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04 Aug, 2018 by Suzanne
From the moment I contacted Rosenberg & Gluck, I was treated like a top priority. Erin Hargis took on my case in April 2016 with confidence, fighting hard for me for over two years and earning me a settlement award that was over double the initial offer! Talented, thorough and effective are all words I would use to describe Erin, but she is also compassionate, responsive and personable. Above all, she made me feel optimistic in spite of my suffering and she assured me in many ways that she and her colleagues were invested in my case and invested in my well being as well. Thank you, Erin! You exceeded my expectations!
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03 Jan, 2018 by Bryan
I will recommend Ms. Hargis to family, friends or anyone else. She told me what to expect in disposition and how to handle it. Time and time again, she answered my questions thoroughly. She was very patient and always on top of my case. ***I was awarded the highest amount allowed to me. :) Truly professional.
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02 Oct, 2016 by Tiffany
Erin Hargis was my attorney for my personal injury case. My case went on for 3 years and for those 3 years Erin was in contact with me the whole time with every step and keeping me updated. During deposition I was nervous and Erin sat with me before hand to go over everything, she made me feel very comfortable with the whole process. Every time I called or emailed her she responded immediately, I was very appreciative of her services, my case is now over and I can say this was a very positive experience. I highly recommend Erin Hargis she is very good at what she does and I trusted her the whole way.
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08 Nov, 2017 by Kenneth
She was very helpful and explained everything to me and my wife. I appreciate everything this lawyer did for us.
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05 Sep, 2024 by John doe
So far so good. Came recommended by a family friend. Quick to help and knowledgeable. They take charge and help things stay smooth.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Austin vaccaro
Mike is one of the greatest lawyers. He explained everything and made sure I understood it all. He always returned my calls and answered my questions and concerns. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
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01 Aug, 2024 by Kenneth koos jr
I knew a lot of people who I Talk to and says they were going to use this place and I told them no, My accident was 2009 through a work accident, I was getting Work is Comp, which was helping me, but then it started getting lower and lower and lower. I was getting treatment for my neck which kind of was helping with four bulging and herniated disc in my neck. I didn’t like that I had to show up and not be able to talk to the other side, and tell them my opinion so I never knew what was going on behind closed doors then it became a rush job saying just take their offer because if it goes to the trial. I might get nothing which I wasn’t worried about money. I was worried about medical for my neck 2024 and I still deal with chronic pain in my neck, with bad headaches and nauseousness back-and-forth to jobs because I can only do so much with my arms it triggers my neck and to do jobs without labor, you have to have years of experience nobody wants to train you There are times I’m in bed nauseous and throwing up due to my neck so good luck everybody
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05 Sep, 2024 by John doe
So far so good. Came recommended by a family friend. Quick to help and knowledgeable. They take charge and help things stay smooth.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Austin vaccaro
Mike is one of the greatest lawyers. He explained everything and made sure I understood it all. He always returned my calls and answered my questions and concerns. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
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01 Aug, 2024 by Kenneth koos jr
I knew a lot of people who I Talk to and says they were going to use this place and I told them no, My accident was 2009 through a work accident, I was getting Work is Comp, which was helping me, but then it started getting lower and lower and lower. I was getting treatment for my neck which kind of was helping with four bulging and herniated disc in my neck. I didn’t like that I had to show up and not be able to talk to the other side, and tell them my opinion so I never knew what was going on behind closed doors then it became a rush job saying just take their offer because if it goes to the trial. I might get nothing which I wasn’t worried about money. I was worried about medical for my neck 2024 and I still deal with chronic pain in my neck, with bad headaches and nauseousness back-and-forth to jobs because I can only do so much with my arms it triggers my neck and to do jobs without labor, you have to have years of experience nobody wants to train you There are times I’m in bed nauseous and throwing up due to my neck so good luck everybody
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05 Sep, 2024 by John doe
So far so good. Came recommended by a family friend. Quick to help and knowledgeable. They take charge and help things stay smooth.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Austin vaccaro
