Catastrophic Injury, Wrongful Death and Business Litigation Blog

Lawyer Who Wouldn’t Stop Talking Suspended

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Sun, 11 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

If you think lawyers talk too much, you have to read this new blog post...

Recently, a Tennessee lawyer was suspended from the practice of law when he kept talking after a federal judge ordered him to keep quiet. A Chief U.S. District Judge said this talkative lawyer "harbors a disrespect for the institutional role of the judge," and that "this disrespect is so ingrained and deep-seated that he seems unable to realize its full extent, and he expresses it in ways that are clearly detrimental to himself".

This lawyer was also convicted of contempt, fined $5,000 and sentenced to probation for the incident. During the hearing, the lawyer was being questioned about a possible conflict of interest. He was accused of repeatedly interrupting or speaking above the judge, of claiming the prosecution was conspiring to prevent him from trying cases, and of threatening to remain mute. When the judge asked him to keep quiet, this asked to speak to his client, prompting the judge to order him jailed.

Enough said...

What You Need to Do If You Are In an Automobile, Motorcycle or Truck Accident

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Mon, 12 May 2008 09:12:16 GMT

The most common question we're asked on a weekly basis is, "What Do I Do If I'm Involved In An Accident?"

This podcast is designed to answer this question and to tell you exactly what you need to do to protect your legal rights (even if the accident was your fault).

If you have any questions or comments after listening to this podcast, please give us a call. We can be reached via our web site at www.jacksonwilson.com or our toll free number 800-661-7044.

Copies of Insurance Policies- Do you have a copy of yours?

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Mon, 12 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Copies of Insurance Policies- Do you have a copy of yours?

Would you buy a car or house sight unseen? Most people wouldn't but when it comes to purchasing insurance, that's exactly what most people do.

Jonathan Stein, a fellow plaintiff's attorney in Northern California, posted a very interesting article on his blog (California Personal Injury and Insurance Blog http://www.calpiblog.com/) which really captured my attention. Here's Jonathan's post in part...

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"This is a fascinating topic for me. It came up in the course of an interview I gave to a reporter on a topic. (I will leave that for another time, after the article is published.) We discussed how you get a copy of an insurance policy.

I called the California Department of Insurance. I asked for a policy. After all, they keep them all there. The answer: The DOI does not give you copies of policies. Why? Because they don't know which policy, if any, you would get from a specific insurer.

So, I called some local agents. These were agents for some of the major insurance companies. I asked for a specimen policy. I was told that I could not get a specimen (sample) policy.

It is fascinating to me that insurance companies sell a product but they will not let you see the product before you buy it. Imagine buying a car without test driving it. Or buying a house sight unseen. You would never do that, but insurance companies won't let you see what you buy until after you buy it. Amazing!

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I believe Jonathan was an insurance claims adjuster before becoming a lawyer and his insight into this disclosure issue should be taken seriously. We strongly suggest that you contact each of your insurance companies and ask for a recent and updated certified copy of your policies. When you get the policies... read and make sure you understand all of the terms and conditions!

18th Innocent Man Freed in Texas- DNA evidence rocks!

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Sat, 10 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Unlike yesterday's blog post about an obnoxious attorney ordered to write a paper on civility for remarks made in poor taste, today's post has to do with lawyers making a positive difference in the lives of people wrongful accused of crimes.

Last week and for the 18th time in approximately seven years, an innocent man cleared by DNA testing reportedly has been released from prison by one Texas county. After serving 27 years in prison for the murder of his girlfriend, 55-year-old James Woodard walked out of a Dallas courtroom yesterday, a free man.

Woodard could have been released earlier, if he admitted his "guilt" in the rape-murder to the state parole board. But he refused to do so. "It says a lot about your character that you were more interested in the truth than your freedom," state District Judge Mark Stoltz told Woodard as he ordered his release.

Lawyer Who Made Snarky Comments Punished

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Fri, 09 May 2008 15:01:00 GMT

A lawyer who ordered opposing counsel to "sit quietly in the corner" and "be like a potted plant" has been ordered by a U.S. District Judge to write an article on civility for that remark and other cutting comments.

