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13 Oct, 2023 by Mark
I was involved in a hit and run accident. At
first I was hesitant about getting a lawyer, until my Insurance company started giving me the run-around. That's when I called Homa Molayem! Her team is simply amazing. I was always updated in a timely manor an I do believe, with all the new found knowledge given from her team I could become a paralegal. Seriously, they exceed my expectations!
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23 Feb, 2021 by Natalie amoils
18 Apr, 2020 by Brendan g
11 Sep, 2024 by Baby ebrahimi
I got hit by someone who wasn’t insured. I was worried I’d have to handle the damage to my vehicle and injuries myself out of pocket. First pacific law walked me through the process and got everything taken care of for me. They also got me a nice settlement! Definitely recommend them!
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26 Aug, 2024 by Marcy mendoza
I have nothing but good things to say about my attorneys office. I am always informed and they are friendly and efficient. The best.
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22 Aug, 2024 by Jordan asheghian
Maverick law firm is the go to for any car related injury case. Asaf is extremely professional and hard working. Asaf was dedicated to my case and kept me in the loop every step of the way. Couldn’t be happier with my settlement! If you are looking for a professional law firm that gets the job done right, look no further! I highly recommend anyone who has been involved in a car accident to contact them right away.
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31 Jan, 2024 by Vardui
I recently had the pleasure of working with Mr. Lagstein and his team and I cannot emphasize enough how impressed I am with their exceptional skills, professionalism, and dedication. They displayed genuine compassion and empathy throughout the entire process. Their attention to detail and strategic thinking were instrumental in achieving a positive outcome. Absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for legal representation.
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10 Jan, 2023 by Tigran g.
Eran has assisted me with my car accident case. He is absolutely fantastic and did a great job.Beyond being a highly skilled, and extremely knowledgable lawyer, he exhibits reliability that puts you at ease about knowing that your case will be handled fully, professionally, and right. I have always felt welcomed with any questions and concerns. I highly recommend him based on his vast experience and work ethic. Do not hesitate to call him if you are in need of an attorney!
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05 Jan, 2023 by Ben sharabi
Eran is an amazing attorney. He handled my case expertly. Dealt with the insurance company and got me a fair settlement. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a good attorney.
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16 Mar, 2024 by Raina nelson
Eanet, PC was extremely responsive and helpful in guiding me through a tough workplace situation with a successful outcome, I highly recommend!
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29 Jan, 2024 by Steve murillo
Danielle Eanet, Esq and her team have been excellent! They are professional and extremely competent. I would highly recommend their services to anyone!
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29 Jan, 2024 by Dr. kevin sands
I am so grateful to have hired Danielle Eanet to represent me for a claim regarding a disgruntled employee. I was so scared when i received the compliant. Danielle walked me thru the process and kept encouraging me and kept my spirits up. She was always available to talk and eased my mind. Mrs. Eanet has incredible experience, knowledge, and resources. She fought hard for me. I felt like she cared about me like a family member the entire step of the way. She delivered the results i was hoping for!!! I have never slept better!! Danielle Eanet is awesome and will be recommending her the rest of my life!
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19 Jun, 2023 by Charles sanborn
En verdad que recomiendo a este equipo. Manejaron mi caso muy bien y pudieron asegurar una recuperación justa por mi caso de recompensa al trabajador. ¡Gracias!
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14 Jun, 2023 by Ralph bryant
Gracias a este gran equipo legal, mi caso de recompensa laboral resulto ser exitoso aun cuando mi jefe no estaba cooperando. Estoy muy feliz con el resultado de mi caso.
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07 Jun, 2023 by David mcavoy
¡Gracias por manejar mi caso tan bien y ayudarme a recuperar lo que se me debía! Mi jefe se negó a darme mis beneficios de compensación al trabajador después de mi accidente, pero este equipo logro manejar todo muy bien y asegurar mis beneficios. ¡Gracias por todo!
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07 Jun, 2011 by Sadek
Mr. Formica was very professional, well prepared and eager to help with my legal issues. As a part of my case, there were several complicated matters that he negotiated perfectly. Since then, I regularly call him for legal advice and he is always willing to listen and adivse. He is an excellent lawyer and I would highly recommend using him now and in the future.
