An overbilling lawsuit against DLA Piper, the largest law firm in the country, has garnered attention after a client who was originally sued for unpaid legal fees filed a counter lawsuit, reports VA Lawyers Weekly. DLA Piper sued Adam Victor, an executive in the energy industry, for $650,000 in unpaid legal fees in a bankruptcy …
Fuel-efficient driving techniques not only save you money at the pump, they help to keep your vehicle in good driving condition by minimizing wear and tear. This means your vehicle will drive better for longer, and you will have increased its resale value by the time you’re ready to upgrade. Additionally, many of the techniques …
Going up against a corporate powerhouse in litigation can be daunting, but there is reason for optimism. The financial collapse of 2008 has left many regular citizens (including those that end up on the jury) with sour tastes in their mouth in regards to Wall Street greed. This is something we will look to take …
Nearly two years after filing a lawsuit against Family Dollar Stores of Texas, Mary Jane Walters (plaintiff) has now filed a notice of dismissal with prejudice to dismiss all claims against Family Dollar. Walters filed the lawsuit on Jan. 12, 2011 in Jefferson County District Court claiming “picture frames and other items,” fell on her, …
The deposition is a vital discovery tool that can make or break a lawyer’s personal injury case. When used correctly, it can build momentum going into trial or even lead to settlement negotiations. When used incorrectly, it can lead to disaster. Here are a few steps that we may take to ensure we get exactly …
It may not be known among all citizenry, but attorneys don’t all practice the same kind of law. There are many specializations within categories of law. The three main areas or categories of law are: criminal, contract, and tort. The first two are fairly self-explanatory—criminal law: the prosecution of those who have committed a crime, …
Changes may be coming to an issue that occurs frequently in litigation: Can a claimant’s lawyer communicate directly with the insurance adjuster without asking the defense lawyer’s permission beforehand. The Virginia State Bar seems to be changing its attitude towards the question, reports Virginia Lawyers Weekly. The VSB is leaning closer to “Yes” then ever …
Here are the next steps in the preliminary process: Re-assessment and Additional Investigation: Most attorneys will proceed here if it has been determined that liability is clear and damages are extensive. This step may be time-consuming if the attorney decides to gather additional information from state and federal resources that may be helpful in court, …
A personal injury case requires extensive investigation prior to going to court. This process can take a long time, from several months to a couple of years. Here at Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, we want our clients to learn the process step-by-step so they have a better understanding of why their case may be taking …
Virginia Insurance Accident/Injury Lawyer James Parrish wants you to know that 90-year-old Arlene Hull has been awarded $34.2 million from her Omaha, Nebraska insurance company, Ability Insurance Co. The award comes after she and her daughter sued the company for ending Ms. Hull’s assisted-living benefits for her dementia care, reports the Yahoo! News. Ability Insurance …
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