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Insurance Not Mentioned at Trial

Kevin Fine — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 22:09:00 GMT

Many personal injury clients are surprised to learn that, when we pursue their claim in court, the existence of liability insurance is never mentioned to the jury. The person who is named as the defendant in the court documents is the driver who caused the accident, and his or her insurance company is not named. The Rules of Evidence keep it out.

The logic behind keeping it out is that a jury should make a decision on what to compensate for the harms and losses independently of who will pay the money. The fact that the verdict will be paid by an insurance company cannot be mentioned. If it is, the judge will likely call a mistrial.

And the fact is that a jury likely would be influenced by that information. Jurors may be inclined to give a higher verdict if they knew an insurance company was paying. But the opposite is also true; a jury may award less than the full value of the losses if jurors assume the person sitting in the defendant's chair will have to write a check for the verdict amount.

So, the law has currently decided to keep such information out, and allow the jury to assume that the defendant will be personally paying the verdict, even thought that is almost never the case.

Dangerous Change to Leash Law

Kevin Fine — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:13:00 GMT

The legislature is considering a change to the dog leash laws that would make the streets more dangerous for people and pets alike. I was interviewed about the proposed change, and a couple "soundbites" were included in this well-produced news story. Here is the link:

http://www.abc15.com/dpp/news/region_phoenix_metro/central_phoenix/bill-would-allow-dogs-off-leash-in-arizona?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

An Announcement of Unusual Importance

Kevin Fine — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 21:00:00 GMT

We Understand

What You Are Going Through

We understand that your entire life has been affected. We have heard the struggles of hundreds of clients as we have helped them survive the consequences of a serious injury from auto accidents and medical mistakes. Do any of these concerns sound familiar?:

"I have spent most of my life healthy and active. The injuries have changed all that, and I feel restricted and confined. To the degree I force myself to do anything, it is now with pain, so it is no longer enjoyable. In addition, I am constantly dealing with the distraction and stress of pain even when I am doing nothing at all, including while trying to sleep. How does sleep depravation feel? Try dealing with daily sleep depravation due to pain."

"I feel depressed, unmotivated, irritable, and distracted, due to the constant pain. I sense that my previously stable personality is changing in a very negative way. I am not used to fear, and now feel it regularly. I am scared to drive, which is really a problem in our society. I am becoming someone that people will not enjoy being around, including those close to me. I sure don't like being around myself."

"I live close to the line financially, but I was doing fine before these injuries. Now I have constant fears that my financial life could fall apart. Money isn't everything, but it enables me to meet my obligations to other people, and adds to a fulfilling life for myself as well. These injuries have kept me from earning income I need to hold on to what I have. I fear I may lose my ability to support my family, house, car, savings, and business."

"My injuries have stopped me completely for a time, and have slowed me down for even longer. My employer may now perceive me as unreliable, a whiner, lazy, needy, risky, unmotivated, difficult to schedule, and weak. Consequently, I may be let go, have my salary lowered, or be passed over for promotions or raises"

"My co-workers may also perceive me as unreliable, a whiner, lazy, needy, risky, unmotivated, difficult to schedule, and weak. Consequently, I may be the brunt of gossip, awkward social interactions, and bad feedback to our employer."

"I had friends and family with me in the car. Even though the accident was not my fault, I feel guilt for what happened to them, and my inability to protect them from this. I now feel vulnerable to any random act of a careless person, and wonder what might happen next."

"My relationship with my spouse and kids is the most important thing in my life. I have had to decrease interaction with them and I worry that it may permanently affect these relationships. Kids continue to grow up even while I cannot be the parent I was."

"Because my injuries were caused by someone else, I thought the insurance company would really try to help. Instead, they act like I am exaggerating my injuries, and won't make any commitments to take care of what their insured did to me. I have always been an honest person, and they act like they don't believe me, which really makes me angry."

"I have heard all my life that it is a bad thing to "sue" and I am not a litigious person. I've never sued anyone, and don't want to now. But, even while treating me poorly, the insurance company is making me feel bad about making a claim—like I am doing something wrong. I also don't trust lawyers, and have heard that they are expensive even if you find one you can trust. I don't want to hire a lawyer."

"Even if I do want to hire an attorney, how do I do it? I don't want to make a mistake here too, but how do I know? I have no experience hiring an attorney, and no good way to tell if I am making a good decision, so I am likely to get taken."