Several of these lawyer's comments include the following:

"I am in receipt of your second fax. …. Please stop the charade. Your self-serving comments are putting me to sleep."

"There are people out there who work hard every day—like teachers, coaches, policemen and firemen. …. Then there are people like you who seem to thrive on creating havoc. People like you have no intention of making the world a better place to live. Their only interest is in making lots of money."

"Please spare me your phony sermons. I do not want any more of your self-serving letters; save the paper."

"Can you not say anything in a page or less? Who are you? You’re just a broker who refers difficult cases to experienced lawyers. You’re a witness in this case. Be like a potted plant and sit quietly in the corner."

From everyone at Jackson & Wilson to you-- Welcome to our world and have a wonderful day!

FREE- Useful Consumer Resources and Internet Links

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Tue, 06 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Consumers can get free answers to many of their legal questions by going to our Consumer Info page at www.jacksonwilson.com/resources

Not only will you find useful and relevant legal articles you can put to use right away to protect your rights, but you'll also find links to the following areas of interest:

Books, Articles and Reports
Blogs
Trial Practice Tips (primarily for other lawyers)
News and Updates
California Executive Branch
California Legislative Branch
California Judicial Branch
National Trial Lawyer Associations
California Local Trial Lawyer Associations
Bar Associations
Legal Education
Media

Consumer Organizations

Auto Safety
Child Safety
Civil Justice
Civil Rights
Consumer Rights
Consumer Safety
DES
Drunk Driving
Environment
Insurance Consumers
Patient Safety
Patriot Act Information
Senior Citizen Safety
Voter Education
Worker Safety

If you have any follow-up questions, please feel free to contact us by going to www.jacksonwilson.com

Child Drownings

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Mon, 05 May 2008 15:51:34 GMT

Unfortunately, we've handled many wrongful drowning cases over the years and almost without exception, most of the drownings which involved small children could have easily been avoided.

Here are several important statistics obtained from the Orange County Fire Authority and Orange County Coroner…

Since 2000, between four and twelve children age 4 and under have died each year from accidental drownings in Orange County.
Of children who survive near-drownings, 5 to 20 percent suffer severe and permanent disabilities.
Within 30 second under later, a child loses consciousness. Within 4-6 minutes, the child suffers irreparable brain damage.
Within 10 minutes, the child can be brain-dead.

And this statistic was really a shocker to me…

A child age 4 and under is 14 times more likely to die from a swimming pool incident than a car crash.

Safety tips to avoid drownings are posted at this blog and at our web site. Please let us know if you have any questions or comments. We can be reached via our web site at www.jacksonwilson.com

Pit Bull Attacks Two Men

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Mon, 05 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Two Buena Park men are recovering from wounds they suffered after a recent pit bull attack. Larry Zimmerman, 43, was attacked by the pit bull as he walked his own dog in the gated community of College Park. After attacking Zimmerman, the dog then turned on his neighbor James Kim, 59.

Zimmerman and his Siberian husky, Zorro, were out for a walk when two dogs began to nip at the husky. The dogs started attacking him and he climbed onto a nearby car's roof. One of the dogs then tried to pull him off. "I kicked the (expletive) out of that dog. I fought for my life," Zimmerman said.

The dog then ran down the street toward Kim, 59, who was taking an evening stroll with his wife, and attacked them.

Zimmerman spent the night at La Palma Intercommunity Hospital for bites on both of his legs and his left arm. Kim received five stitches in his chest.

"I love dogs and everything," Zimmerman said from his hospital bed on Thursday afternoon. "But you need to have control of your dogs. If you can't control your dog, get rid of it."

If you've been attacked by a dog or other animal, please give us a call. In California, the owner is normally stricly liable for your injuries and damages and in some cases, his or her homeowner's insurance will cover the claim. Go to www.JacksonWilson.com

Teen Injured by Truck Awarded $15 Million

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Sat, 03 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

A Los Angeles Superior Court jury has awarded more than $15 million in compensatory damages to a teenager who suffered permanent brain injuries after his mother's car was struck by a Southern California Gas Co. truck in 2005.

