Topic
Settlement Negotiation
302 published works
Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
Lawyer pursued future pain compensation for client who had died, ethics complaint says
Following an April 2016 car crash, Kyle Moon hired the Disparti Law Group. John Paul Kolb, an attorney with the firm, sought a $245,000 settlement for “significant arthritis” due to…
Legal Profession Blog
A Cure For Arthritis
The Illinois Administrator has filed a complaint alleging that the attorney negotiated a settlement for a deceased personal injury clientUpon Moon’s death, the attorney-client relationship between Moon and [Respondent's firm]…
Achkar Law Blog
Employment Law: How Does A Counter Offer Work?
You might be finding yourself in a workplace conflict. You might be a former employee claiming wrongful dismissal, or you might be an employer receiving that claim. Either way, you…
Inside Class Actions
Generic Title on Settlement Notice Email Prompts Court to Postpone Final Approval
A federal judge in Wisconsin recently underscored the importance of thoughtful email design when settling parties employ electronic notice. In Powers v. Filters Fast, LLC, No. 20-cv-982 (W.D. Wis. Feb.…
WCMediator Blog
SETTLEMENT AND THE BOTTOM LINE
By Teddy Snyder
The offer on the table was a good one, but the attorney thought there was hope for something better. Then I took the attorney through the “what if’s.” Expenses Matter…
Justice Pays
Tips To Increase Your Accident Injury Settlement
When you’re up against an insurance provider in the Sarasota area, it’s important to maximize your claim. Your insurance provider may act as though they’re on your side, but it’s…
Disputing
Road to Somewhere
By Beth Graham
Mark LeHochey has written a wonderful publication titled, “Road to Somewhere.” We invite you to check out the piece addressing, “How can attorneys take steps to improve settlement efforts and…
California Corporate & Securities Law Blog
Acceptance Or Counteroffer?
A California Court of Appeal opinion published yesterday highlights the importance of understanding how and when a contract is formed. The case from an attorney's letter to an insurance offering…
Blue Ocean Law Group Blog
Settlement Negotiations ➲ Gambling in the Law
When findings from Gambling Theory Research such as the Fourfold Pattern are applied to Settlement Negotiations in civil legal disputes the long-term $$$ impacts of our tendency toward risk aversion…
Justice Pays
Read This Before You Accept A Settlement Offer For Your Sarasota Auto Accident
With most Florida auto accidents, it’s rare to go to court. Instead, usually accident victims work with the insurance companies to negotiate a settlement for their damages. However, insurance companies…