"This whole world of insurance and making a claim is new to me. I am frustrated that I was thrown into this arena against my will, and now fear I will make mistakes and make matters even worse."

"Before the injuries, I felt safe. Now I feel vulnerable. I felt well; now I hurt. I felt in control; now I am under the control of others. I felt assured; now I have a lack of confidence. I enjoyed life; now I am constantly distracted by pain. I was independent physically and financially; now I rely on others and am going in debt--or worse."

"And while going through all this, the one that could most help alleviate this, the one that is responsible to help what can be helped, fix what can be fixed, and make up for what can't be helped or fixed, doesn't seem to care—the insurance company."

Does any of this seem familiar? The insurance company does not seem interested in understanding what you are really going through, but we are. The insurance representatives will act like the full extent of the harm from your injuries makes no difference to your claim, but they are wrong. If your injuries have caused you to feel some of what you read above, please contact us for a visit [click here to set up a visit]. You don't need to worry about paying to talk to us. There is no charge. We'll even buy your lunch, just to have a chance to hear you out. It may be the first time anyone has really listened to you since the accident happened.

But do we know how to help you? Yes. We will show you how to make the decision about whether to hire an attorney, and what kind you are looking for [link to article]. You can also see our own background [link to bios] and our experience in helping seriously injured survivors [link to case results]. You can read what some of our clients have said about their experience [link to testimonials]. If you just want some information right now, the articles on this site address various issues you may face [link to articles list]. There is also a free book you can order for even more guidance [book order page].

We look forward to hearing from you.

The "Steps" in a Personal Injury Case

Kevin Fine — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 17:59:00 GMT

I am sometimes asked what the basic "steps" are in pursuing an insurance claim for physical harms and losses. Of course, not every step is applicable to every case, and some cases require actions that are not listed here. However, the following actions are some of the services we provide while working on your case:

Interview the client
Help the client understand their options
Gather essential information
Contact the insurance company to open the claim
Open the physical file
Open the electronic file
Provide basic advice on property damage issues
Analyze the legal issues, such as negligence, comparative fault, and causation, and harms
Identify and investigate the insurance policies to determine applicable coverage
Prepare and send a letter of representation to the insurance company
Order the police report
Interview witnesses
Send an affidavit of insurance to at-fault driver
Notify Uninsured/Underinsured motorist insurance of potential claim
Monitor medical issues with client
Order medical records
Order medical bills
Order lost income documentation
Analyze medical bills and records for accurate understanding of injuries
Identify issues of healthcare plan reimbursement and subrogation
Help resolve healthcare plan reimbursement issues
Evaluate case strengths and weaknesses
Determine case value range, with client's input and approval
Prepare demand letter for insurance company, with necessary exhibits
Negotiate claim value with insurance company representatives
Prepare lawsuit Complaint (If the case has not settled)
Review Defendant's Answer
Prepare Disclosure Statements
Analyze Defendant Disclosure Statement
Prepare and answer Interrogatories
Prepare and answer Requests for Admissions
Prepare and answer Requests for Production of Documents
Research and draft needed Motions to the Court
Prepare client for Deposition
Defend the client Deposition
Hire medical expert witnesses
Hire other needed expert witnesses, such as accident reconstructionists
Take opposing party Depositions
Prepare Offer of Judgment
Hold jury research focus groups
Develop trial presentation
Prepare trial notebooks and exhibits
Hold the trial or arbitration
Respond to post-trial procedures

Clearly, some of these steps are fairly simple (ordering the police report), while others are quite complex (conducting jury focus groups). With our injured clients, we want to allow them to focus on the healing process, and leave this list to us.

Someone Damaged Your Car--What Now?

Kevin Fine — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 17:55:00 GMT

When you left for work this morning, the kids were all acting like they were in a famine because there is no milk in the refrigerator. So, in the five "spare" minutes you have on the way home, you stop at a grocery store to restock the refrigerator. You park and start to walk into the store when you are startled by an explosive crash of crinkling metal behind you. You turn to see your fears confirmed. Another car just swerved to miss a runaway shopping cart and ran directly into the side of your car!