The minor victim, now 17, was a passenger in the family's Chrysler sedan when it was hit by a gas company-owned pickup truck. The truck driver admitted runing a red light and striking the passenger side of the victim's sedan.

At the time of the accident, the minor was 14 and he struck in the head by a door frame and was pushed against a console. Almost half of his body was compressed.

After the accident, the minor was comatose for 24 hours and spent nine days in the hospital. He was diagnosed with a permanent frontal-lobe brain injury, which left him cognitively disabled with impaired judgement and an inability to regulate his moods. He also retained a drooping left eye, partial face paralysis and a six-inch scar on his head.

The minor was an active teenager before the accident, earning As and Bs in school and enjoying dirt biking, skateboarding and repairing bicycles. He testified at trial that his personality "completely changed" after the accident. He said he suffers from depression, lacks ambition and can no longer engage in many physical activities. He also reportedly suffers from fatigue, anxiety and speech difficulties.

If you or a loved one is involved in a major automobile, truck or motorcycle accident, please give us a call. We can help! Go to www.jacksonwilson.com

Florida Court Suspends Allstate in Florida

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Fri, 02 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

On April 4, 2008, the District Court of Appeals, First District, State of Florida upheld the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation’s suspension of Allstate from writing insurance in the State of Florida.

The court found Allstate guilty of arbitrary reductions of "bodily injury claim payments to its policyholders and beneficiaries by up to 20%." It also determined that Allstate was engaged in ongoing criminal activity by failing to cooperate with the Office of Insurance Regulation’s investigation of a crime, and that this constituted a danger to the public health, safety or welfare of citizens.

Be smart when it comes to legal matters and litigation. Get experienced counsel on your side. We are always available to answer your questions so never hesitate to call. Go to www.jacksonwilson.com

Law Day- May 1, 2008

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Thu, 01 May 2008 08:04:42 GMT

We truly believe that the American judicial system is the best in the world. A set of laws, rules and procedures which are designed to carefully balance and protect the rights of individuals with state and national interest.

Having said this, we would like you to know that today marks the fiftieth anniversary of Law Day, established in 1958 by President Eisenhower. Law Day was established to cultivate the "respect for law that is so vital to the democratic way of life" and to inspire equality and justice in "relations with each other and with other countries."

Never hesitate to find out about and protect your legal rights. We're here if you need us. Just visit www.jacksonwilson.com

The Wall Street Journal's Law Blog

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Thu, 01 May 2008 03:00:00 GMT

If you're looking for daily updates about law and the business of law, I highly recommend The Wall Street Journal's Law Blog. Dan Slater is the lead writer and before becoming a journalist, Dan worked as a litigator at a New York law firm. You can check the Blog out by going to http://blogs.wsj.com/law

New Ruling- Supreme Court Upholds Taxation Of Damages for Emotional Distress...

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Personal injury victims must now pay taxes on damages for emotional distress and loss of reputation.

The U.S. Constitution provides that victims of personal injury are not required to pay incomes taxes on compensation they may receive for their injuries and damages. Specifically, the 16th Amendment of our Constitution bars such taxation for nonphysical personal injuries.

Despite this fact and an earlier unanimous three-judge appellate court ruling which confirmed the 16th Amendment protection, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday let stand a lower court's ruling that personal injury plaintiffs DO have to pay taxes on compensatory damages for emotional distress or loss of reputation.

Visit our main web site for more info. Go to www.jacksonwilson.com

New Ruling- Passenger Laptop Data Viewable- No suspicion necessary!

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 03:00:00 GMT

On Monday, a federal appellate panel gave customs officials the green light to boot up and view data on any airline passengers' laptop computers- without probable cause or reasonable suspicion of a crime. Two of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeal's most conservative judges joined a President Bush appointee from the district court in Oregon, who sat by designation, to reverse a Los Angeles trial judge and OK the searches. U.S. v. Arnold, U.S.C.A. 9th, DAR p. 5592. The panel rejected arguments that officials perusing laptops at airports subject innocent travelers to unconstitutional invasions of their privacy.