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27 Apr, 2011 by Anonymous
Stefano Formica is smart, efficient and understanding. If you have a legal issue that needs to be addressed, I highly recommend contacting Formica and Associates
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26 Apr, 2011 by Steven
As a fellow attorney, I have consulted with Mr. Formica on numerous occasions throughout the years and he has consistently provided dedicated and diligent support each and every time. I recommend him without reservation.
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08 Jul, 2024 by Frances s.
We found ourselves in a situation where our tenant had not paid rent in our commercial building for 2 months, and was coming up on the 3rd. We’ve worked with Brad on several real estate transactions in the past and his company Keyes Real Estate also manage several of our properties. That being said, Brad and his team have had a track record of delivering for us time and again.
So, it was a no-brainer to call Brad for our commercial tenant issue. Brad & Narine got on it right away and our tenant eventually caught up on all his rent without having to go through the eviction process. We always feel like Brad and his team always have our back, from the beginning to end. If you are looking for a professional, responsive, and HONEST real estate legal team, look no further. Vartanian & Keyes are the real deal.
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31 May, 2024 by Pehr hovey
We had a buyer lined up for our house and needed assistance completing the sale.
Brad and team were great to work with every step of the way, always keeping us updated and communicating with the buyers side on our behalf.
All paperwork was handled efficiently and we even closed a few days early.
I highly recommend Vartanian & Keyes for real estate attorney services!
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06 Mar, 2024 by Brian ferguson
I found Brad's strategic real estate advice very helpful for a project I had. His input was reasoned, candid, and very valuable given his extensive and broad perspective on the industry.
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17 Jul, 2018 by Moshe'
Ben Kiss is a great attorney! I was hit by a drivers who lied on how it happened. We proved he lied and I got paid for my injuries and car damage.
Moshe' Evan
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31 Jan, 2017 by David
I hired Ben to assist me with my case where my employer did not pay me commissions,salary and money that I laid out for the company.
Ben was very patient in walking me through every step of the way from the initial consultation until the final settlement.
Was sincerely concerned that I should be happy and satisfied
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17 Sep, 2016 by Anonymous
I hired Ben Kiss to help me with a car accident I was in. He is excellent! He gave me great legal advice and got me a great settlement. He responded immediately any time I needed information. He is a top notch attorney. I highly recommend him!
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16 Jun, 2021 by Teresa
We consulted Alena for assistance in our case unknowing if we really had one and if we could achieve justice for a very special person in our family. From the beginning Alena was compassionate, caring and very knowledgeable. We felt comfortable and at ease knowing our case was in her hands. She was very informative and she explained things to us that made sense, she let us know what was occurring and what will happen throughout the whole process. This case meant so much to our family, not for compensation but for justice for the man whom held our family together.. She was our saving grace from the very beginning. The outcome was more then we expected and we will forever be grateful for her. We can never explain how much this meant to us. Thank you Alena for your hard work and dedication, you fought for our family when not many would. We appreciated you then and now.
Thank you again.
Teresa & Family
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31 Jul, 2020 by Gabriel
Alena is smart, strong, fearless, resourceful, resilient and compassionate. She represented me and my wife when everyone else was too scared to take on such a big hospital in such a complicated malpractice case. During the most brutal, hardest time in our lives, Alena was there for us. Fought for us. And made sure we were taken care of. We'll never forget her.
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22 Feb, 2015 by M.
Alena handled my criminal case and did so brilliantly. I was extremely overwhelmed having been arrested and having no idea what to do next. A good friend suggested I call Alena. He told me that Alena was aggressive in court and had an ability to communicate with the prosecutors in a way that would benefit resolution of my case. Boy, was that true. Alena showed up in court and all I needed to do was watch. She knew her way around the courtroom and the prosecutors. She was very friendly but assertive. She fought for me and explained everything to me clearly and willingly. After several appearances my case was resolved. I Was so relieved and so thankful!
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23 Dec, 2016 by Gayla
Thank you Colin from Wilshire Law Frim for taking care of me. I call for a free consultation and was assured that they win most of their cases without me even having to go to court! As he said He has recovered over $35 million for his client's, getting favorable verdicts in three different states. Sounds great if you ask my option !