Mike is one of the greatest lawyers. He explained everything and made sure I understood it all. He always returned my calls and answered my questions and concerns. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
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01 Aug, 2024 by Kenneth koos jr
I knew a lot of people who I Talk to and says they were going to use this place and I told them no, My accident was 2009 through a work accident, I was getting Work is Comp, which was helping me, but then it started getting lower and lower and lower. I was getting treatment for my neck which kind of was helping with four bulging and herniated disc in my neck. I didn’t like that I had to show up and not be able to talk to the other side, and tell them my opinion so I never knew what was going on behind closed doors then it became a rush job saying just take their offer because if it goes to the trial. I might get nothing which I wasn’t worried about money. I was worried about medical for my neck 2024 and I still deal with chronic pain in my neck, with bad headaches and nauseousness back-and-forth to jobs because I can only do so much with my arms it triggers my neck and to do jobs without labor, you have to have years of experience nobody wants to train you There are times I’m in bed nauseous and throwing up due to my neck so good luck everybody
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05 Sep, 2024 by John doe
So far so good. Came recommended by a family friend. Quick to help and knowledgeable. They take charge and help things stay smooth.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Austin vaccaro
Mike is one of the greatest lawyers. He explained everything and made sure I understood it all. He always returned my calls and answered my questions and concerns. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
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01 Aug, 2024 by Kenneth koos jr
I knew a lot of people who I Talk to and says they were going to use this place and I told them no, My accident was 2009 through a work accident, I was getting Work is Comp, which was helping me, but then it started getting lower and lower and lower. I was getting treatment for my neck which kind of was helping with four bulging and herniated disc in my neck. I didn’t like that I had to show up and not be able to talk to the other side, and tell them my opinion so I never knew what was going on behind closed doors then it became a rush job saying just take their offer because if it goes to the trial. I might get nothing which I wasn’t worried about money. I was worried about medical for my neck 2024 and I still deal with chronic pain in my neck, with bad headaches and nauseousness back-and-forth to jobs because I can only do so much with my arms it triggers my neck and to do jobs without labor, you have to have years of experience nobody wants to train you There are times I’m in bed nauseous and throwing up due to my neck so good luck everybody
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05 Sep, 2024 by John doe
So far so good. Came recommended by a family friend. Quick to help and knowledgeable. They take charge and help things stay smooth.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Austin vaccaro
Mike is one of the greatest lawyers. He explained everything and made sure I understood it all. He always returned my calls and answered my questions and concerns. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
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01 Aug, 2024 by Kenneth koos jr
I knew a lot of people who I Talk to and says they were going to use this place and I told them no, My accident was 2009 through a work accident, I was getting Work is Comp, which was helping me, but then it started getting lower and lower and lower. I was getting treatment for my neck which kind of was helping with four bulging and herniated disc in my neck. I didn’t like that I had to show up and not be able to talk to the other side, and tell them my opinion so I never knew what was going on behind closed doors then it became a rush job saying just take their offer because if it goes to the trial. I might get nothing which I wasn’t worried about money. I was worried about medical for my neck 2024 and I still deal with chronic pain in my neck, with bad headaches and nauseousness back-and-forth to jobs because I can only do so much with my arms it triggers my neck and to do jobs without labor, you have to have years of experience nobody wants to train you There are times I’m in bed nauseous and throwing up due to my neck so good luck everybody
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05 Sep, 2024 by John doe
So far so good. Came recommended by a family friend. Quick to help and knowledgeable. They take charge and help things stay smooth.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Austin vaccaro
Mike is one of the greatest lawyers. He explained everything and made sure I understood it all. He always returned my calls and answered my questions and concerns. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
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01 Aug, 2024 by Kenneth koos jr
