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09 Oct, 2012 by Alice
I have been a client of Attroney Steven Chelski since approximately 1993, and on and off during the present years. I have found him to behold great bedside manners. He has demonstrated to me that we the clients are of the utmost importance to him, and I adore him for that alone. Please continue the good work in our community, Attroney Chelski. May you and yours always have great prosperity in life.
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14 Jun, 2024 by Beverly prater
17 Apr, 2022 by Heather deblanc
19 Mar, 2020 by Wattsupbro24
This review is strictly to point out how this law firm handles employees. LCW is fully aware that as of March 2020 that there is a pandemic going around in the world and yet they find it completely okay with having employees who are heath compromised come into work in the Los Angeles office, although the CDC and WHO have warned against it. All other LCW offices have closed during this time but the LA office finds money to be more important that the health and safety of ALL it’s employees so only a select few are REQUIRED to come into the office, while others (including a majority of the attorneys) get to work from home. This is bad employer practice and shows just how inhuman this firm is. Further more, most schools, courts and departments that LCW works with are closed as well so what work is so important that you as an employer are willing to risk people’s health for it instead of just postponing the deadline like the rest of the world is having to do? If this is how they treat employees, I can only imagine how they treat clients.
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10 Jul, 2024 by Austin
While her father may have been a highly respected attorney in Humboldt County, it's clear that she does not follow in his footSteps. As someone who has witnessed this attorney's performance in court, I am appalled by her lack of professionalism and integrity. While representing the mother and grandmother of my two sons in a custody battle, she consistently relied on lies, hearsay, and irrelevant information to gain an advantage. This is especially egregious considering the serious allegations of abuse against my children, which she seemed to have no qualms about ignoring or glossing over. Her spoiled, bratty demeanor only added insult to injury. I strongly advise anyone seeking a trustworthy and ethical attorney to look elsewhere.
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21 Apr, 2024 by Katelynn walton
Personally I'm sadly still waiting for a call back from Mr Hanson... Though I've never seen him in a court room, I've heard several personal experiences in dealing with him and perhaps it's best he hasn't returned my calls... yes plural I had left several messages in the last few weeks desperately looking for representation.
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03 Dec, 2023 by Hifi ky
I had to defend myself against Rory and my child’s Mother who was arrested multiple times under the influence of drugs and alcohol, endangering my child, resisting arrest among many other charges. Rory is incredibly unethical, manipulative, will spew out dishonest statements, he will stoop to the lowest in an attempt to win. Him and Judge Elvine Kriess have no integrity whatsoever. They put their feelings and egos before protecting children, they are so pathetic, blinded by greed and starving for power. Oh yea, and it turned out she was arrested for child endangerment, DUI, violence charges...etc. once again while Rory and Judge Elvine Kreiss were pointing the finger at me the whole time while ignoring my pleas about her ongoing behavior. Rory Hanson and Gregory Elvine Kreiss are the scum of the earth.
Manipulation is when they blame you for your reaction to their toxic behavior but refuse to discuss their actions and behavior that triggered you.
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09 Mar, 2020 by Alan banegas
13 Sep, 2018 by Alma
attorney does not listen to your needs and does not see your point.
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20 Feb, 2018 by Felicia hernandez
31 May, 2023 by Derek crownover
10 Feb, 2023 by Martin mulvihill
Applied for a paralegal position here. Great group of people. Shout out to Paul & Alyse.
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26 Jan, 2022 by Quantum leap
Michelle LaMar is the most knowledgeable, intuitive, upfront, ten steps ahead attorney I've met in my 48 years in business. I literally would just say "HERE ARE THE REINS, you lead the way" if I ever were to need an attorney of her caliber. I sat in with a colleague and I almost asked her for an autograph as she just oozed superstar attorney..just my opinion and she did win his case.
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06 Dec, 2022 by Ramon chavez
Very rude, he don't like client ask no questions about the case,
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22 Jun, 2021 by Sunil
We were in a car accident several years ago in which our car was totaled and we sustained injuries. Arendsen Braddock (AB) handled our case. AB had assigned Daniel Turek to our case, who was a reliable, professional, and very patient attorney. He managed every aspect of our case diligently and got the results we were looking for. Daniel has an amazing personality and professional ethics. He always got back to us and addressed our concerns. We highly recommend this law firm.
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06 Apr, 2020 by Kelly
I couldn't recommend Daniel enough.