If you're coming to Wilshire Law I highly recommend you ask for Colin.
P.s. This is my second accident and I must say this is the best experience I've had by far.
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22 Dec, 2015 by Josh
Colin is one of those few attorney's that have a genuine interest in his clients well being. After I was struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian, Colin was the one who negotiated the max possible settlement. He's a very approachable down to earth person you can talk to but whom is also excellent at negotiating. He's completely honest & upfront which is probably a reflection of his good relationships in the industry (very valuable). You'd be lucky to have him on your side.
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26 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
Attorney Colin Jones handled a medical malpractice case for our young daughter while he practiced law in Chicago. Mr Jones did an excellent job at handling depositions, and keeping us informed at all times. We would highly recommend Mr. Jones, and could not be happier with the time, effort and work he put into our daughters case.
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28 Jun, 2024 by Robert
Richard is an extremely smart and savvy lawyer. He knows the law and uses it in unique ways to win! He shows a personal interest in my case and he made me feel protected as soon as I hired him. He was a tireless advocate for my rights. If I could give Richard 10 Stars, I would do it without hesitation. Thank you!!
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23 Oct, 2013 by Anonymous
Richard is a great lawyer. He handles cases with the utmost care and concern. He also returns telephone calls and responds to his own emails.
He litigated my case against a large insurance company when they refused to pay me for my substantial loss. In the end, the insurance company lost all of its motions in court and the case was ultimately resolved in my favor.
I thank Richard Rosenstein for all his hard work on my case and I recommend him without hesitation.
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20 May, 2013 by Anonymous
Mr. Richard Rosenstein successfully represented me when I was in a bicycle vs. car accident. Mr. Rosenstein handled my case with such a high degree of professional skill, care and expertise. During my entire case, Mr. Rosenstein was in constant contact with me and he always responded to all of my inquiries. All in all, I was extremely satisfied with my legal representation by Mr. Rosenstein and the final results that he achieved in my bicycle accident case! Thank you.
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18 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. Allis was very communicative regarding his thoughts on my case. This was very helpful. It enabled me to identify certain questions I need to get answered, and helped me to focus on the relevant points of my case, and understand why certain questions, while significant, are not relevant to my case. I recommend a consultation with him
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11 Aug, 2016 by Ashlyn
I was very impressed by the kindness and professionalism I received from Mr. Allis. He generously spoke with me after hours while giving the time and attention needed to sort out the details of my case. Should my case go any further I feel confident in the knowledge and thoroughness I was given.
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10 Feb, 2016 by Angel
Hiring Nick Allis to handle my mother's case, was the best decision. A very fare settlement in my mother's case was reached in a very short period of time. Nick and his staff showed: Wisdom, knowledge and professionalism at all times. He guided my mother with so much care through the process, and always kept in contact with updates on her case, answered and returned phone calls when we had questions. I will definitely recommend and re-hire him if need be.
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23 Feb, 2021 by Natalie amoils
18 Apr, 2020 by Brendan g
18 Apr, 2020 by Deborah poulter
12 Apr, 2018 by Anonymous
From the get go, Mr. Bernard put my case, and my best interests first before all else. I was nervous at first getting an attorney, but with Mr. Bernard, a point was made to make sure I understood what was happening, and that I was comfortable. Throughout my case insurance fought tooth and nail to save whatever money they could, daily Mr. Bernard made calls and advocated for me to make sure I received what I was owed, I didn't have to stress. Thank you again for everything.
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24 Jan, 2018 by Spencer
Shane from the very beginning was very upfront, and never blindsided me throughout my lengthy court case. I made a mistake when I was 18, and was charged with a felony. Shane was very sympathetic to my situation, helped me to get the care I needed to rehabilitate, and presented my case with all its mitigating factors to the court, obviously with meticulous, detailed effort, and helped me reduce my charge down to a minor misdemeanor. Because of Shane Bernard I will not be hindered in life by a felony charge, and am free to live my life how I choose to. Shane gave me a second chance, and seemingly did the impossible.
