Removal for Cause Jurors who appear through their answers to be prejudiced in some way concerning a matter of importance in the trial can...

Perhaps the most misunderstood of insurance coverages is homeowners.  Did you know that your homeowners insurance may cover you for...

Your Attorney’s Role The first set of questions your lawyer will ask may involve whether any of the potential jurors know you or the...

Client Letter: Defense Medical Examination Dear Client: I am sending you this letter to give you some helpful instructions concerning the...

Exaggerating You should not exaggerate your injuries or losses, but you should not hesitate to explain fully all of the injuries and...

Telling the Truth Perhaps the most important advice your lawyer can give you during preparation for the deposition is to tell the truth....

There is a sample Request for Production of Documents in Appendix A of my book. (see form 5, p.236.) The exchange of documents is very...

NOTE: This list is only a starting point in your research. If you are concerned about a statute of limitation, you should either contact...

Arbitration is a better settlement device when the sides are entrenched. Arbitration usually involves a mini or summary trial. The rules...

It is absolutely unethical for a lawyer to fail to immediately notify the client of any settlement offers. Even if the offer is extremely...

Settlement Conference The final opportunities for settlement occur after a settlement conference and at the courthouse steps. Judges...

Depositions Insurance companies know that jury verdicts, even for legitimate and substantial accident injury claims, are often much lower...

Once the insurance company has finally made you a settlement offer, be prepared to say no. It is very rare for the first offer to be...

October 19, 2013 GOOD HANDS INSURANCE COMPANY 1400 N. PROVIDENCE ROAD SUITE 5055 PHILADELPHIA, PA 19151 ATTN: N. SURANCE, CLAIM...

You can expect that, the first time you speak with the insurance company’s claims representative about settlement, there will be some...

Be sure to send organized copies of your medical bills and reports with your settlement demand letter. Arrange them in chronological...

Holding Out for a Better Settlement The willingness you and your attorney have for holding out for top dollar is another important...

Last month we discussed SEPTA’s use of video to ward off fraudulent claims.  This month we’ll discuss a case in which the insurance...

The Defendant The personality and actions of the defendant are yet another important factor. If the defendant’s actions were particularly...

Doctor Reputation Your doctor’s reputation is also important. There are many doctors who are notorious for having a patient base made up...