeding citation dismissed, with a little work on my part (pass a defensive driving class). She was friendly, knowledgeable, positive, and responsive to my questions & emails. In fact, I had been contacted two other "big" law firms regarding my ticket who then both declined to take my case citing a difficult county court & judge. As an out-of-stater, I was bummed. I thought I would try one last time with a local law firm and found Mark T. Hurt. Frankie responded quickly to my voice-mail. She didn't flinch and was immediately optimistic that she and the MTH law team could get the case dismissed with no points and no impact to my insurance. And they nailed it!! (3rd time is the charm, right?) I would HIGHLY recommend the Mark T. Hurt Law Firm (and Frankie Coleman in particular) for dealing with traffic citations along I-81, particularly in the VA/TN bi-state region. You will be well-served.

Leilani
March 3, 2022

I am so grateful for the team that helped me out. Especially Frankie who always kept in contact with me. I am currently living out of state but had gotten a traffic ticket while visiting. I thought it would be a hard process to take care of, but Frankie really kept excellent communication through phone, email and even text messages, as it pertains to my case and I was always in the loop. She let me know exactly what I needed and how to get certain documents online for them to use in court. The whole time she was fair and patient . The lawyer is amazing and very knowledgeable, I couldn’t be more happy with the outcome of my case, it was better than I had expected. I would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.

Marco
March 1, 2022

About a month ago I was coming back back from Tennessee with the family! I got stopped in Washington county somewhere in Virginia! I started doing my research and asking some buddies for help since I had never gotten pull over in a different county! They did and told me to hire somewhere in that area so I did and found them ( Mark T Hurt ) gave them a call. Was blessed with the help of Laura and had a good talk with her. Started explaining everything and the process and I knew right away it was going to end good. Court was today and she made my day with the end result I didn’t expect that turn out! She was a big amazing help kept it professional and saw the interest in my situation. Thank you so much Laura! I really appreciate and if someone is in trouble there the ones to go to! Even better if you ask for Laura! You’ll be in good hands no doubt! Thanks again! I’ll stay out of trouble! (:

Edson
March 1, 2022

Great job guys… Dr Mark and his team did an amazing job on mu case… fast answer phone calls that is very important today because most of the offices has machines answering calls. Thank you…

John
February 25, 2022

I hired this attorney to represent me in a recent court case to get a traffic infraction reduced, and they did exactly as they promised. Not only was I satisfied with the outcome, I am very satisfied with the entire interaction as they were very personable and comforting. Thank you all again!

anonymous
February 24, 2022

Frankie is very nice and friendly and available all the time when I need to contact her.I got first RD ticket in VA and when I contacted the firm, Frankie explained all the process and cleared all my doubts. I was little worried since it was my first ticket. And the final outcome is amazing. Really appreciate Frankie.

Robin
January 25, 2019

I was coming from West Virginia back home to Tennessee on Hwy 81 in Smyth County in a borrowed vehicle, that I just had a tire plugged hours previous, with my 2 children asleep in the back and I see blue lights flying rapidly coming up behind me. I thought he was going to an accident and I thank God nothing was beside me as I swerved over to get out of his way! I was in such shock and disbelief when he got behind me and pulled me over stating he clocked me at 87/70, I said, "Are you SURE it as me?" Telling me an outright lie that I could call the number on the ticket and pay the fine, I called. I almost passed out when the clerk said it was a Class 1 misdemeanor reckless driving charge and I COULD NOT "just pay it" but I was required to get an attorney. I contacted my cousin to find me an attorney as I was headed out to work. Thank God she gave me Mark Hurt's information, based solely on his excellent reviews! Mark and his office staff went above and beyond anything I could have ever imagined! I wish I could share in writing, how Mark and his office staff have blessed me! I've NEVER been so excited about the outcome of a speeding ticket than I was when I received the call following my court date. I don't have the words to describe my awesome experience with this excellent attorney! I wish they had bumper stickers, as I frequently go to West Virginia to see family. Since I'm not aware of any - I'm going to find another route from Tennessee to WVa and avoid that speed trap. I STRONGLY ENCOURAGE anyone who's been a victim of this highway robbery scam to contact the Law offices of Mark Hurt. You WILL NOT be disappointed!