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19 Mar, 2015 by Slava
Shane Bernard is one of the most compassionate, self-assured, and knowledgable attorneys I have ever utilized, and I have had the unfortunate luck of experiencing the services of numerous attorneys. He helped me with numerous convictions, including larceny, assault, battery, and public indecency. Few other attorneys were able to assist me, but Mr. Bernard was able to get all the charges resolved. He was, in essence, perfect. I definitely recommend. You will surely not be disappointed.
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23 Dec, 2016 by Iraj
I got a collections letter from a company I've never heard of and they wouldn't work with me no matter what I did. I looked through this website for a lawyer in my area and saw Eric Sapir so I gave him a call. He didn't charge me much and he got them to get rid of the collections and also got me a small settlement from them which ended up paying for my legal fees anyhow. I'm very happy. He's also a really nice guy, he Js very hard and does an excellent job. I haven't had good experiences in the past with attorneys but I can honestly say this was the best experience.
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20 Dec, 2016 by David
I got into a disagreement with a major bank. I found Mr. Sapir and contacted him for help. He walked me through the process and was very aggressive in fighting for me, which I really appreciated. Most attorneys I've dealt with seem somewhat detached but Mr. Sapir always made me feel like I was his priority. His pricing was fair and his services were great. I would recommend him to anyone looking for help with debt-related issues without hesitating. I also plan to keep using his services in the future.
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01 Jun, 2014 by James
My mother was getting many telemarketing calls on a daily, and sometimes hourly, basis. The calls were more than annoying, the volume of calls amounted to harassment. I called Attorney Eric Sapir, discussed my situation, and we were able to successfully stop the calls from this particular telemarketer. We were also able to secure a favorable settlement.
Mr. Eric Sapir was attentive to our needs, took his time in both listening to our problem as well as explaining what legal recourse would be available. Mr. Eric Sapir was honest, attentive, and persistent, the hallmarks of a true professional.
Both my Mother and I are very pleased and thankful with the time and efforts Attorney Eric Sapir expended in dealing with our legal matter. We would highly recommend Eric Sapir to anyone who is experiencing harassment from telemarketers
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11 Dec, 2022 by Christine leible
Working with Banner Law Group was a positive experience. They do an outstanding job of being proactive with your case and informing you about its developments. Attorney Arnab is an expert in employment law and helped me feel confident knowing I was in the hands of the right professional. I highly recommend them without hesitation.
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30 Apr, 2021 by Paula gutierres
Attorney Arnab demonstrated compassion, commitment, sound counsel and positive resolution of my complicated and sensitive case far exceeding my expectations.
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23 Apr, 2021 by Tresa mcgranahan
Having Arnab on my side made all the difference. Highly recommend
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11 Dec, 2022 by Christine leible
Working with Banner Law Group was a positive experience. They do an outstanding job of being proactive with your case and informing you about its developments. Attorney Arnab is an expert in employment law and helped me feel confident knowing I was in the hands of the right professional. I highly recommend them without hesitation.
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30 Apr, 2021 by Paula gutierres
Attorney Arnab demonstrated compassion, commitment, sound counsel and positive resolution of my complicated and sensitive case far exceeding my expectations.
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23 Apr, 2021 by Tresa mcgranahan
Having Arnab on my side made all the difference. Highly recommend
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11 Dec, 2022 by Christine leible
Working with Banner Law Group was a positive experience. They do an outstanding job of being proactive with your case and informing you about its developments. Attorney Arnab is an expert in employment law and helped me feel confident knowing I was in the hands of the right professional. I highly recommend them without hesitation.
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30 Apr, 2021 by Paula gutierres
Attorney Arnab demonstrated compassion, commitment, sound counsel and positive resolution of my complicated and sensitive case far exceeding my expectations.
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23 Apr, 2021 by Tresa mcgranahan
Having Arnab on my side made all the difference. Highly recommend
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12 May, 2020 by Elahe
Cheryl was referred to me by another attorney for dealing with some unemployment and medical board related issues I was facing. I contacted her while she was apparently on vacation, but she responded to me right away. I spoke to Cheryl over the phone and she was very patient in listening to the specifics of my case and and was thoughtful in her response. She correctly anticipated the actions that would be taken by my former employer and the hurdles I would face, and clearly walked me through the steps I needed to take to defend myself. Thanks to her, I was successful in my appeal and got the outcome I had hoped for. Cheryl is a very knowledgeable lawyer and a caring person, and I highly recommend her to anyone who can benefit from her expertise.
