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08 Jan, 2024 by Dayara m
Excellent service, very professional.
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16 Feb, 2022 by Emily carrier
I wouldn’t give one star to Dr. Richard Laws.
His demeanor when the patient doesn’t have signs or symptoms is great. When you present with signs/symptoms- he becomes sarcastic , dismissive , caddy, rude, nasty.
He’s lucky my veteran husband wasn’t with me today. It’s clear he didn’t read my medical chart and isn’t educated on dermafibrosarcoma
Folks, the MD behind this guys came stands for mean dog.
I left there untreated , belittled by this narcissistic person. He looked at me and said “People have it a lot worse than me and that I may need to just live with pain”.
Being a nurse myself , no person has to live in pain. I asked for change of provider. I may need to return to TN for quality healthcare.
It’s a shame one person’a actions ruins for the entire clinic. It’s obvious this man doesn’t want to actually “practice medicine “. He wants to come in , do nothing and steal your insurance $. DO NOT USE THIS FOOL!
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26 Mar, 2021 by Buttonbeth1
I find that Dr. Laws is a knowledgeable doctor who understands my skin issues. He has always been kind and professional. I'm very proud to call him my dermatologist.
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24 Feb, 2023 by Shanika s.
Attorney Hawkins assisted us in a difficult stepparent adoption which ruled in our favor! She is extremely professional, personable, and knows the law!! I highly recommend her law firm!!
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09 Apr, 2022 by Claudia galan
Ms. Hawkins is very knowledgeable in family law. She’s a fierce advocate for her clients. I recommend her and her team!
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08 Apr, 2022 by Michael earner
Suzanne is a fantastic attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. Would give her 100/100 stars!
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15 Oct, 2024 by Jaitonn mcdonald
Highly recommend using the services she provides
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12 Oct, 2024 by Maleek kotin (airclaws)
Great service, very professional, highly would recommend
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08 Oct, 2024 by Danielle schultz
A complete waste of $250. Felt rushed the WHOLE entire time just for Perry to stand up and say she had another consultation in a span of 18 minutes. She must not be very interested in her career choice or just wants easy cases.
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27 Feb, 2025 by Jassel capers
Tom Outlaw did great
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27 Feb, 2025 by George brendel
Tom outlaw is a very good lawyer very satisfying with his work very happy with George sink injury lawyers very happy and satisfy with them
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26 Feb, 2025 by Veronica ellis
My experience was really good. Hector helped me really good. He stayed in contact with me and they are really good lawyers. I would really recommend them to anybody.
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17 Jan, 2023 by Cool kid 21
22 Aug, 2021 by Shafee bennett
Iam sorry but Everytime I come here they always short me on my food. I just came and order two fries and I only got one. I try to give them the benefit of the doubt but they always disappoint me. I try not to go to any of the others ones but I can see that I might have to. I will try and give this location one more chance
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14 May, 2021 by Keyron hemphill
23 Jan, 2025 by Curt williams
Failed to return email and phone call
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14 Jan, 2025 by Chad dorman
I am a real estate agent and worked on the closing of a home in Irmo with this Law Firm. They were on top of it all from A to Z. I have had many closing in my years of real estate, but I do believe this may be the first time I have used these guys. They are in the heart of Downtown Columbia, and I dealt with Jennifer for the most part. She always responded quickly to emails, returned calls within the hour and made the entire process painless. At the closing itself, they explained things well and the Attorney was very knowledgeable and personable. Thanks you for being a integral part of this process.
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19 Jan, 2024 by La tesha smalls
Thomas was wonderful to work with
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22 Sep, 2020 by Anonymous
I sought Mr. Starkes’ service for 2 matters. His staff was very nIce and helpful. I requested assistance for my family purchase of property and for a will amendment for my mom.
The closing was handled in a very professional manner and Mr. Starkes addressed various concerns of my family members, who were located in California. Long story short, the closing was handled in the manner my family desired. And as a result, my has used his firm for more closings and other matters. I found him to be very pleasant, polite, and knowledgeable.