After the initial shock is over, you realize that this has never happened to you before, and you are not really sure what to do next. All the possible scenarios cannot be fully answered in this short article, and this information is not legal advice on a specific matter, but here are some general guidelines to keep in mind:

Call the police if it is on public property, but not usually on private property, unless there are injuries.
Exchange insurance information and basic contact information with the other driver.
Contact the insurance company to report the damage. You may want to report it to your own and also to the other driver's. The at-fault driver's insurance will likely pay for the damage, but it may be faster to have your own pay and then it can collect from the adverse company.
If your car is repairable, the insurance company will recommend a repair shop. You can take it there, but have the right to take it to any reputable shop. A good shop will usually communicate directly with the insurance to get paid for their work.
Make sure you are satisfied with the repair, or keep having the shop get permission to fix it until it is right.
If it will cost more to fix your car than to replace it, that means your car is a "total loss." The company will have a market analysis done on your car's value. Do your own market analysis by finding "comparable" vehicles in local sources like the internet, news papers, and car sales publications. This will help you see if the offer is in the right ballpark.
If you and the insurance cannot come to an agreement on the repair or replacement value, then other steps will need to be taken. Those steps are a topic for another article.

For more information on property damage claims, and other aspects of accident and injury claims, please download the free publication: "Your Auto Accident Claim" from this web site. Please keep in mind that if you were also injured in the accident that damaged your car, you should probably consult with a lawyer. You can talk to the injury lawyers at Davis Miles, without charge, before deciding whether you want to hire us. That way, you only risk a little of your time.

How to Have "Full Coverage" Insurance

Kevin Fine — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:41:00 GMT

A common statement made by car owners is that they have "full coverage" on their auto policy. Surprisingly, this phrase has no specific meaning in the law or in the insurance industry. The laws of Arizona require a very low standard of coverage, liability insurance only, so having truly adequate insurance is up to you. The following information will help you be fully covered, if you so choose.

The Liability Policy

Drivers are required to have a liability policy to cover damages resulting from an accident they caused. In Arizona, the minimum auto insurance coverage allowed by law is currently $15,000/$30,000/$10,000. This means that the insurance company will pay no more than $15,000 on any individual claim, and no more than $30,000 total, no matter how many people were injured or how much the claims are worth. The "$10,000" means that the insurance company will pay no more than $10,000 for property damage, including rental, loss of use, diminution of value, equipment, and even damage to street lights, etc. Of course, many liability insurance policies have limits higher than the minimum requirement.

Although you are legally allowed to carry this minimum coverage, if you cause an accident you may create more damages than a minimum policy will cover. Speak to your insurance agent about all the types of coverage and what it costs for different limits. You will be surprised how much more coverage you can get for a little more in premium payments.

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

If the driver who caused the accident is not insured, your own policy will enable you to make a personal injury claim if you have purchased Uninsured Motorist coverage (often referred to as UM coverage). It is mandatory that your insurance company offer you this coverage, but it is optional whether you actually purchase it. However, estimates seem to show that between 30% and 40% of the accidents are caused by drivers with no insurance. Consequently, you really should carry it. You may think you have this coverage because you have been told you have "full coverage." This is not necessarily true, so look at your policy and talk to your insurance agent—before you are in an accident.

Under-Insured Motorist

If the person that caused the accident has insurance, but does not have sufficient insurance to pay the proper value of the claim, then your own under-insured motorist coverage (often referred to as UIM coverage) can be used to fill some or all of the remaining gap. For example, if your bodily injury claim is worth $30,000, but the person who hit you carries a policy of $15,000, your own UIM coverage can fill in the other $15,000 and you can collect the full value of your claim. Like uninsured motorist coverage, the under-insured motorist coverage must be offered to you by your agent or company, but you do not have to buy it. However, in many instances a claim can quickly exceed the insurance available through the at-fault driver, so it is wise to purchase under-insured motorist coverage.

If you are making an insurance claim for bodily injury, the UIM claim is generally pursued as a separate claim after the liability policy has settled.

Collision Coverage

Collision coverage is the insurance you purchase to either repair or replace your damaged vehicle. If the other driver has insurance, his or her policy will be responsible for this repair or replacement. However, there are instances in which you will want to use your collision coverage anyway, for speed or convenience. For example, your company is obligated to take care of the vehicle no matter who caused the accident, so they don't have to do a complete investigation before starting the repairs.

There are some disadvantages to collision coverage vs. liability coverage as well. For example, collision coverage will not pay for a rental unless you have purchased rental coverage as a separate item (so you may wish to do so).

If you were hit by an uninsured driver and you do not carry collision coverage, your only possible remedy is to collect from the driver personally. You have a right to do this, but it is often expensive and fruitless.

