Today we participated in binding arbitration for a car accident case. Our pre-arbitration demand was $90,000; their offer was $42,000. We received $37,500 more than the insurance companies “best and final offer.” We almost doubled their final offer. We’re are thrilled with the award. The client is overjoyed. She was calm, immensely likable, and very…
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To Tell The Truth / A decir la verdad
When we initially meet with clients we like to hear their versions of the facts. However, we also need to hear the whole story—the good, bad, and ugly. This helps us to prepare a winning strategy for your case. As a lawyer, one of the worst things that can happen is to discover unfavorable facts…
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Hostile Workplace or Boss is just a Jerk? / Lugar de trabajo hostil o jefe que es sólo un idiota?
We get calls daily regarding workplace harassment, bullying, and intimidation. Many people are familiar with the phrase “hostile work environment.” It is important to understand that a “hostile work environment” as a legal term has a very narrow definition. Just because your boss calls you names or your co-workers are unpleasant does not necessarily mean…
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