I was referred to Daniel Turek by another legal professional, and when I first emailed Danny with some basic information on my case, he contacted me immediately and got to work. I hold Danny in the highest esteem. He is extremely responsive, hard working, knowledgeable, and sharp. If you have a need for a personal injury or employment law attorney, I cannot recommend Danny Turek highly enough. He is a young go-getter that thinks outside the box and gets the results you are looking for.
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14 Jan, 2024 by Jay dee
14 Jul, 2021 by Denise dean
22 Oct, 2019 by David german
Didn't ask for their unsolicited call
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22 Sep, 2024 by Jesus valle
23 Aug, 2024 by Edgar blanco
staff need better customer service and Rosana has to follow up all the reviews the concern is not her is the staff attitude
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03 Aug, 2024 by Nubia perez
22 Aug, 2017 by Sheila
Ms. Lallande did an exceptional job of managing mountains of Medical material and career history regarding my lawsuit, keeping it organized in such a way that all information was readily available to others in the law firm.
I heartily recommend her as an attorney.
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21 May, 2017 by Anonymous
I have a “soft tissue” injury case from a car accident 3.5 years ago. Unfortunately, my case ended up going to trial.
I originally hired Lawrence Lallande, who was unavailable to represent me due to vacation plans he did not want to change, so he hired Minh Nguyen to represent my case at trial, assisted by Karina Lallande (Lawrence’s daughter, Lallande Law).
The total award/judgment was $300,452.
I received 8% of the total award.
Lallande Law and Law offices of Minh T. Nguyen spent over $178k on my case, (including an 11k hotel bill at a “boutique hotel”).
Their profit was over $97k (4 times as much as I received--not including the exorbitant amount they spent on trial costs, hotels, and dinners).
The Honorable Judge Thomas W. Wills made the following statement during trial:
“I have not seen behavior like the repeated transgressions of the Plaintiff’s counsel in this case in nearly 40 years in this business.”
Overall, in addition to the terrible financial outcome in my case (I didn’t even come close to recouping my lost wages from time off work for medical treatment), I did not have a good experience, or feel secure with either Minh or Karina. I never knew what to expect and felt severely under-communicated with. Prior to going on the stand for hours over 2 days, I had received hardly any instruction or prep from my attorneys.
Overall, I did not have a good experience. I trusted that they knew what they were doing—assuming that if we won, the proverbial "proof would be in the pudding.” As it turned out, the pudding was rancid—despite “winning” the trial. I would STRONGLY recommend to avoid both Minh Nguyen Law and Lallande Law.
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16 Sep, 2013 by Rudyard
I am very appreciative for the hard work that Karina from Lallande Law put into my case. She or a member of Lallande Law would keep me regularly updated with regards to my case. I always had my calls answered, or promptly returned if she was unavailable. I had a very positive experience and I HIGHLY recommend Lallande Law.
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01 Jun, 2017 by Brenda
There was a time when we lost hope because 3 lawyers before him gave up and didn't want to proceed with my daughter's case but thank god he put attorney Mr.McMahan in our path. He fought for our case until the end. He did a great recovery for my daughter, Never gave up. My family and I can't thank him enough for all the help he provided since the beggining until the end. There are no words to describe how greatful I am to him. Our gratitude always.
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31 May, 2017 by Ellen
Carl worked tirelessly, for years, on our family's case. During our case we had ups and downs, but Carl never gave up or became discouraged. He truly cared about the outcome and our family. We will always be grateful to Carl and his team for helping achieve a secure future for our child.
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04 Feb, 2015 by Angela
I filed a claim and signed a retainer in May of 2014 with the statutory limit running out on this medical case in April of 2015. I kept on updating the attorney (Carl) as much as I had received information--several citations from the Department of Health, etc., against all institutions that committed violations in the questioned medical case, that ended in the death of my mother.
The law firm received no update since September of 2014 since no additional work was completed by any of the State investigators (perhaps on purpose so I would run out of statutory time!) but I was was made to believe by the law firm all along that the case was going to be filed in January, 2015. In fact I was told this in December of 2014 by the person of contact.
I have called the firm in January 3 times plus sent 3 emails and on the 4th of February, with only 2 months left for my statutory limit before running out, they had a completely incompetent law student of sort call me to tell me that they dropped the case.