Eric
December 13, 2018

When I learned that what I thought was a regular speeding ticket for being clocked at 86 mph in a 70 mph zone on a stretch of I-81 in VA less than 30 miles from TN this past September enroute from York PA to visit my sick aunt in Knoxville, was really a Class 1 misdemeanor reckless driving charge which carried with it a year in jail, a $2,500.00 fine, and six points on my license I was both shocked & outraged; shocked that the penalty was so severe in an obvious speed trap and outraged that the ticketing officer did not tell me what I had when asked; saying that I could pay off the ticket over the phone without having to appear in court; neither of which was true with this particular charge. But for my suspicion that the officer had not told me the truth I would never have looked up the code on my ticket once I reached my destination and discovered the serious nature of the charge. I was sick because I knew I had no money to hire an attorney; let alone pay that $2,500.00 fine. Fortunately, while looking up the specifics of what I was charged with, I came across the Law Offices of Mark T. Hurt and the rave reviews I read compelled me to contact his offices on the spot. I explained my dire financial situation and to my amazement his office agreed to take a $100.00 down payment on the spot with the balance of the flat $400.00 fee to be paid off between now & my court date of December 13, 2018 (a date which they had gotten moved from September after I had only paid half of my fee). Well, I did what they told me to do; taking an eight hour safe driving course (which I found to be extremely helpful) and sending in my driving record which fortunately for me had not had any kind of infractions for over twenty years. As a result, due to Mark's representation, the court agreed to reduce my reckless driving charge to a basic traffic infraction of 79/70. This reduced my financial penalty from $2,500.00 to a $175.00 fine plus $64.00 in court costs and three points on my license. In an additional stroke of good fortune, I happen to live in one of two states (PA) which does not count three point out of state traffic infractions against my driving record which means my insurance rates will not go up. So all total I am out of $715.00 from this whole experience when you factor in attorney's fees, court costs, fine, and safe driving course & while it is a financial hit I can ill afford, it is a whole, whole lot better than the $2,500.00 hit plus six points & having a permanent criminal record I would have received had I done what so many out of state drivers unwittingly do; allow their reckless driving charge to result in a conviction either by not hiring a super attorney like Mark T. Hurt & representing themselves, or not showing up at all and taking the full hit by foolishly ignoring the seriousness of the charge. Don't be an idiot and incur such needless damage to yourself by trying to handle this alone because trust me, you won't win and you sure as hell will lose big. The Law Offices of Mark T, Hurt will work with you and as my title here states, a Promise they make is a Promise they keep. Just be sure to hold up your end & do exactly what they tell you to do because if you do that, you will surely come out ahead. So thank you Mark and thank your wonderful staff. All of you are superb in what you do and are true to your word. Just please don't hold it against me if during my next trip south I choose to fly over Virginia rather than drive through it. Hell, those folks are so overzealous in trapping folks in speed traps that right now I'm even afraid of taking the train through that state for fear that they might stop it for speeding and ticket everyone on board. Hey, you never know. Anyway, thanks again Mark and God Bless. With Kindest Regards, Eric

Natalie
March 17, 2022

Frankie put me at ease with her knowledge, compassion, and efficiency! She knew exactly what to do which put me at ease. My questions answered, ease of communication via email and phone, which is nice in today’s voicemail world, reasonable fee, and efficient. Highly recommend Frankie’s professional legal service to anyone who needs!! Thank you, Frankie!

Feng
March 14, 2022

Frankie really helped me out. My Reckless Driving charge was reduced down to a Simple Speeding infraction with a fine. Trust worthy law firm!

Seth
March 11, 2022

Frankie Coleman was great to work with and delivered on her promise to get my speeding citation dismissed, with a little work on my part (pass a defensive driving class). She was friendly, knowledgeable, positive, and responsive to my questions & emails. In fact, I had been contacted two other "big" law firms regarding my ticket who then both declined to take my case citing a difficult county court & judge. As an out-of-stater, I was bummed. I thought I would try one last time with a local law firm and found Mark T. Hurt. Frankie responded quickly to my voice-mail. She didn't flinch and was immediately optimistic that she and the MTH law team could get the case dismissed with no points and no impact to my insurance. And they nailed it!! (3rd time is the charm, right?) I would HIGHLY recommend the Mark T. Hurt Law Firm (and Frankie Coleman in particular) for dealing with traffic citations along I-81, particularly in the VA/TN bi-state region. You will be well-served.

Leilani
March 3, 2022

I am so grateful for the team that helped me out. Especially Frankie who always kept in contact with me. I am currently living out of state but had gotten a traffic ticket while visiting. I thought it would be a hard process to take care of, but Frankie really kept excellent communication through phone, email and even text messages, as it pertains to my case and I was always in the loop. She let me know exactly what I needed and how to get certain documents online for them to use in court. The whole time she was fair and patient . The lawyer is amazing and very knowledgeable, I couldn’t be more happy with the outcome of my case, it was better than I had expected. I would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.

Marco
March 1, 2022

About a month ago I was coming back back from Tennessee with the family! I got stopped in Washington county somewhere in Virginia! I started doing my research and asking some buddies for help since I had never gotten pull over in a different county! They did and told me to hire somewhere in that area so I did and found them ( Mark T Hurt ) gave them a call. Was blessed with the help of Laura and had a good talk with her. Started explaining everything and the process and I knew right away it was going to end good. Court was today and she made my day with the end result I didn’t expect that turn out! She was a big amazing help kept it professional and saw the interest in my situation. Thank you so much Laura! I really appreciate and if someone is in trouble there the ones to go to! Even better if you ask for Laura! You’ll be in good hands no doubt! Thanks again! I’ll stay out of trouble! (:

Edson
March 1, 2022

Great job guys… Dr Mark and his team did an amazing job on mu case… fast answer phone calls that is very important today because most of the offices has machines answering calls. Thank you…

John
February 25, 2022

I hired this attorney to represent me in a recent court case to get a traffic infraction reduced, and they did exactly as they promised. Not only was I satisfied with the outcome, I am very satisfied with the entire interaction as they were very personable and comforting. Thank you all again!

anonymous
February 24, 2022

Frankie is very nice and friendly and available all the time when I need to contact her.I got first RD ticket in VA and when I contacted the firm, Frankie explained all the process and cleared all my doubts. I was little worried since it was my first ticket. And the final outcome is amazing. Really appreciate Frankie.