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30 Mar, 2016 by Randy
Attorney Ross defended myself and my siblings in a frivolous civil injury case. ( a State agency worker claimed he fell and was injured at my 87 year old Moyher's residence while delivering Meals on Wheels).
Attorney Ross was never disrespectful to the Plaintiff during the jury trial, even though the Plaintiff had a history of many past claims and had been on Workman's Compensation from 3 different jobs. Attorney Ross researched the facts of the case and compiled in a very solid fashion to present a solid defense. He never lowered his defense to question the character of the Plaintiff, he only used facts. He raised my opinion of his profession in how professionally and ethically he defended our position.
Whereas the Plaintiff's attorney wAs very aggressive, insulting, insinuating and disrespectful to me and my family. The Plaintiff attorney solidified my unfavorable opinion of unsavory injury lawyers.
Attorney Ross through his professional and solid work won the jury case for us in a 12 member unanimous decision. The 2 alternates also agreed in an after the verdict conversation.
I would highly recommend Attorney Ross to anyone desiring a moral professional on their side.
I rate Attorney Ross a 10 on a scale of 1-10.
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07 Jan, 2016 by Debbie
Attorney Dwayne Ross is by far a rare find today. His integrity, character, and trustworthiness is evidenced upon first meeting him. He is not only knowledgeable of law and procedure but always has his client's best interest at heart. Rising above and beyond the call of this profession to ensure that his client is informed and cared for. You will not find another that will provide you with this unmatched skill and service. The office staff and associates of Attorney Ross are equally cordial and skilled in their area of expertise. I will be forever grateful that Dwayne was recommended to me and I without hesitation will continue to refer him to friends, family, or anyone in need of a lawyer.
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17 Jul, 2017 by Christopher
I called John when it seemed I would not be finding anyone that could help. I feel much different now. very intelligent and straightforward. very good attorney
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15 Mar, 2014 by Patti
I was pleased with the discussion concerning my will(s) so pleased that I asked Attorney Hauser to draw up new documents which are so much better for me than what I had. I understood him and appreciate his explanations which helped me make good decisions
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05 Oct, 2012 by John
Mr. Shroyer has represented me in my interests of my children for the last 5 years. Throughout this incredibly frustrating time, he has made sure that I am well advised, informed, and kept up to date with the details and facts of my case.
His results have been outstanding, and he has never faltered in his efforts to further my case.
Custody matters are a harrowing experience, and Mr. Shroyer is well versed and experienced in those matters, and has an innate ability to guide his client through this type of ordeal.
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25 Jan, 2018 by Roxxane
Jessica was exceptional she handeled everything and followed up on new thing that came about . She never left me and my wife in the dark on anything. Would hire her again definitely.
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05 Oct, 2022 by Anonymous
Jason is the guy for you if you physically abuse a woman and need to get away with it. He will send you to anger management classes so you look good in front of the judge, and then you can go beat up women some more.
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11 Jun, 2015 by Josh
Ive used jason for multiple duis in two countys at the same time. Jason was there for not only me while incarcerated but my family as well. Jason is a great guy to have in your corner while your going threw the court process start to finish. I was very pleased with my outcome and refer ANYONE who needs an attorney! Especially in westmoreland county due to jays experience as an ADA, he knows it from prosecution to defense if theres a way out jay will find it!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JASON, and i have. Everyone ive ever sent to Jason has been pleased with there outcomes.
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20 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
This man took my money (cash only) and told me how great he was and that I should "beat a tree" to get my anger out. I gave him all the information he needed to prove my case. He lost it all. He forgot everything I told him. When we went to the hearing, he had no idea what he was talking about, stood there and made a fool out of himself and out of me! The judge yelled at him. The other lawyer just played with him. Needless to say, I lost a case that I thought would be a piece of cake. I am so upset and angry.
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28 Jul, 2012 by Anonymous
He was difficult to reach. Would never call me back. Charged way too much and would only take cash.
He was weird. Kept talking about beating trees with a baseball bat.
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11 Jul, 2011 by Anonymous
Mr. Roth helped me with not only my legal issue, but so much more! He helped me understand the laws involving divorce and custody, and even better, helped give me the confidence I needed at a very difficult time. He is a winner, a kind, knowledgeable, very honorable attorney!
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13 Oct, 2018 by Anonymous
My daughter was court appointment this so called attorney. She showed up to her first hearing and could not provide any information at all. My daughter was ordered to have a D&A evaluation within 5 weeks of her incarceration. After the 5 weeks had come and gone I tried to reach Ms. Keim to question her as to why it had not been done no no avail. She NEVER called me back. She apparently has no secretary because all I ever got was her voicemail. I left messages at her office and on her cell phone begging her to call me back. My daughters hearing before the judge was an even bigger joke. I called her the day of the hearing and begged her to call me, I even offered her money if that is what it was going to take for a return phone call. I NEVER got that call. I was at the courthouse praying that she would be there to represent my daughter, that is how much faith I had in this woman. She did in fact show up but she knew nothing about my daughter. She had NO file on my daughter. All she had on her was her purse. She was questioning me about the case and then decided to get the prosecutors file to remind her of my daughters case. She looked at me and said “your daughter isn’t getting out today, she never had her evaluation done”. SHE WOULD HAVE KNOWN THIS HAD SHE RETURNED MY PHONE CALLS!!!! She went in front of the judge without having my daughter there to see or hear what was happening! My daughter had every right to appear in front of the judge on her own case but was not given that right!!! There is so much more but unfortunately my daughter is still in jail and has this woman to blame for it. The judge said that he wanted her in front of him within 24 hrs of the evaluation. It was done the very next day. 24 hrs has come and gone. WE NEED HELP!!! How to I protect my daughter from any further injustice?? Please do not hire this woman! Again, my daughter was court appointed her.... WE DID NOT HAVE A COICE!!
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28 Jan, 2013 by Anonymous
I didn’t have a choice on if I wanted her as a lawyer for my daughter. The courts appointed her to my case. She would NEVER return any of my phone calls no matter how many times I called. Me and my daughter had to meet with her before the hearing but never got to because she never called me back to set up the appointment. Even when I called her office her secretary couldn’t give me a day or time till she spoke to Amy. I hired my own attorney because of this. My attorney I hired even said to me, "Amy will not call you back or anyone!" I even went as far as sending Amy certified mail with a hand written letter to her stating I need to speak to her ASAP and need to meet with her before the hearing. I got nothing back from her or her office. I was told she doesn't have an email address. The day of the hearing was even more of a joke. Since she only knew what I told her at the 1st hearing and what my daughter’s dad told her she knew nothing of what went on during the 2 months after the 1st hearing till the last one. I can go on and on about so much more she did or didn’t do but there’s not enough room to type all of it. My thought is if you are thinking about hiring her DONT! One more thing I didn’t like about her is, my daughter’s father tested positive for marijuana more than once there and that was OK!! I was told, now of days everyone does it!! REALLY I don’t nor does anyone I know!! I’m trying to teach my child drugs are bad and here’s a court saying its ok!
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