You’ve been injured in an accident. You think you have a good case. Your friends tell you there’s a good case and urge you to hire a lawyer right away. You call a few lawyers but no one wants to take your case. You are frustrated. You think the lawyers somehow are conspiring against you. […]
Lawyers … Clients … And Phone Calls
One of the biggest complaints clients have about their lawyers is that they don’t always return phone calls. This is also one of the big reasons why a client may fire his or her lawyer and hire another. As a practicing personal injury attorney for 35 years, I’ve gotten some great cases due to another […]
Legal Malpractice Can Be Hard To Prove
Everybody makes mistakes… even seasoned professionals. That is why most doctors, dentists, accountants and lawyers protect themselves by carrying malpractice insurance. An injured patient, or client, will usually seek to sue the professional for the harm he or she has caused. When a lawyer is sued, it is called legal malpractice. Legal malpractice cases are […]
Funny Courtroom Testimony
Most trial lawyers are skilled at asking probing questions of witnesses. Sometimes, however, the witness is not on the same page as the lawyer. Here are some real life questions and answers heard in American courtrooms over the years. Of course, I cannot vouch for the authenticity of these exchanges. It is up to you […]
Understanding Insurance Companies and Adjusters
There are two different scenarios where you might be involved with an insurance company (or one of its adjusters.). One is where you are the policyholder making a claim under your own policy and the other is where you are making a claim against the carrier’s policyholder. If you are dealing with your own insurance […]
The Lawyer Settled My Case. Can I Reopen It?
As a practicing personal injury lawyer for over 35 years, I often get asked the question, “Can I reopen my case?” Unfortunately the answer is always “no.” Once a settlement offer has been accepted, a release has been signed and sent to the insurance carrier, the claim has forever come to an end. A big […]
“Can I Sue?” Is Always The Wrong Question To Ask A Lawyer
Ask any personal injury lawyer and they will tell you the number one question asked of them is “Can I sue?” Coming in a close second is “Do I have a case?” Both questions miss the mark, however, as the real question that accident victims should be asking is “Do I have a case worth […]
Top Five Mistakes People Make When Buying Car Insurance
Choosing the right insurance company is a big decision. But choosing the right insurance coverage is the most important issue you face when buying insurance. Here are the top five mistakes people make when buying car insurance. 1. Not Buying Enough Liability Coverage Each state sets minimum liability limits for the purchase of automobile insurance. […]
Are There Really Lawyers Like Saul Goodman?
As an attorney, I am often asked how realistic is the Saul Goodman character on the AMC hit series Breaking Bad. I tell them, while I’ve known my share of ethically challenged lawyers, there are not many real-time Saul Goodmans out there. For one thing, any lawyer having as weak a moral compass as Saul […]
Types of Personal Injury Cases
Personal Injury Lawyers handle many types of cases. If you’ve been injured in any type of accident, or are the victim of malpractice, it is wise to consult with a lawyer regarding your rights. While not every injury amounts to a case, all too often accident victims fail to receive compensation for their injuries because […]
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