Please contact us or visit our main web site for more information. Go to www.jacksonwilson.com

Attorney Referral Fees in California

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Referral and "Joint Partner" Opportunities- Attorney to Attorney Referral Fees

For almost twenty-two years we have enjoyed "win-win" attorney to attorney referral relationships with hundreds of attorneys in California and dozens more across the world. In full compliance with California State Bar Rule 2-200, we always look forward to paying generous attorney to attorney referral fees immediately after receiving payment on a final settlement or judgment.

Here's are several things which differentiate us from other plaintiff firms

First, all of our partners have extensive settlement and trial experience with complicated multimillion dollar cases. All are "AV" rated and actively involved in local, state and national trial lawyer organizations. Our firm is also listed in the prestigious Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. The bottom line is that we have a passion for helping others and enjoy rolling up our sleeves and working hard to protect their rights. We believe that the attorney and client testimonials posted at our web site provided independent third-party validation of this fact. We invite you to take a moment and see for yourself what other people (attorneys and clients) have had to say about our attorneys and firm. Please go to www.jacksonwilson.com

If we accept an incoming referral (yes, we are somewhat selective about the types of cases we agree to take on), that referral will be represented by experienced counsel with the drive, dedication and resources to get the job done! Most of the cases which we do accept involve serious personal injury, wrongful death and business litigation.

We believe there's a lack of appreciation by many attorneys who receive referrals. The reasons probably include a lack of understanding as to the importance of referrals, disorganization, inattentiveness and in some cases, the intentional refusal to pay previously promised referral fees.

In fact, we've referred cases to other firms and never even received a "Thank You" letter. Getting updated is almost impossible and when we check for status, it's not unusual to talk to a paralegal who has no idea what's going- that the case was referred by our office and that we are entitled to an agreed to referral fee. It's scary to think about what amount of referral fee revenue has probably "slipped through the cracks" over the years (note- for the past 10 years we've become very careful about who we refer cases out to. If you think your firm should be on our outgoing referral list, give us a callto discuss setting up a win-win relationship).

Monthly updates and prompt payments

To avoid this problem for attorneys who are thoughtful enough to refer cases to our firm, we make sure to keep them updated on all case developments once a month via their choice of mail, email, facsimile or telephone. They're also free to call for an update any time they wish. Our referral agreement complies with all State Bar Rules and specifically allows us to do this.

Once the case is resolved, the agreed to referral fee is promptly paid with a detailed letter confirming all final disbursements and copies of all applicable documents. We think it's also important to point out that in our final letter to the client, we specifically recommend that the client contact YOU (the original referring attorney) for all future legal questions or needs. We even include your name and contact information. Without exception, all prior attorney-client relationships are always respected.

We understand how important and valuable attorney to attorney referrals can be and because of this, treat each referred client and referral source like gold. Our goal is to develop a long term win-win relationship with the referring attorney.

Each year, we pay out substantial sums to other attorneys relative to referrals and we'd like to include your name on our list of recipients. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss the possibility of future client referrals. If you're busy, trust what we're telling you and simply want to make a referral in the future, when you do, just let our staff know the name of the referral and we'll take care of it from that point forward. It's not unusual for a 60 second referral phone call from the referring attorney or an assistant to be worth thousands, and even tens of thousands of dollars in referral fees down the road.

Let us provide added value to your existing client relationships. We're standing by to provide your client referrals with exceptional legal services. We'll even keep you updated along the way! Feel free to contact us today!

Some Tips On Opening Statements

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 14:27:30 GMT

Conducting a proper Voir Dire and giving a properly presented strong Opening Statement are two good ways to set a favorable tone and win your case early.

First be polite and be yourself. Jurors can read a phony from a mile away. By the same token, being the attorney in the courtroom who comes across as the most likeable, honest and credible will give you a huge advantage.