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15 Mar, 2013 by Anonymous
Ms. Ruggiero represented me a few years ago in an employment contract negotiation and ongoing as my general counsel in all legal matters related to my business in the entertainment field. She is knowledgeable, responsive and tenacious. Ms. Ruggiero is highly recommended for her professionalism, passion for her work and her deep understanding of the law.
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14 Mar, 2013 by Anonymous
I consigned a vintage car in an action. It sold. The auction house delayed paying me the hammer price. When I enquired about the delay they told me the buyer was disputing the provenance of the car.
At that point I hired Cheryl Ruggerio to negotiate on my behalf.
She was very thorough and quick to understand all the documentation I presented her with and was able to research and fill in all the gaps providing the auction house with indisputable evidence of the cars long history.
She presented the new found information and documentation to the auction house and negotiated a settlement to the agreement of all concerned parties.
Cheryl Ruggierro was a great listener, patient and got right onto it.
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24 Aug, 2022 by Joseph w. tychostup, esq
I know Mitchell Rosensweig to be a highly intelligent and competent trial attorney. I often consult with Mitchell with regards to my own cases and he continues to be an excellent resource for me. I would highly recommend Mitchell's services to anyone in need of injury or medical malpractice representation in the Los Angeles area.
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20 Aug, 2022 by Eric
His honest and compassionate approach is exactly what I needed during a very difficult time. I could not recommend him enough.
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24 Jan, 2013 by Carmen
There are so many great things to say about Marty Weniz, this review cannot possibly do him justice, but here it goes:
A few years ago, at the age of 25, I had sustained a fall while walking along an un-lit deck. In the dark, unbeknownst to me, there was no railing and I fell 5 feet breaking my leg. Or so I was told. Months later, after much persistent pain it turned out that the doctor failed to diagnose that I had shattered my heel as well, and that the fracture was so severe, it required immediate surgery at the time of the injury. My hind foot suffered permanent damage, to which I still feel the effects today. Beaten down, but fueled with the desire to seek some justice, I had looked around for attorneys and no one wanted my malpractice case because it wasn’t “serious enough;” did I mention everyone drooled over my personal injury case? That is until I found Marty. He met with me immediately; he told me that he was taking BOTH cases!!!
He told me from the get go that this was going to be a process, and that I needed to be patient. Many discoveries, and often stressful depositions later, Marty always made sure I was super prepared for my depositions, and he kept me in the know, step by step. Then, almost like the universe came together to hand us good karma wrapped in a bow, in a matter of months, we got not one, but TWO very large settlements from the malpractice AND personal injury cases. Even Marty was flabbergasted that it happened so quickly and successfully!
The point of my little tale is to not only to sing this lawyer's praises for all to read, but to solidify that I truly feel Martin Weniz is just about one of the best attorneys the legal profession has got. And, if that wasn’t awesome enough, he is a kind, empathetic, and courageous man who will fight for what he believes in. In my case, it was my plight!
Thank you Marty!
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05 Jan, 2013 by Joan
When my family and I experienced a most unexpected and emotionally painful loss which we believed merited legal pursuit, we interviewed several plaintifs' attorneys before choosing to have Marty represent us. We were impressed not only by his knowledge, experience, and professionalism, but by his compassion. We also always felt that he was interested in our case for its relevance to challenges faced in the health care industry as well as its meaning to us personally. Our case took a long time to resolve. Re-experiencing the initial event over and over through the legal process was very hard, but Marty was right beside us to prepare us for each step, and support us through unpleasant things like the discovery process, and arbitration meetings. He always seemed to find time to just hear me "vent" or respond to what might have seemed "dumb" questions to someone with more experience. He understood that for us, our case was much more a matter of principle than monetary gain and represented us accordingly. In the end he helped achieve a settlement that was, I believe, viewed as fair on both sides of the table. While I sincerely hope to never need such services again, I am glad to know that Marty is around, just in case. I consider him still to be a friend.