Comprehensive Coverage

This coverage is usually sold along with collision coverage but not always. It is a separate coverage with a different purpose. Comprehensive coverage will usually cover your vehicle for issues like theft and fire. Believe it or not, your collision coverage usually will not. If you have collision coverage only, and your car is stolen, you may be out of luck.

In addition, rental car and towing coverage can really come in handy, so consider adding those.

Medical Payment Coverage

You may want to add Medical Payment coverage (med pay) coverage to your policy. This coverage will pay automobile accident medical bills up to the med pay policy limit, for anyone covered by the policy at the time of the accident. This coverage can be purchased in various quantities, but the most common amount is $5,000. this coverage is of value even if you do have a good health insurance plan because of gaps in the coverage–services out of network, deductibles, co-pays, etc. The med pay coverage can prevent you from having these out-of-pocket expenses. The premium payment for med pay is usually very reasonable.

Conclusion

I hope this information has been helpful. A good insurance agent can explain these coverages and others in more detail. If you ever need to make an insurance claim, you may want to consult with an attorney about how these coverages apply to your specific circumstances.

11 Insurance Myths That Can Hurt Your Claim

Kevin Fine — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 21:58:00 GMT

Insurance companies fulfill a valuable service, but a person that was seriously injured in an accident needs to keep this truth in mind: THE INSURANCE COMPANY DOES NOT CARE WHAT IS FAIR, ONLY HOW LITTLE THE COMPANY CAN PAY.

Because of this, the insurance company's adjusters and attorneys often take advantage of some common myths and emotions. Here are some of the most common:

The other driver's insurance company will treat me fairly because I am cooperative.

Not true. The opposing insurance company has little obligation to you and is your adversary in this matter. The company's system is designed to pay as little as possible to resolve the claim.

The insurance company will treat me fairly because the accident was not my fault.

Not true. Even if the fault for the accident is clear, the real fight is over what the company should pay for your injuries and losses. Again, the company will try to pay as little as possible.

The insurance company will treat me fairly because I am seriously injured.

Not true. The company has been practicing ways to make catastrophic losses seem like no big deal for centuries. Proving the consequences of this accident on your life is harder than you think.

The insurance company has lots of experience with injury claims and I do not. The company's representatives will know what is fair for my claim and will offer me that amount.

Do I really have to tell you this is not true? Again, they won't offer you a fair amount unless they have to.

I am not a greedy person, so I don't need an attorney.

Not true. You are not a greedy person but you do need an attorney. Receiving fair compensation is not greed. You need an attorney to get fair compensation. If you feel like the insurance company is offering you too much, just let us know. We'll call a press conference.

My claim will resolve faster if I don't get an attorney.

Partially true. You can settle immediately for less than you deserve. Getting a fair amount takes more time, but not because you hired an attorney—only because you refused to get ripped off.

The insurance company will stop being nice to me if I get an attorney.

Not true. The company representatives will stop being nice to you when you start asking for fair compensation, whether you have an attorney or not. You just won't be able to do much about it without an attorney. If you are outsized by the bully on the playground, having a big stick and knowing how to swing it is a great equalizer.

I am not a litigious person. I just don't sue people. The company will appreciate that and will pay me fairly for my injuries and losses.

The first two sentences are true. The last one is not. The insurance company wants people to feel guilty if they pursue lawsuits, so it can pay you less than you deserve. By the way, insurance companies are litigious—and rich. Who are you protecting by not pushing for fair compensation? Also, your best chance of not going to court usually comes by being properly prepared to go to court. We know you don't want your case to go to a jury trial if it can be avoided, and we work with that in mind.

I need to get this claim settled quickly so I can move on emotionally.

Probably not true. If you are seriously injured, there is usually no reason to settle before you have done all you can to heal. If you settle, but still continue with medical issues, the settlement doesn't much help you to move on—you still have your injuries. Settling for less than what is fair in order to "wrap it up" will probably irritate you for years, not help you move on emotionally. The better course is to fully address your injuries before deciding what to request as fair compensation.

I need to settle quickly so no legal deadlines expire.

Not true. Yes, there are deadlines, and you need to make sure you know what they are by consulting with an attorney. Even the shortest of these in Arizona gives you several months to two years after the accident before you would be in trouble. Don't let the insurance company make you feel like you have to reach a fast settlement or they are going to not pay you, or pay you less later. Early settlements generally mean less money to you, not more.

I will end up with less money if I hire an attorney.