This law student knew nothing about the case; confused all the hospitals, kept on saying Department of Pharmacology rather than Department of Pharmacy (a lawyer who cannot keep THAT much in memory for 3 minutes?) and he acted rude. His last sentence was equivalent to what a 5-year old would say "I was gonna recommend something else to you but now I won't"... This is an attorney? This is a legitimate legal company? I seriously doubt they can win any case with the attitude they have and how they handle their clients.
Carl sent me one-sentence letters without "hello", without name, without signature. So unprofessional! It seemed I was an administrative assistant rather than his client.
Do not waste your time with a law firm like that. Find someone who represents your style and intellect. This law firm is not for intellectuals.
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11 Jun, 2024 by Mohammed saleh
Excellent service and highly recommended, great staff and Immigration solid knowledgeable background information.
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28 Mar, 2024 by Monem jeries
10 Mar, 2024 by Ammar sawalmeh
17 Aug, 2024 by Casey g
I highly recommend Mrs. Brunner. She is a very good lawyer and I am so thankful that we chose her to represent us during a very difficult time with our child custody matter😊
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25 Jun, 2024 by Jesse chase
One star. Do not recommend.
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21 Apr, 2024 by Anna loalbo
No no no. She was my lawyer 13 years ago. I'm still mad at her.
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25 Jun, 2022 by Felicia ball lyons
04 Jan, 2020 by Vincent shang
25 Jun, 2022 by Felicia ball lyons
04 Jan, 2020 by Vincent shang
08 Feb, 2024 by Michael de st. aubin
I cannot speak highly enough of her expertise, professionalism, and compassionate approach. From the moment I began speaking with Shannon, I knew I was in capable hands. Shannon possesses a unique ability to empathize with her clients while educating them about the complexities of the legal process. Unlike other attorneys, Shannon goes above and beyond to ensure her clients fully understand their rights and options, making informed decisions with confidence. Her wealth of knowledge and top-tier professionalism are truly remarkable. Shannon was able to set realistic expectations for my case while instilling in me a sense of confidence and assurance. Despite the challenges of navigating the family court system, Shannon's guidance and support served as a beacon of hope during what can often be a daunting and emotionally taxing experience. In a system that can sometimes feel overwhelming and intimidating, Shannon shines as a bright light of positivity and reassurance. Her unwavering dedication to her clients' well-being is evident in every interaction, and I am immensely grateful to her. Working with Shannon DeBiase has been nothing short of amazing, and I cannot thank her enough for her outstanding advocacy and support throughout my legal journey. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone in need of exceptional legal representation. Thank you, Shannon, for your unwavering commitment and for making a positive difference in my life.
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12 Jan, 2024 by Steve portaro
Amazing firm of very helpful and knowledgeable Trust and Probate lawyers
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23 Aug, 2023 by Raul ramirez
Avoid at all costs. I had the misfortune of using an attorney from this firm. They over charge, and then proceeded to do the bare minimum. In court they are too passive letting the other side have their way resulting in my child suffering as a result.
Do not let your family suffer.
Update: my attorney from this firm contacted me about my review. They stated that their poor work was intended to save me money. I never asked for that.
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03 Jul, 2023 by Kelly cameron
A big "THANK YOU" to Sweeney and his staff! I truly admire your professionalism through it all. Professional and caring, Sweeney made this legal process bearable. All of my phone calls and E-mail messages were promptly addressed. He explains everything to you and will always fight for you no matter what. He is AMAZING! I highly recommend Robert Sweeney to anyone who needs a great Attorney in the Temecula area.
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01 Jul, 2023 by Alexa asturias
The Law Offices of Sweeney, are a professional team who are dedicated to help you get the medical help and compensation you need. They are compassionate and understanding and they genuinely have your best interest at heart. Robert Sweeney and his team will work hard and diligently for you and your needs and will fight for what is right. I recommend them with 5 stars.Thank You so much Sweeney and “family”.
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29 Jun, 2023 by Cam macphail
I cannot express the gratitude and respect I have for Sweeney and his staff. At all points I was informed of what to expect and law speak was explained to me in terms I understood. What would have been a stressful time became a simple step by step process. Professional and caring is rare and refreshing in today's society. I'm truly grateful I found you after the situation with my last Attorney.
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12 Apr, 2024 by Jon del arroz
This firm screwed over two little children by getting them ripped from their home and took incredibly high fees in the process. They will fight over $10 and rack up $2000 in bills to do so. Avoid at all costs.