Next, remember the "2 minute" drill. What do I mean by this? Well, the initial impression of a story or set of facts is critical, It’s always important to tell your story and capture the jury’s attention within the first 2 minutes of your opening.

More than one study has shown that people’s opinions about various issues are decided within the first couple of minutes of discussion. As such, it’s important to make sure you make your point at the beginning of your opening statement.

During your opening, you also need to make sure that you tell the jury what you’re going to say or show them during the trial. During trial, you then need to say, do and show the jury what you promised them in your opening. In your closing, you will remind the jury what you said and what you showed them during the trial.

This builds consistency, familiarity and gives you validity. It’s important to keep this process in mind throughout the entire trial.

Don’t make express or implied promises during opening that you can’t keep. Jurors will remember your promise and take it personally if you break that promise, even if it wasn’t your fault.

For example, in a case where you have a group of people who observed the defendant run a red light, rather than say "Bob Smith is going to come in to court and testify that he saw Mrs. Smith run the red light", it might be better to say something like, "A witnesses will come into court and testify that Mrs. Smith ran the red light." A subtle difference to an important promise. This gives you some level of flexibility should "Bob Smith" leave the country without notice to you. Another witness can be brought in to provide the same or similar testimony. You’ve avoided the appearance of not keeping your promise to the jury.

I read long ago about well know attorney Philip Corboy’s four things to NEVER DO during and opening statement. They read as follows:

NEVER read your opening statement;

NEVER tell the jury that your opening statement is not evidence;

NEVER drink water from in front of the jury (we talked about this in an earlier post- juror’s can’t drink water so why should you be able to?);

NEVER stand immediately in front of the jury. Stand back and give them their space. Four good points worth thinking about and remembering.

Also think twice before objecting to the other side’s opening statement. Most jurors will think you are impolite. Bottom line, don’t risk it if you don’t have to.

Please feel free to give us a callwith any questions or comments.

Boat and Jet Ski Accidents

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 14:28:05 GMT

According to the U.S. Coast Guard, there are nearly 12 million registered boats in the United States, with 95 percent of them being less than 26 feet in length. California has about one million registered recreational vessels.

Collisions with other boats, or other type of water craft, is the most common cause of injury or death in boating accidents. Other causes of injury are slip and falls, reckless driving, drunk driving, boat malfunctions and inexperienced water craft operators. It is a general rule of law that the owner and operator of a boat have a duty to exercise the highest degree of care in order to prevent injuries and death to others.

These same boats account for as many as 80 percent of the underwater impact injuries in which people in the water are struck by a boat or its propeller. The majority of these accidents are the result of operator error, making them one of the most preventable of all types of boating accidents. While boat or propeller strike accidents are relatively few in number, as compared to other types of boating accidents, some of them are severe and have tragic consequences...

Operator inexperience, incompetence, negligence and intoxication are significant contributing factors in reported boat and propeller strikes, as well as in all other types of boating accidents. In almost all cases, the victim is in the water -- a swimmer, scuba diver, fallen water skier or the operator or a passenger.

Many boating case involve complicated areas of law ranging from diversity jurisdiction to state and federal conflict of law issues. Having experienced counsel represent your legal interest is a must.

Every year, the U.S. Coast Guard compiles statistics on reported recreational boating accidents. These statistics are derived from accident reports that are filed by the owners / operators of recreational vessels involved in accidents. The fifty states, five U.S. territories and the District of Columbia submit accident report data to the Coast Guard for inclusion in the annual Boating Statistics publication.

We've handled numerous boat and jet ski accident cases. In one jet ski case, we obtained a million dollar plus gross verdict after the defendant's initial offer of only $1. Chances are, we can help you too!

It is always our pleasure to be of service so please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments.

Nine Questions You Need to Ask Every Attorney You Are Thinking About Hiring To Represent You in Your Personal Injury or Wrongful Death Case...

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:50:25 GMT

Ever wonder what you should ask, or need to ask, a lawyer you are thinking about hiring...especially in a personal injury or wrongful death case? For most new clients, meeting with an attorney can be a challenging experience to say the least.