Usually not true, at least in our firm. Having the right attorney can make a remarkable difference in proving the full extent of the harms and losses you have experienced. That increase will far exceed the percentage you pay your attorney, so you will be money ahead. More importantly, you will have greater peace of mind knowing that someone knowledgeable is on your side.

Help That Will Really Matter

So, if you have been injured in a way that has really altered your life, and you want to get some help, how do you know who to hire? There are probably more than a thousand personal injury lawyers in Arizona, and they are not equally capable of helping you. Obviously, we think we should be high on you list for consideration, and we have sound reasons for believing this. The article entitled 10 Qualities That Really Matter in Finding The Right Lawyer will help you know what you are looking for among those many attorneys out there.

She Died Because the Doctor Didn't Listen

Kevin Fine — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 18:42:00 GMT

Medical professionals provide an essential and valuable service to all of us. We want a high-performing medical community to provide those services. We also recognize that we are very vulnerable when we place our lives in the hands of a doctor, especially in a hospital and surgical setting. Because of that fact, it is important that any doctor that becomes careless or dangerous in the way he practices medicine should be held accountable to those he harms. It is, however, often a difficult task to prove that a doctor or hospital wrongfully harmed a patient, even when common sense makes it obvious.

Robert Tolman and Kevin Fine, from the Personal Injury Department of Davis Miles, and Attorney Art Lloyd of Payson, represented a judge whose wife was killed by careless medical practices. The doctor added insult to this significant loss by claiming the judge was lying about key conversations he had with the doctor. Recently, after a hard-fought jury trial, the jury concluded that the judge was telling the truth, that the carelessness of the doctor caused his wife's death, and that the judge should have this incredible loss appreciated and compensated.

We are proud of the difference we made for this man and his family. We hope that you never experience injury due to the wrongful act of another person. But if it happens, Robert Tolman and Kevin Fine are here to help you.

Laws for Dogs

Kevin Fine — Thu, 26 May 2011 22:26:00 GMT

Your Dog Can"t Read This—It Is For You.

As a personal injury attorney, I was recently asked by my Homeowners' Association to write briefly about the law surrounding a dog owner's duties. This article is not intended to be legal advice—only general information. It started as a great scholarly treatise on dog bite law in Arizona. Family members, however, wisely advised me to just write what 'they need to know.' So, here it is.

State law requires that your dog be on a leash in a park or on school grounds. [1] If your dog is out in public unrestrained, it must have a collar with tags. [2] City codes add other requirements as well. For example, Mesa City Code requires the dog be leashed on any public lands or streets. [3] Then neighborhood CC&Rs have their own additional requirements. For example, the CC&Rs for my neighborhood add that a dog must be leashed if it is in a common area or on another owner"s lot. [4] It also states the owner"s obligation to 'pick up' after the dog. Basically, if your dog leaves your yard for any reason, it must be on a leash to comply with all three standards where I live.

If your dog bites a person, you can be held responsible for the damages of that bite even if you had no idea that the dog would do so.[5] However, your dog still has the right to bite the heck out of a burglar. You can also be held responsible for damage to a person or property caused by your dog if it is unrestrained in a public place, even if the damage is not caused by biting (for example, a dog knocks a cyclist off his bike and he is injured in the fall). [6] This also applies if, for example, your dog leaves your yard and attacks a dog being walked on a leash, because the other dog is considered 'property.' Even without the Statutes, you can be found negligent, and therefore responsible, if you knew your dog had a tendency to bite or attack. In that case, you can also be guilty of a criminal misdemeanor. [7]

Now, if your dog inflicts such harm, and you are found responsible, your home owner"s insurance policy will usually cover the value of the losses sustained, within the limits of the policy. However, after such a claim, the company will often give you the choice between keeping your dog or keeping the policy.

We are all aware of the joy dogs can bring. These laws and rules are designed to minimize the chances of your dog causing harm, so you and your neighbors can continue to enjoy both the pets and the people they own.

If you have any questions, feel free to send me an e-mail at kfine@davismiles.com.

[1] Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) §11-1012

[2] A.R.S. §11-1012

[3] Mesa City Code 6-4-7

[4] Montecito HOA CC&Rs 8.7

[5] A.R.S. §11-1027

[6] A.R.S. §11-1001

[7] A.R.S. §13-1208

Finding The Right Lawyer

Kevin Fine — Fri, 20 May 2011 22:02:00 GMT

Stop the Madness!

Have all the lawyer web sites start looking the same to you? How is your search helping you choose an attorney? Here is the problem you may be facing:

The sites show the name of the firm. Are you going to choose the name you like best?