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05 Dec, 2023 by Megan mcdougle
Excellent lawyer for my best friend!! I’m so grateful for this human being!
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20 Oct, 2023 by Stacey de los santos
07 Jul, 2019 by Anonymous
During my juncture with Brandon A. Carroll, I discovered him to be untrustworthy and not knowledgeable about the law. My concerns range from misrepresentation involving wrongful filings, and procrastination. Brandon A. Carroll simultaneously misfiled cases and engaged in a pattern and practice of attorney misconduct. As a lay person when you hire a representative you except for them to be thorough, knowledgeable and loyal. Based off my experiences, I would not recommend Brandon A. Carroll under any circumstance.
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02 Jul, 2019 by Anonymous
I consulted Mr. Carroll about a real property matter and he provided the analysis I needed to make a decision.
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26 Dec, 2014 by Anonymous
Based on personal experience, as a client I do not recommend Jonathan J Lewis. His almost complete lack of keeping me informed means, rightly or wrongly, my concluding he is not trustworthy.
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22 Mar, 2012 by Kristin
I hired Jonathan Lewis to represent me after my son and I were badly injured in a car accident. Mr. Lewis was there with us every step of the way. As we did not have health insurance, he found us a doctor and got us the medical care we needed right away. He kept me informed about my case and got us both a settlement that paid all our medical biils and gave us extra money for what we had been through. Mr. Lewis not only worked hard for us, he also cared about us. I would recommend him to anyone.
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20 Mar, 2018 by Joseph caro
This lawyer took my personal injury/auto accident case and filed a summons for court hearing, which was fine. He always had a problem however, not calling or taking calls from clients. I had used his legal services in the past, and his communications was always a weak point. Gary had scheduled a meeting with me and a case witness that traveled from northern C, to meet with him. Chambers cancelled the Thursday meeting and re-scheduled for the following Monday. The witness flew down again - and five hrs. before the Monday afternoon meeting his office called and cancelled again! The meeting was again scheduled for Wednesday afternoon. I called his office to speak with him and find out what was going on! He wouldn’t speak with me but I got an email from him (he wouldn't even call me to explain) and he stated in the e-mail that he is going to withdraw from my case - because I upset his staff with my calls about meeting changes and case details! Now, I have a pending court case and no lawyer! STAY AWAY FROM THIS ONE!
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08 Nov, 2011 by Tiffany
he is still my lawyer currently. he does look out for mine and my family best interest i will be forever grateful!
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27 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
Bryan is an interesting lawyer. He seems awesome then you see how he treats his clients. He will talk down to you, in fact, swear at you. He will blame you for not knowing things and get upset at the very end for major details that he and his partner should have resolved at the beginning; things that effect your ultimate settlement. Also pay very close attention between what he says is the rate and what you sign in your contingency agreement. He says one thing and then takes the bigger chunk at the end with no recourse available to the client. He generally settles or wins so that is the only reason I'll say I'd recommend him. Just be prepared to pay to be disrespected on multiple occasions, be prepared for him not to do his early homework-waiting till the end to realize that particularities needed to be handled when he first takes a case, and be prepared to hear their rate is 'x %' when in reality it is 'y %'. I had more stress from dealing with this attorney in some ways then the actual personal injury I sustained. Anyway, he's a pretty good lawyer with a very abrasive personality. If you can find another pretty good lawyer without these issues, then go for it! Good luck to you all!
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27 Aug, 2024 by Melissa gladstone
16 May, 2024 by David hill
17 Apr, 2024 by A. shah
Mike Flory deliberately tripled my restitution in a criminal case several years back. Just read an OC Register article that he tried to drop the hammer on others as well. Questions: why does he still work here? How does 1 get reimbursed for malfeasance?
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11 Apr, 2024 by Memo araujo
Me trataron con profesionalismo y amabilidad, sentí que eran amigos de toda la vida tratando de ayudarme,
nunca antes había estado en una situación así,
Y tenía dudas y mil preguntas,
amablemente y en mi idioma,
Me alludaro con todas las preguntas que tenía.
En tiempos difíciles de nuestras vidas, necesitamos encontrar la ayuda adecuada.
Gracias a DIOS, por el amigo que recomendó a este excelente grupo de profesionales,
Con mucha seguridad y confianza me atrevo a
recomendar sus servicios,
MIL GRACIAS:
MANUEL AGUIRRE.