I knew a lot of people who I Talk to and says they were going to use this place and I told them no, My accident was 2009 through a work accident, I was getting Work is Comp, which was helping me, but then it started getting lower and lower and lower. I was getting treatment for my neck which kind of was helping with four bulging and herniated disc in my neck. I didn’t like that I had to show up and not be able to talk to the other side, and tell them my opinion so I never knew what was going on behind closed doors then it became a rush job saying just take their offer because if it goes to the trial. I might get nothing which I wasn’t worried about money. I was worried about medical for my neck 2024 and I still deal with chronic pain in my neck, with bad headaches and nauseousness back-and-forth to jobs because I can only do so much with my arms it triggers my neck and to do jobs without labor, you have to have years of experience nobody wants to train you There are times I’m in bed nauseous and throwing up due to my neck so good luck everybody
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05 Sep, 2024 by John doe
So far so good. Came recommended by a family friend. Quick to help and knowledgeable. They take charge and help things stay smooth.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Austin vaccaro
Mike is one of the greatest lawyers. He explained everything and made sure I understood it all. He always returned my calls and answered my questions and concerns. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
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01 Aug, 2024 by Kenneth koos jr
I knew a lot of people who I Talk to and says they were going to use this place and I told them no, My accident was 2009 through a work accident, I was getting Work is Comp, which was helping me, but then it started getting lower and lower and lower. I was getting treatment for my neck which kind of was helping with four bulging and herniated disc in my neck. I didn’t like that I had to show up and not be able to talk to the other side, and tell them my opinion so I never knew what was going on behind closed doors then it became a rush job saying just take their offer because if it goes to the trial. I might get nothing which I wasn’t worried about money. I was worried about medical for my neck 2024 and I still deal with chronic pain in my neck, with bad headaches and nauseousness back-and-forth to jobs because I can only do so much with my arms it triggers my neck and to do jobs without labor, you have to have years of experience nobody wants to train you There are times I’m in bed nauseous and throwing up due to my neck so good luck everybody
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05 Sep, 2024 by John doe
So far so good. Came recommended by a family friend. Quick to help and knowledgeable. They take charge and help things stay smooth.
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01 Aug, 2024 by Austin vaccaro
Mike is one of the greatest lawyers. He explained everything and made sure I understood it all. He always returned my calls and answered my questions and concerns. Everyone in the office is very friendly and helpful. 10/10 would recommend
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01 Aug, 2024 by Kenneth koos jr
I knew a lot of people who I Talk to and says they were going to use this place and I told them no, My accident was 2009 through a work accident, I was getting Work is Comp, which was helping me, but then it started getting lower and lower and lower. I was getting treatment for my neck which kind of was helping with four bulging and herniated disc in my neck. I didn’t like that I had to show up and not be able to talk to the other side, and tell them my opinion so I never knew what was going on behind closed doors then it became a rush job saying just take their offer because if it goes to the trial. I might get nothing which I wasn’t worried about money. I was worried about medical for my neck 2024 and I still deal with chronic pain in my neck, with bad headaches and nauseousness back-and-forth to jobs because I can only do so much with my arms it triggers my neck and to do jobs without labor, you have to have years of experience nobody wants to train you There are times I’m in bed nauseous and throwing up due to my neck so good luck everybody
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27 Aug, 2024 by Anthony ferrara
Heather is an excellent attorney and very knowledgeable!
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31 Jul, 2024 by Charles paciullo
Absolutely amazing staff. Dean is the most excellent professional and he got the job done. I now have custody of my boys. I would highly recommend and refer him to anyone. Huge thanks to him and all involved. A huge weight finally lifted off my shoulders
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08 Jul, 2024 by Donna maddalone
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27 Aug, 2024 by Anthony ferrara
Heather is an excellent attorney and very knowledgeable!
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31 Jul, 2024 by Charles paciullo
Absolutely amazing staff. Dean is the most excellent professional and he got the job done. I now have custody of my boys. I would highly recommend and refer him to anyone. Huge thanks to him and all involved. A huge weight finally lifted off my shoulders
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08 Jul, 2024 by Donna maddalone
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27 Aug, 2024 by Anthony ferrara
Heather is an excellent attorney and very knowledgeable!