The sites show pictures of some of the attorneys. Are you going to choose the face you like best?

The sites say "aggressive, experienced, committed representation." What does that mean? Are you going to choose the firm that makes those assertions the most times on their web site?

The sites say "no charge until we collect." If they all do it, how does that help you decide which attorney is right for your case?

The truth is that none of these things help you know how to choose the right lawyer for you. The information below is a straightforward attempt to share with you what I would be looking for if I needed an attorney myself for a serious injury matter. This should help you sort through the clutter of messages in attorney web sites and advertising.

10 QUALITIES THAT REALLY MATTER IN FINDING THE RIGHT LAWYER

If your injuries are causing long-term losses and life-altering changes, you are simply not going to get fair treatment without the right kind of help. You also should not make a rushed decision about who can provide that help. Do your homework. Shop around. This section of the article can help you know what you are looking for in a lawyer.

Your Case May Not Settle-What Then?

It is better for everyone if you claim can reach a settlement without a jury trial. But too many cases settle because the attorney for the injured person is unwilling or unable to go to trial. In such instances, it is likely that the client is settling for less than fair compensation.

Most Attorneys Are Not Right for Serious Injury Cases

If you want to get fair compensation for a serious injury, you need to have an attorney who is ready, willing, and able to take the case to trial. The insurance company has lawyers that know how to go to trial and win against injured people. Consequently, if the company knows (and they do know) that your attorney is not ready, willing, and able to take the case to trial, there is little incentive to treat you fairly. Although you probably don't actually want to have your case presented to a jury, for you to settle reasonably well, your attorney must be ready, willing, and able to take your case to trial. So what does it take for an attorney to meet this criteria? You want an attorney (and law office) who:

Has years of experience proving cases like yours (or the attorney will not know how to prove the harm and losses you've suffered)
Enjoys a solid reputation among other lawyers (or the attorneys on the other side will know they can play games)
Has significant jury trial experience representing plaintiffs (or the attorney will be too nervous to concentrate on getting your case right)
Regularly goes to trial on personal injury matters (or the attorney will not be "sharp")
Trains him or herself in the latest knowledge about jury trials (or the attorney will overlook what we now know about how to best present information to the jury)
Has obtained large verdicts from a jury (or you don't know if the attorney is any good)
Has access to the significant funds it takes to run a serious injury case (or the insurance company attorneys know they can just stall, and "starve" your attorney out)
Is surrounded by a team of competent attorneys and staff to support the effort (an attorney is only as good as his support staff)
Has the experience, reputation, and connections to bring in the right experts and consultants on your matter (like with other professions, part of the battle is "who you know")
Limits his or her number of clients in a way that allows him or her to personally work your matter (do you really think the volume practice advertisers are diligently preparing their cases?)

This list will significantly narrow your options-from thousands to tens. I do not know all of the attorneys that fit this description, but there are not very many. The most limiting factor is the jury trial experience. It is becoming difficult to find attorneys who have tried enough jury cases to really be effective. That is why many attorneys bring their matters to those few attorneys for help. I am a past-president of the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, and I am considered a good lawyer, but I do not yet fit the criteria set out above. I left my own practice to work with an attorney that does, and to learn from him, with the goal of meeting the criteria myself one day. That attorney is Robert Tolman. Mr. Tolman is a Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death. He and I represent seriously injured clients here at the law firm of Davis Miles, PLLC.

The second hardest quality to meet is finding a firm that can afford the cost and time to properly represent a seriously injured person. Mr. Tolman and I practice with a big law firm for a very good reason-resources. Our team at Davis Miles offers what you need to make sure you are treated fairly after a serious injury-- Attorneys with meaningful experience and the backing of a law firm big enough to withstand the "siege" approach often applied by big insurance companies against the "little guy."

READY, WILLING, AND ABLE AT DAVIS MILES

We are not the only firm that meets the standards you should seek in an attorney for a serious injury claim, but our team at Davis Miles is one of the few. If you have had to change the way you live because someone else caused you a severe injury, please contact us so we can provide you some information without charge and without obligation. This information will help you in making this very important decision.

You can order information about injury claims and about Davis Miles by clicking here, or contacting our team at 480-733-6800.

Welcome to our Tempe Personal Injury Blog

Tempe Personal Injury Attorney — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 21:20:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce the launch of our Tempe Personal Injury Blog with an RSS feed available at Blog/Entire-Blog-Feed/RSS.xml