ALBERTO AGUIRRE.
Y a todo su equipo de colaboradores .
They treated me with professionalism and kindness, I felt like they were lifelong friends trying to help me,
never before have I been in such a situation,
And I had doubts and a thousand questions.
kindly and in my language ,
They answered all kinds of questions I had.
In difficult times in our lives, we need to find the right help.
Thanks to GOD, for the friend who recommend to this excellent group of professionals,
Today , I 'm glad to recommend their services,
A THOUSAND THANKS:
MANUEL AGUIRRE.
ALBERTO AGUIRRE.
And to his entire team of collaborators .
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21 Mar, 2024 by Norma del toro
I definitely recommend the lawyers of Manuel E Aguirre and his team, they are always there to answer any question or concern and they are fighting to get the fairest and maximum compensation, thank you for all your support Mr Manuel, Alberto and Dave,
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13 Feb, 2024 by Ice bros
Excelente servicio
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14 Dec, 2021 by Dennis shamlian
03 Oct, 2021 by Terry cohen
13 Jun, 2019 by Clint smith
I CANNOT RECCOMEND ATTORNEY BERGSTROM. THE MAN MISREPRESENTED HIMSELF AND IS A RACIST.
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10 Sep, 2012 by Anonymous
They are quick to jump on a case relatively easy case in my opinion. after doing most of the paper work for them police report, Hospital records, witnesses statements etc... its been over almost 8 months and leaving over 7 messages call their main office got hung up on and receptionist having an attitude. Mind you we are a client very understanding and patience client, But as far as patience goes it ran out about 3 months ago. My little sister credit score is shot waiting for an answer. Collections from hospitals are flooding in still no respond. Calling their main office which was in L.A. I did not have the phone number of the San Jose office available so I asked the receptionist for the address and phone number of the San Jose office she tells me she is unable to located and wouldn't even try to goggle it for me I just found the office with one click of a button. Wow how dedicate are these lawyers and the people who works for them. I wouldn't recommend these law firm to my worst enemies or maybe I should. Shame on this law firm for taking advantage of people who rely on your law firm for any type of legal representation maybe the case is not worth their time if so they should of turn down the case when first presented.
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01 May, 2012 by Joshua
I had to do everything to get the ball rolling. I got compensated for damages after 3 months of me calling and figuring out what I personally had to do. As far as attorneys they are not trustworthy and the service was poor. PLEASE DO NOT EMPLOY THIS COMPANY. Unless you have a huge claim to take out they will not help you. They canceled my physical therapy because it was not worth it to them to deal with my case. Rebeca was my direct contact and I sent in a reciept for my damaged laptop with a circle around the "tax not included" part of it. I called her several times to clarify this and got a check for damages minus tax and therefore could not fix my damaged laptop. She then proceded to tell me I had nothing to wait for except a call from the physical therepy office. After 2 weeks from speaking with her I contacted the physical therepy office (which i had to contact in the first place) and they told me that my Lean did not go through and tey were supposed to inform me about it. Terrible service all around. I recomend not employing their half ass services.
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21 Sep, 2011 by Anonymous
as It turned out last december. i was in a car wreck and mr Silvers and his team did a excellent job they made sure i had a rental car and i was able to finish my finals they were life savers dont get mistaken they are the best and most highly rated in my book. Go merced blue devils.and to the Silvers team thank you for your time when I need it you guys were there and in my eyes you guys will always shine. Allen Shanes
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18 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
He's convincing. He slandered me because I sent him a thank you with a reference to Jesus. He was furious because he said there is no God and Jesus is a made up story.
Why not just say thank you and give the gift to another?
Gets worse, then he strongly threatens he will sue me for slander, too.
I wouldn't do business with someone with so much baggage. Can't have an honest conversation.
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11 Nov, 2018 by Anonymous
I seriously doubt about the negative review because that’s 180 degrees different from my personal experience. From personal experience he is caring about my health conditions and tries his best to fight for me
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29 Nov, 2017 by Anonymous
Hired Dr. Eggleston at the suggestion of a medical provider after a car accident. He dumped our case after receiving a denial from the other persons insurance and then out of the blue just fedexed us our case file and dumped us. But don't worry, the staff at Eggleston's office made sure to contact our medical provider to tell them that they dumped us and not to expect payment! I work in a law firm myself, so I know how clients are meant to be cared for. DO NOT HIRE HIM!