As to the will, I sent my mom to Mr. Starkes to make amendments bc I could not do the amendments. My mom was very satisfied and appreciated Mr. Starkes services. She was able to repeat the advice to me and received all the help regarding her concerns. Since then, she has passed and in review of the Will, Mr. Starkes address must mom’s will in the manner she requested. I think this is why she adored him as her attorney. Since then, I have given Mr. Starkes’ information to several friends and customers in the Columbia area.
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04 Mar, 2020 by Charlotte
We hired Xavier Starkes to help my mother get her will, papers, directives in order. He was recommended by a friend. Boy, am I glad she suggested we go to him. He was very professional, but personable at the same time. He was very precise about what he was doing and even made calls to banks, etc. to make sure everything was in order. We have, finally, found a lawyer we can use forever.
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22 May, 2017 by Anonymous
Hired Xavier to represent me to negotiate with the insurance company after a boat accident in which I sustained significant facial injuries.
I feel Xavier didn't put the time in to understand the whole picture. He seemed to do a cursory review, if that, of everything. He was telephoning me at least five or six times a week for five months during his representation of me, and I felt I continuously had to reiterate the same things over and over to him. I finally became frustrated and had a conversation with him about it, relayed to him everything he kept getting incorrect, and expressed I was not happy. Three, four days later, he sends me his first draft of the demand letter, and the things I had JUST expressed to him in that conversation were incorrect were still incorrect!
In his initial draft of the demand letter to the insurance adjuster, he didn't even have the mechanics of the accident correct. He indicated I was thrown from the boat necessitating a water rescue. I had relayed to him AT LEAST 50 times the boat hit the pylon, my face flew into the center console and was knocked unconscious, another occupant got a life jacket on me, and THEN the boat sank. Although I told him repeatedly I remembered floating in the river and then being pulled up on the overturned boat and that I had floated in the river for at least 30-40 minutes before the rescuers got to us, he indicated in the letter I had no memory of anything. In fact, he was also told I was not sleeping well because I was having nightmares about it. So with all the information I provided him, plus our nearly-every-day telephone conversations about everything, he definitely should have had that down by five months!
He also didn't have my medical providers or all of the treatment I received correct, and it didn't include some of the significant injuries I sustained outlined (tooth shoved up in my jaw, breaking the jaw and requiring surgery, and shifting of facial bones from impact were the big ones, but there was swelling and bruising that lasted for months as well).
I kept copious notes of my recovery and treatment and conversations with my medical providers and photographed my injuries and the healing process. Xavier was in possession of all of it. In fact, I mainly maintained those records for him so that everything would be all laid out for him. It was disheartening to learn at the end the information I was providing him he wasn't taking the time to read and digest. That is what a client hires an attorney for!
Along with a couple of facial surgeries, I had a few bumps in the road during my recovery. My life consisted of and I was focused on doctor's appointments, surgeries, and recovering. That's why I hired a lawyer in the first place. So I put my trust in Xavier, and I feel it was his job to know my case intimately, to learn all the facts, understand the treatment and surgeries and who the medical providers are, and have a concrete grasp of all the injuries suffered, all so that when it comes time to put the demand letter together and begin negotiations, he is able to speak intelligently about my case and advocate for me with vigor. Unfortunately, that didn't happen.
Therefore, Xavier gets two thumbs down.
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08 Apr, 2024 by Anonymous
Extremely poor at communicating status of an on-going auto accident case and felt very out of touch with status of everything for almost a year. The only way we could get updates was to consistently email to follow up, which would then initiate a little movement. Never did we pro-actively get any type of update or status of any sort.
Once we were assigned to a new lawyer, it became very apparent that things were sitting and were not being “worked”. Within 2 days, we had more movement than we did in almost a year.
Disappointed to say I would not recommend.
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06 Dec, 2021 by Anonymous
Hired for a personal injury case and honestly not very happy or impressed with performance. I didn't feel involved in my case and I didn't really know what was happening. She seemed very uninterested and uninvolved. It almost felt at times like she was.working.for.the other guys and it was very difficult to communicate with her since her secretary was always receiving and sending communication between us.