This is why we've put together a brand new and FREE special report which reveals what we believe to be the most important nine questions (and just as important- the answers) you need to know and ask when you meet with a new attorney.

This report is entitled, "Nine Questions You Need to Ask Every Attorney You Are Thinking About Hiring To Represent You in Your Personal Injury or Wrongful Death Case" You can download this special report and read it right now by going to www.jacksonwilson.com
It will always our pleasure to be of service so please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments.

Train and Railroad Crossing Accidents

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 03:00:00 GMT

Every hundred (100) minutes, someone in America dies as a result of being struck by a train. The occupant of a motor vehicle that collides with a train, is forty (40) times more likely to die, than if they had collided with another motor vehicle. Out of the more than 300,000 rail grade crossings in the United States, more than 80% of all public railroad crossings don’t have lights and gates; one third of these crossings have no active warning device of any kind. Motorists are made unknowingly susceptible by the liability of an approaching train. Warning time is often minimal to nonexistent.

More than half of all railroad mishaps occur at these unprotected crossings. For those lucky enough to survive, the injuries sustained are typically life threatening, requiring extensive surgical intervention, many necessitating amputation. Thus the type of injury which results from a motor vehicle colliding with a train or a child playing on or around a railroad track only emphasizes the need for limited access to railway areas and increased warning devices.

Trains cannot stop in time to prevent a collision from occurring. For while an automobile traveling fifty (50) miles per hour requires approximately fifty (50) feet to come to a stop, it takes a train over a mile and a half to stop traveling from the same rate of speed.

While grade crossing warning signals have become more high-tech and rail traffic has steadily increased, the railroads responsible for maintenance have continuously reduced their workforce, leaving the public at increased risk.

Liability can be established against the railroad by proving vegetation was allowed to grow too high in the right of way, blocking the view of both the engineer and the driver of the vehicle. Often, engineers don’t blow the required whistle sequence because the whistle is so deafeningly loud in the cab of the train. The train’s "black box" can be retrieved which will show use of the whistle and speed of the train prior to impact. Communications between the train crew and dispatchers are recorded. These recordings, through contentious discovery, can be key in establishing liability against the railroad.

It is always our pleasure to be of service so please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments.

Testimonials are a great way to find out what kind of experience other attorneys and clients have had with our firm. Here are just a few examples...

jacksonwilson@gmail.com (Mitch Jackson) — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:46:53 GMT

Why we feel testimonials are important...

"Jackson & Wilson came highly recommended to us from a Superior Court Judge who is a good friend of ours. We were pleased with both the high level of professionalism and the constant concern for our best interest. We were always kept well informed of the status of our case. We feel highly confident in referring Jackson & Wilson to others."

-- Mr. Chris B (Local contractor and Laguna Niguel family man)

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"Lisa Wilson provided us with excellent legal service. Going into a lawsuit I didn't know what to expect. Lisa answered all my questions and was always available to speak to me. She kept me informed and did exactly what she said she would do. I am very happy with the service she provided."

-- Jacqueline Solovy 949-458-8312

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"He (Mitch) has tremendous litigation skills. I've never known another lawyer more prepared or focused. He has the ability to dissect a case much like a skilled surgeon, with absolute calm. Nothing seems to rattle this guy or distract him from his goal on a case, which of course, makes him extremely tough to beat. He's also one of the most ethical lawyers I've ever know."

-- Attorney Charles H. Giampolo, former Head Counsel for Fortune 500 Company Wyle Electronics

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"Lisa was extremely professional and answered all of our questions and addressed all of our concerns. Whenever we called, she either took our call or returned our messages promptly with an update. She went above and beyond to make sure we received a fair settlement. We would definitely recommend and use her in the future."

John and Shelly F.

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"I had the pleasure of trying a case against Mitch last year. I say pleasure because although he was clearly a zealous advocate for his client, he was also a gentleman and a professional. Mitch was always prepared to ethically handle the factual and legal issues that the case presented. If I had a claim, I would want Mitch to handle it"

-- Dan L.- Defense Attorney/Senior Partner, Orange County, California.

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