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31 Jul, 2024 by Charles paciullo
Absolutely amazing staff. Dean is the most excellent professional and he got the job done. I now have custody of my boys. I would highly recommend and refer him to anyone. Huge thanks to him and all involved. A huge weight finally lifted off my shoulders
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08 Jul, 2024 by Arielle lane
As the daughter of a client of Dean Sallahs I am so grateful for his legal guidance and representation for all these years! He is a respected and selfless man who is very wise in his profession.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Anthony ferrara
Heather is an excellent attorney and very knowledgeable!
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31 Jul, 2024 by Charles paciullo
Absolutely amazing staff. Dean is the most excellent professional and he got the job done. I now have custody of my boys. I would highly recommend and refer him to anyone. Huge thanks to him and all involved. A huge weight finally lifted off my shoulders
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08 Jul, 2024 by Arielle lane
As the daughter of a client of Dean Sallahs I am so grateful for his legal guidance and representation for all these years! He is a respected and selfless man who is very wise in his profession.
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27 Aug, 2024 by Anthony ferrara
Heather is an excellent attorney and very knowledgeable!
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31 Jul, 2024 by Charles paciullo
Absolutely amazing staff. Dean is the most excellent professional and he got the job done. I now have custody of my boys. I would highly recommend and refer him to anyone. Huge thanks to him and all involved. A huge weight finally lifted off my shoulders
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26 Jun, 2024 by Michael romagnolo
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08 Nov, 2020 by Jackie
Penny is a very professional lawyer. I like that she responds right away to texts or email. She knows her stuff!
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22 Jun, 2019 by Gary
I highly recommend hiring Penny S. Slomovitz-Glaser. I called Suffolk County Bar Association asking for a Real Estate Attorney in my local area. Having met with Ms. Penney, I was very pleased to hear how she was going to solve my problem and how diligent and efficient she was. I am grateful for all her help in this matter.
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15 Dec, 2016 by Lynda hickey
I first retained Penny back in 2001 when I separated from my husband of 20 years. Penny prepared our separation agreement which eventually was to become our divorce agreement. Fast forward 15 years and my ex-husband filed against me to be relieved of his maintenance payments. Penny had prepared an iron-clad agreement which held up. She was there every step of the way as my advocate, always responding quickly and professionally to all my questions and calls. We won a three-tier motion which gave me the leverage to negotiate a very positive result for me. I would recommend her whole-heartedly and sincerely appreciate all her hard work and persistence. She was also very fair with her fee schedule and I would use her again in a heartbeat.
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26 Jun, 2024 by Lisa r
Very professional,When u need legal advice when u are not sure where to start .Will guide you in the right direction.Very pleasant and truly has a heart during what ever difficult time you are going through.Highly Recommend.
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03 Nov, 2022 by Anonymous
I hired this attorney and I'm still deciding to write my review at this time. I feel he may be overwnotorked and maybe he tries to help you but i feel he may just be too busy with too many clients
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27 Aug, 2021 by Anonymous
My interaction with this firm has been my worst interaction with any law firm in my life. Actually my interaction with Tor has been my worst interaction with anybody in life. Tor overbills, lies to his clients, and the office staff represent themselves as attorneys but they are merely paralegals and not licensed to practice law. When confronted with his lies, Tor threatens you as a client that he will bill you more for the discussion. If you are in need of an attorney, you are better off going to legal aid. And that says a lot. Stay far away unless you want your headache to become a nightmare.
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When meeting with a lawyer for the first time, it's important to ask the right questions to understand their expertise and determine if they're the right fit for your legal needs. Here are some top questions to consider:

  1. What experience do you have with cases similar to mine?
    Ensure the lawyer has relevant experience in the specific area of law pertaining to your case.
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    Understand the fee structure, including hourly rates, flat fees, retainer fees, and any additional expenses.
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      For routine legal services like drafting a will or handling an uncontested divorce, lawyers might offer a flat fee.
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      Common in personal injury cases; the lawyer receives a percentage (typically 25% to 40%) of any settlement or award.
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