Did I lose? No.
Do I feel like I won? Also, no.
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12 May, 2019 by Anonymous
I do not recommend her for a military divorce. Poor service. Over charged me. She outright lied to me, but stated things to protect her. She represent opposing side in my opinion rather than me, the paying client.
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06 Nov, 2017 by Miguel
I was very impressed with Ms. Metts. She was not only well versed in the law but she was very realistic when explaining me the likely outcome of my case. She fought hard for me and I never felt neglected. I referred my brother and he was pleased as well.
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02 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
Ms. Metts would not follow up on my e-mails about questions I had. She was not prepared therefore she did not fight for me. Because of her error items that was suppose to have been in the divorce decree were left out when I brought it to her attention Sept 2016 she said she would explain it to the judge so I can get an amended decree and since then I have been sending her e-mails and to this day it seems as if she is confused about what the issue is. Her explanation on Feb. 28, 2017 sounds like it is left to the opposing attorney for me to have the right to go back to court when the opposing attorney client( which is my ex-husband) has violated the judge order. Overcharged and was not represented.
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23 Sep, 2016 by Gary
Handled my case for a year and screwed it all up! I guess because he's new and haven't been working in Law and on Workmans Compensation cases for long he don't know what he's doing! Definitely run from this guy and his firm!!!
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What a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Can Do for You
A workers’ compensation lawyer specializes in helping employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their job to receive the benefits they are entitled to under workers' compensation laws. These lawyers represent injured workers in claims for medical benefits, wage replacement, and other compensation related to workplace injuries or illnesses. They also help when claims are denied, benefits are delayed, or disputes arise with the employer or the insurance company.
Whether you've been injured on the job, developed an occupational illness, or are dealing with a denied workers' compensation claim, a workers’ compensation lawyer can help you navigate the claims process and ensure you receive the full benefits you deserve.
When Should I Hire a Workers' Compensation Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a workers' compensation lawyer in several situations, especially when complications arise during the claims process or when your rights as an injured worker are being challenged. Some common reasons to hire a workers' compensation lawyer include:
- Claim denial: If your workers' compensation claim has been denied, a lawyer can help you appeal the decision and represent you in hearings or litigation.
- Inadequate benefits: If the insurance company offers you a settlement that doesn’t cover your medical expenses, lost wages, or other damages, a lawyer can negotiate on your behalf for a fair amount.
- Delay in receiving benefits: If your benefits are being delayed, a lawyer can help expedite the process to ensure you receive timely compensation.
- Permanent disability: If your injury leads to permanent disability (partial or total), a lawyer can help you navigate the more complex process of securing long-term benefits.
- Retaliation by employer: If your employer retaliates against you for filing a workers' compensation claim (e.g., by firing or demoting you), a lawyer can protect your rights and pursue legal action.
- Third-party liability: If a third party (e.g., a contractor or equipment manufacturer) was responsible for your injury, a lawyer can help you pursue additional compensation through a personal injury lawsuit.
- Pre-existing conditions: If your employer or the insurance company claims that your injury is related to a pre-existing condition, a lawyer can help you present evidence showing that the injury was work-related.
Hiring a lawyer early in the process can prevent delays, avoid mistakes, and ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to under workers' compensation law.
What Does a Workers' Compensation Lawyer Do?
A workers' compensation lawyer provides a range of legal services to injured workers, ensuring that they receive the benefits they deserve. Their tasks often include:
- Filing claims: Helping injured workers prepare and file their workers' compensation claims to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Appealing denied claims: Representing workers whose claims have been denied and guiding them through the appeals process, including hearings and court appearances.
- Negotiating settlements: Negotiating with insurance companies to secure fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
- Handling disputes: Resolving disputes between the injured worker, the employer, and the insurance company regarding the amount of compensation or the nature of the injury.
- Coordinating medical evidence: Gathering and presenting medical records, expert testimony, and other evidence to support the workers' compensation claim.
