Check the Fine Print
If you represent individuals or small businesses, business has probably slowed down in the last week or so, hasn’t it? Part of it is the economy (remember: the economy is always cyclical — we’re gonna bounce back just fine!), but the main reason that your phone hasn’t been ringing as much as usual isn’t because you’ve done anything wrong, it’s just that your clients would rather spend their money on Christmas gifts rather than on legal...
Read MoreWhy Should You Win This Jury Trial?
Whenever an attorney asks me to help them with their opening statement, I usually ask them a series of questions to help assess the true value of their case: Question #1: “What do you like about your case?” It sounds like a silly question, but it’s actually quite important. The more time you invest in your case, the more weaknesses you start seeing in your case. That’s an invaluable asset for realistically evaluating your case, but unfortunately, it often leads to tunnel vision. Some lawyers...
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