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15 Feb, 2022 by Suzanne raina
I've been referring cases to Merino Yebri since 2016, to both Alex and Sam. They are prompt at communication, thorough in their analyses, and fight hard for their clients. My clients, friends, and contacts whom I've referred have been happy with their representation, and they honorably pay referral fees. Highly recommend.
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13 Nov, 2014 by R g
Best legal experience I've ever had. Sam is hard working and truly cares.
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24 Feb, 2024 by Anonymous
He is very knowledgable, empathetic, well qualified and has a unique perspective to represent his clients.
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23 Feb, 2024 by Inna
Kahren is an amazing attorney. He is so caring and knowledgeable, a hard worker, and is truly a good soul.
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02 Aug, 2013 by Anonymous
Greg saved me from going bankrupt. This man rocks. Go to him for any needs in defensive lawsuits relating to optomology. Best lawyer I've worked with
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12 Oct, 2024 by Imari meyer
I am so grateful for Shawn Azizzadeh and Bedford law! They took care of my case very quickly, were very communicative, and I got all the care that I needed as result from the damages caused to me by my case.
Mayuri de la Cruz is another honorable mention - she scheduled me with the best doctors to fit my needs and I am so grateful for her and all her hard work 🤩🤩🤩
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11 Oct, 2024 by Mgalarraga05
Shawn and his team provided excellent representation. I highly recommend them.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Ab 3
The Bedford Law Group is the place to go if you're ever in an accident. Attorney Shawn Azizzadeh is super friendly, patient, and takes the time to explain everything. I highly recommend this firm!
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12 Oct, 2024 by Imari meyer
I am so grateful for Shawn Azizzadeh and Bedford law! They took care of my case very quickly, were very communicative, and I got all the care that I needed as result from the damages caused to me by my case.
Mayuri de la Cruz is another honorable mention - she scheduled me with the best doctors to fit my needs and I am so grateful for her and all her hard work 🤩🤩🤩
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11 Oct, 2024 by Mgalarraga05
Shawn and his team provided excellent representation. I highly recommend them.
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08 Oct, 2024 by Ab 3
The Bedford Law Group is the place to go if you're ever in an accident. Attorney Shawn Azizzadeh is super friendly, patient, and takes the time to explain everything. I highly recommend this firm!
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24 Jun, 2019 by David spivak
I have practiced employment law for almost 25 years. When I have questions about judgment collection and bankruptcy matters, I call Ben Nachimson. He's fantastic.
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09 May, 2024 by James smith
09 Oct, 2024 by Dwight morales
PROFESSIONAL is how I would describe the team! I appreciate all the help Ryan provided, especially Ann making my case a smooth process! I would highly recommend LA Century Law to everyone that is need.
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09 Oct, 2024 by German carreno
Son muy buenos abogados se los recomiendo desde el primer dia que tu les llamas te contestan con mucha amabilidad, a mi me esta ayudando Karla Lopez ella me mantiene al tanto de todo lo que baya sucediendo y aunque mi caso todavia no esta resuelto se que ellos me ban ayudar
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07 Oct, 2024 by Tania trinidad
I can’t recommend LA Century Law highly enough. From start to finish, they were exceptionally communicative. Jazmin and the entire team’s expertise is evident, and they take the time to explain legal concepts in a way that is easy to understand. If you’re looking for a law firm that values client communication and provides solid legal support, this is your sign to sign with them.
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What a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Can Do for You
A medical malpractice lawyer specializes in helping individuals who have been harmed due to the negligence or misconduct of healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or hospitals. These lawyers assist in cases where a healthcare provider deviates from the accepted standard of care, resulting in injury or death. Medical malpractice cases can involve misdiagnosis, surgical errors, medication mistakes, birth injuries, and other forms of medical negligence.
If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to improper medical treatment, a medical malpractice lawyer can help you understand your legal options, file a lawsuit, and pursue compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other damages.
When Should I Hire a Medical Malpractice Lawyer?
Hiring a medical malpractice lawyer is essential if you’ve been seriously injured due to the negligence of a healthcare provider or institution. Situations where you should seek legal representation include:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis: If a doctor fails to diagnose or delays diagnosing a medical condition, leading to harm or progression of the illness.
- Surgical errors: Harm resulting from surgical mistakes such as operating on the wrong site, leaving instruments inside the body, or performing unnecessary procedures.