- Advocating for benefits: Ensuring that injured workers receive all the benefits they’re entitled to, including temporary or permanent disability benefits, vocational rehabilitation, and medical treatment.
- Filing third-party lawsuits: In cases where a third party is responsible for the injury, a workers' compensation lawyer may also pursue a personal injury lawsuit to recover additional damages.
How Are Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Paid?
Workers' compensation lawyers typically charge a contingency fee, meaning they only get paid if they successfully recover benefits for you. This fee is usually a percentage of the benefits awarded, and the specific percentage is often regulated by state law. Here's how it generally works:
- Contingency fee: The lawyer's fee is typically between 15% and 25% of the total benefits awarded to you. You don’t have to pay any upfront legal fees, and the lawyer’s fee comes out of the settlement or benefit award.
- No fee if no recovery: If the lawyer doesn’t recover any benefits for you, you generally don’t have to pay for their services.
- State regulations on fees: Many states cap the percentage that workers' compensation lawyers can charge, and some states require the fee to be approved by the workers' compensation board or judge.
Be sure to discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to understand how much you will owe if your case is successful.
How Much Does a Workers' Compensation Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a workers' compensation lawyer typically depends on the contingency fee arrangement, meaning the lawyer’s fee will be a percentage of the benefits you receive. General cost estimates include:
- Contingency fees: Most workers' compensation lawyers charge between 15% and 25% of the total settlement or benefits awarded. For example, if you receive $50,000 in benefits, the lawyer’s fee would range from $7,500 to $12,500.
- State regulations: Some states limit the percentage that workers' compensation lawyers can charge. In these cases, the fee is usually capped, often at 20% to 25%, depending on state law.
- Additional costs: Some lawyers may charge for out-of-pocket expenses, such as filing fees, medical records retrieval, and expert witness testimony, though these costs are typically deducted from the settlement after the case is won.
You should always ask for a clear explanation of fees and potential additional costs during your consultation so you understand the financial arrangement.
Top Questions to Ask a Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Before hiring a workers' compensation lawyer, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure they are the best fit for your case. Key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with workers' compensation cases?
Ensure the lawyer has experience handling cases similar to yours, especially if your injury is severe or the case involves disputes. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges a contingency fee and whether there are any additional costs you need to be aware of. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask for an honest assessment of your case, including the potential challenges and outcomes. -
Have you handled cases like mine before?
Find out if the lawyer has experience dealing with cases involving similar injuries or disputes, such as denied claims or permanent disability. -
How long will the process take?
While it’s difficult to predict an exact timeline, the lawyer should be able to provide a general estimate based on their experience with similar cases. -
Will you personally handle my case?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of your case. Make sure you know who will be working on your claim.
How to Check the Credibility of a Workers' Compensation Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable workers' compensation lawyer, follow these steps to verify their credentials and track record:
- Verify their bar status: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing, with no disciplinary actions against them.
- Look for workers' compensation experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in workers' compensation law and have successfully handled cases similar to yours.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Look for client reviews on platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google to see what previous clients have said about the lawyer’s expertise and service.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be willing to provide references from past clients who can speak to their experience in workers' compensation cases.
- Check for professional affiliations: Membership in organizations like the Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG) or local bar association committees on workers' compensation can indicate the lawyer’s commitment to this area of law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To make the most out of your first consultation with a workers' compensation lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- Accident report or incident documentation: Bring any documentation related to your workplace injury or illness, including accident reports or notifications to your employer.
- Medical records: Provide copies of medical records, including treatment notes, doctor’s reports, and any information related to your injury or condition.
- Employer correspondence: Bring any letters, emails, or forms related to your claim from your employer or the workers' compensation insurance company.
- Wage and benefits information: Provide information on your wages, benefits, and any lost income due to the injury.
- List of questions: Prepare questions about your case, the process, costs, and what to expect moving forward.
- Timeline of events: Prepare a timeline of the incident, your injury, and any medical treatment or communication with your employer and the insurance company.
Being well-prepared for your consultation will allow the lawyer to assess your case more effectively and provide you with the best possible legal advice.