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25 Jun, 2012 by Anonymous
This attorney requested a lump sum to handle all estate matters. He crafted a document that benefited himself personally (and exhibited questionable ethics, according to 2 peer reviews). He seems knowledgable on the topic, but I would only recommend him to savvy consumers who are knowledgable and assertive enough to him on his chicanery.
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14 Feb, 2017 by Sam
I also had to threaten to go to the bar association. After stealing my money he knew I had to sell my car because he wouldn't keep his word, and little did I know he was getting his jollies.. I can send any of you emails showing how he handled my case and was on his knees swallowing what the defendant gave him to swallow. Some suggested it was a matter of bribery but it sure made no sense. Way to long to get into but I can email proof including how I won two lawsuits against the defendant after dunk quit the case. If you are the plaintiff than rest assured dunk is the best lawyer you can get to help the guy who you are suing
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25 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
1. Took my case and never heard from him. 2. Had to badger him to take action. 3. After settlement, had to threaten to contact Cal Bar Assn. in order to get him to finally release my $$ from trust account. 4. Found out afterwards he failed to pay settlement money after negotiating it, so I had to personally pay fines he incurred.
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30 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
Never ever ever ever go to her! HAD NO IDEA WHAT SHE WAS DOING. Better luck myself.
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06 Jan, 2016 by Anonymous
Did not keep word or respond to calls in a timely manner.
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What a Wrongful Death Lawyer Can Do for You
A wrongful death lawyer specializes in representing families who have lost a loved one due to the negligent, reckless, or intentional actions of another person or entity. These lawyers help families seek compensation for the emotional and financial losses associated with the untimely death of a loved one, including medical bills, funeral expenses, lost income, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering. Wrongful death claims can arise from various situations, including car accidents, medical malpractice, workplace accidents, and criminal actions.
If you have lost a family member due to someone else’s wrongful actions, a wrongful death lawyer can help you navigate the legal process and pursue justice on behalf of your loved one.
When Should I Hire a Wrongful Death Lawyer?
You should consider hiring a wrongful death lawyer if a loved one has died as a result of someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional harm. Some common reasons to hire a wrongful death lawyer include:
- Car accidents: If a loved one was killed in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident caused by another driver’s negligence (e.g., reckless driving, DUI, or distracted driving), a lawyer can help you file a wrongful death claim.
- Medical malpractice: If a loved one died due to medical negligence, such as a misdiagnosis, surgical error, or medication mistake, a wrongful death lawyer can help you pursue compensation from the healthcare provider.
- Workplace accidents: If your loved one died in a workplace accident or due to unsafe working conditions, you may be entitled to compensation from the employer or third parties responsible for the unsafe conditions.
- Defective products: If a defective product caused your loved one’s death, a lawyer can help you file a wrongful death claim against the manufacturer or distributor of the product.
- Criminal actions: If your loved one was the victim of a criminal act, such as homicide or assault, a wrongful death lawyer can help you pursue a civil claim for damages, even if a criminal case is also ongoing.
- Nursing home negligence: If an elderly loved one died due to neglect or abuse in a nursing home, a lawyer can help you hold the facility accountable for their wrongful actions.
Hiring a wrongful death lawyer soon after the incident ensures that important evidence is preserved and that you can meet any legal deadlines for filing a claim.
What Does a Wrongful Death Lawyer Do?
A wrongful death lawyer provides a wide range of services to help families navigate the legal complexities of a wrongful death claim and seek compensation for their losses. Their responsibilities often include:
- Investigating the death: Conducting a thorough investigation of the circumstances leading to your loved one’s death, gathering evidence such as medical records, accident reports, and witness statements.
- Establishing liability: Identifying who is legally responsible for your loved one’s death, whether it’s an individual, company, or government entity, and building a case showing how their negligence or wrongful actions caused the death.
- Calculating damages: Helping you determine the full extent of your financial and emotional losses, including funeral expenses, medical bills, lost income, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering.
- Filing a wrongful death claim: Preparing and filing the necessary legal documents to initiate a wrongful death lawsuit within the statute of limitations in your state.
- Negotiating settlements: Working with the responsible party’s insurance company or legal team to negotiate a fair settlement for your losses.
