Referral Networking: A Holistic Approach to Treating Your Client

Referral Networking: A Holistic Approach to Treating Your Client

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Our Holistic Approach: Caring for Each Individual

The clients that we agree to represent, or the family members in those cases where a wrongful death or traumatic circumstances prevail, almost always have more immediate needs than just our legal representation. People often need the assistance of mental health care professionals, physicians or other professional experts. They need help, support, and a human touch that transcends the everyday legal approach to clients.

Our Beliefs: Where it All Begins

Forging a Relationship: we believe in getting to know our clients as people
Effects of a Tragedy: we believe in understanding how they and family members have been affected by these personal tragedies
Steps for Progress: we believe in approaching them and their case in a holistic sense as fellow human beings who need our help in ways that go beyond any immediate legal concerns
Providing Answers for Peace of Mind

As a next step in the process, we strive to provide the most relevant, important information for our clients. Once they have been able to gain some of their footing and are ready to proceed with legal consultation, we sit with them to answer some of the most common questions that weigh on an individual’s mind:


How long do I have to file my case?

A: It isn’t possible to describe all the time limitations that apply to all types of cases. The running of the statute of limitations is dependent on the particular facts of each case.

Generally, the statute of limitations in California for a personal injury claim is two years from the date of injury or death. In some instances the period to file suit may be longer. However, the time to file may also be shorter if the case involves medical malpractice, a public entity such as the State, a county or municipality, or a civil rights action. You should seek representation as soon as possible after an accident to avoid problems with the statute of limitations. Failure to file within the time limit imposed by law may result in the case being dismissed without compensation. Delay almost always works to the benefit of the person or entity responsible for your injury.

How do I pay my attorneys?

A: The fee contract between the firm and a client is negotiated on a case by case basis. In some cases the maximum fees are set by statutes. All fee agreements are in writing. The firm accepts most cases on a contingency fee basis. If your case is accepted on a contingency fee the firm will receive a percentage of your settlement or judgment when the funds are collected and will be reimbursed for any costs it has incurred. If no recovery is made the firm will not collect a fee, nor will it charge you for the costs incurred by the firm in handling your case.

How soon will my case be resolved?

A: The time required to resolve a case varies tremendously based on the type of case, complexity of the issues and whether the case goes to trial or settles. The firm directs its efforts to resolving cases at the earliest opportunity through direct settlement discussions with the other party’s insurance carrier or attorney, mediation, arbitration or trial. Over 80% of cases in California settle without trial. However, it is not possible to always predict if a case will settle before trial. For that reason, the firm prepares all its cases for trial if the matter can not be settled before trial.

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