- Medication errors: Injuries caused by prescribing the wrong medication or dosage, or mistakes made by pharmacists in dispensing drugs.
- Birth injuries: Injuries to a newborn due to medical negligence during labor and delivery, such as failing to perform a timely C-section or improper use of delivery instruments.
- Anesthesia errors: Complications arising from improperly administered anesthesia, which can lead to serious injury or death.
- Inadequate follow-up or aftercare: Suffering due to lack of proper monitoring or care after a medical procedure, leading to complications.
- Hospital or nursing home negligence: Harm caused by the negligence of hospital staff, nurses, or administrators who failed to provide adequate care.
Medical malpractice cases are complex, and hiring a lawyer early can help ensure your rights are protected and your case is handled effectively.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Do?
A medical malpractice lawyer provides various legal services to help injured patients hold negligent healthcare providers accountable. Their responsibilities include:
- Evaluating your case: Reviewing medical records and consulting with experts to determine if you have a viable claim based on the standard of care and harm suffered.
- Filing a lawsuit: Initiating legal action by filing a complaint against the responsible parties in the appropriate court.
- Gathering evidence: Collecting medical records, expert testimonies, and other relevant evidence to build a strong case.
- Negotiating with insurance companies: Working to secure a fair settlement that compensates you for your injuries without the need for a trial.
- Litigating in court: Representing you during trial proceedings if a settlement cannot be reached, presenting evidence and arguing your case.
- Calculating damages: Assessing the full extent of your losses, including medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and future care needs.
- Handling expert testimony: Coordinating with medical experts who can testify on how the standard of care was breached and how it led to your injuries.
How Are Medical Malpractice Lawyers Paid?
Most medical malpractice lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means they only get paid if they recover compensation for you. Key aspects of this payment structure include:
- Contingency fee percentage: The lawyer's fee is typically between 25% and 40% of the settlement or award.
- No upfront costs: You do not pay any legal fees unless the lawyer successfully recovers compensation on your behalf.
- Case expenses: Costs for expert witnesses, medical record retrieval, and court fees may be deducted from your settlement or award in addition to the lawyer's fee.
Always discuss the fee arrangement during your initial consultation to understand your financial obligations.
How Much Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a medical malpractice lawyer is usually based on a contingency fee model. General estimates include:
- Contingency fee: Lawyers typically charge between 25% and 40% of the total recovery amount.
- Case expenses: Additional costs such as expert witness fees and court expenses can range from $5,000 to $50,000 or more, depending on the case complexity.
Ensure you receive a clear explanation of all potential fees and expenses before proceeding with your case.
Top Questions to Ask a Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Before hiring a medical malpractice lawyer, consider asking the following questions:
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What experience do you have with medical malpractice cases like mine?
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How do you charge for your services?
Understand the contingency fee percentage and any additional costs you may incur. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Seek an honest assessment of your case's strengths and potential challenges. -
How long will the process take?
Get an estimate of the timeline for settling or taking the case to trial. -
Will you handle my case personally?
Ensure you know who will be managing your case and their level of involvement. -
Have you worked with expert witnesses?
Verify the lawyer's experience in collaborating with medical experts essential for your case.
How to Check the Credibility of a Medical Malpractice Lawyer
To ensure you're hiring a reputable lawyer, take the following steps:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association for their license and any disciplinary actions.
- Review their experience: Look for specialization in medical malpractice and a history of successful cases.
- Read client reviews: Consult platforms like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell for testimonials and ratings.
- Ask for references: Request contact information of previous clients willing to discuss their experience.
- Check professional affiliations: Membership in organizations like the American Association for Justice (AAJ) indicates a commitment to the field.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To maximize the effectiveness of your initial meeting, bring the following:
- Medical records: All documents related to your treatment and injury.
- Evidence of harm: Photos, medical bills, and records of lost wages.
- Communication records: Any correspondence with healthcare providers or institutions.
- List of healthcare providers: Names and contact information of all involved medical personnel.
- Questions for the lawyer: A prepared list to address all your concerns.
- Timeline of events: A detailed chronology of your medical care and the issues encountered.
Being well-prepared helps the lawyer assess your case accurately and advise you on the best course of action.
