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Personal Injury Results

$15.3 MILLION | AUTO ACCIDENT (WAYNE COUNTY, MI)

$6.5 MILLION | MEDICAL MALPRACTICE (OAKLAND COUNTY, MI)

$3 MILLION | PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT (INGHAM COUNTY, MI)

$2.1 MILLION | PREMISES LIABILITY (OAKLAND COUNTY, MI)

$2 MILLION | TRUCK ACCIDENT (OAKLAND COUNTY, MI)

$1.9 MILLION | AUTO ACCIDENT (WAYNE COUNTY, MI)

How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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Free Consultation, No Obligation.

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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Free Consultation, No Obligation.

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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Free Consultation, No Obligation.

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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Free Consultation, No Obligation.

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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Consultation

Free Consultation, No Obligation.

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How Do Most Motorcycle Accidents Happen?

Although insurance companies like to argue otherwise, most motorcycle accidents occur when riders have their right of way violated by inattentive or reckless drivers. Because the design of motorcycles inherently provides no protection to a rider in the event of an accident, motorcyclists often lose their lives or suffer devastating injuries when they are involved in a […]

Goodman Acker Team

Goodman Acker P.C. Named Among “10 Best Law Firms”

Goodman Acker P.C. is pleased to announce that our firm has been named one of the 2015 “10 Best Law Firms” in Michigan by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys. Founded in 2014, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys has made it their mission to recognize outstanding attorneys for excellence in their field. This third-party […]

Pedestrian Deaths Increase by a Near 10% in 2015

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities have increased by almost 10% in just the past year. Research shows that this is the largest year-to-year increase since 1975. In addition, sources state the following four states have accounted for roughly half of these pedestrian fatalities: California Texas Florida New York Of course, these states are home […]

Hamtramck School Board Member Fights Removal from Office

Mohammad Huda, a Hamtramck school board member, has filed a lawsuit against the school district and his fellow board members after he was removed from office last month amid questions about his residency. Huda’s seat has been vacant since January 13. Huda’s complaint has been filed with the Wayne County Circuit Court, stating that his […]

Is There a Minimum Value for a Personal Injury Settlement?

If you have been involved in an accident, it is a matter of principle that you can pursue compensation for any losses and/or injuries, no matter how minor. Any time you suffer because of someone else’s recklessness or carelessness, the offending party should be held responsible. It doesn’t matter how “serious” or costly your losses […]

What You Should Know About Automotive Recalls

You may have noticed that there have been quite a few auto recalls in recent years. GM has recalled 1.6 million vehicles worldwide over issues with a faulty ignition switch, and Toyota recently settled a federal probe to the tune of $1.8 billion over complaints related to unintended acceleration in popular models. Volkswagen may also […]

What Are Contingency Fees & How Do They Work?

If you’ve ever considered working with a lawyer, you may have seen some of them advertising something called contingency fees. Contingency fee agreements mean that a lawyer’s fee is contingent upon the outcome of the case, meaning they only get paid if they are able to make a recovery in the form of a settlement or verdict. […]

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