- Representing you in court: If a settlement cannot be reached, representing you in court by presenting evidence and making legal arguments to support your case.
- Handling legal deadlines: Ensuring that all legal filings are completed within the deadlines set by your state’s statute of limitations for wrongful death cases.
How Are Wrongful Death Lawyers Paid?
Wrongful death lawyers typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win or settle the case. Here’s how it generally works:
- Contingency fee: The lawyer’s fee is usually a percentage of the total settlement or damages awarded, typically ranging from 25% to 40%. You won’t have to pay any upfront fees, and the lawyer only gets paid if they successfully recover compensation for you.
- No fee if no recovery: If the lawyer does not win or settle your case, you generally won’t owe them any legal fees.
- Case expenses: In addition to the contingency fee, you may also be responsible for reimbursing the lawyer for case-related expenses, such as court costs, expert witness fees, and investigation costs. These expenses are typically deducted from the settlement or award.
It’s essential to discuss the fee structure with your lawyer during the initial consultation to ensure you understand how much you will owe if your case is successful.
How Much Does a Wrongful Death Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring a wrongful death lawyer is usually based on a contingency fee structure, meaning you only pay if the lawyer recovers compensation for you. General cost estimates include:
- Contingency fee percentage: Most wrongful death lawyers charge between 25% and 40% of the total settlement or court award. For example, if you receive a $500,000 settlement and the lawyer’s fee is 33%, the lawyer would receive $165,000, and you would keep the remaining $335,000.
- Case expenses: In addition to the lawyer’s fee, expenses such as court costs, expert witness fees, and investigation costs may be deducted from the settlement or award. These expenses can range from $5,000 to $50,000 or more, depending on the complexity of the case.
Make sure to ask your lawyer for a clear explanation of their fees and case-related expenses before proceeding with your wrongful death claim.
Top Questions to Ask a Wrongful Death Lawyer
Before hiring a wrongful death lawyer, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure they have the experience and resources to handle your case. Key questions to ask include:
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What experience do you have with wrongful death cases?
Ensure the lawyer has successfully handled cases similar to yours, whether it’s medical malpractice, car accidents, or workplace deaths. -
How do you charge for your services?
Clarify the lawyer’s contingency fee percentage and any additional costs, such as case expenses, that you may be responsible for. -
What is the likelihood of success in my case?
Ask the lawyer for an honest assessment of your case and any potential challenges that could affect the outcome. -
How long will the process take?
Wrongful death cases can take time to resolve, so ask how long the lawyer expects the process to last, from filing the claim to reaching a settlement or going to trial. -
Will you handle my case personally?
In larger firms, junior attorneys or paralegals may handle parts of the case. Make sure you know who will be managing your case and representing you in court. -
What types of damages can I recover?
Ask the lawyer to explain the types of compensation you may be entitled to, such as medical bills, funeral expenses, loss of income, and emotional suffering.
How to Check the Credibility of a Wrongful Death Lawyer
To ensure you are hiring a reputable wrongful death lawyer, take the following 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 to practice and has no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for wrongful death experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they specialize in wrongful death cases and have successfully handled cases like 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 professionalism and success rate.
- Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should be able to provide references from past clients who have worked with them on wrongful death cases.
- Check for certifications or memberships: Membership in organizations like the American Association for Justice (AAJ) or local bar associations can indicate the lawyer’s dedication to wrongful death and personal injury law.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first consultation with a wrongful death lawyer, it’s important to come prepared with relevant documents and information. Here’s what you should bring:
- Death certificate: Bring a copy of your loved one’s death certificate, as this is a key document in wrongful death cases.
- Medical records: If applicable, bring your loved one’s medical records, autopsy reports, or any documentation of their medical care leading up to their death.
- Accident or incident reports: If the wrongful death resulted from an accident, bring any police reports, accident reports, or workplace incident reports.
- Financial records: Provide documentation of your loved one’s income, benefits, and financial contributions to the family to help calculate economic damages.
- Correspondence: Bring any communication you’ve had with the responsible party, their insurance company, or legal representatives.
- List of questions: Prepare a list of questions for the lawyer about the legal process, potential outcomes, and fees.
- Timeline of events: Be ready to provide a clear timeline of the events leading up to and following your loved one’s death.
By preparing thoroughly for your consultation, you can help the lawyer assess your case more effectively and provide the best possible legal advice.
