Described by Roger Dawson, author of "Secrets of Power Negotiating" as the "most powerful" negotiating pressure point, the ability to walk away is critical in getting the best possible dollar value from an injury case.
"If there's one thing that I can impress upon you that would make you a 10 times more powerful negotiator, it's this" says Roger, "Learn to develop walk-away power."
I've often seen this in mediations. These, in injury cases, often take place when the lawsuit is nearly done. ...
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September 27th, 2010 in
Law
New reports may have pinpointed the source of contamination for many are claiming is contaminated Chinese drywall. The L.A. Times reported that the root cause of the contamination of the Chinese drywall may be a radioactive phosphorus substance known as phosphogypsum. Phosphogypsum is banned in the United States, namely because prolonged exposure has been shown to increase the chance of the development of lung cancer. While regulations exist in the U.S. to prevent the use of phosphogypsum in ...
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September 26th, 2010 in
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Spokane, Washington is the latest site to receive attention from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Concerns over possible soil contaminants arose after an investigation in Libby, Montana, where an entire town was covered with a fine dust contaminated with asbestos. The dust was a result of nearby vermiculite mining, under the operation of the W.R. Grace company, the same company which operates a nearby insulation production facility. The cleanup in Libby, Montana was ordered after ...
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September 25th, 2010 in
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Mesothelioma is a cancer usually resulting from asbestos exposure. So if you have been diagnosed of having this cancer, it is essential that you immediately look for a lawyer specializing in cases such as mesothelioma. This is because a lot of states have limited statutes pertaining to cases like this that if you do not act quickly, you might not be able to get compensated at all. So the sooner you seek legal assistance, the better. As the only possible link to this cancer is asbestos exposure, ...
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September 24th, 2010 in
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If you were in an accident you may be wondering: Do you have a case?
Each lawyer has his own screening criteria but they will generally follow this pattern:
1) Were you injured? Sometimes mere injury isn't enough. Some states require a "permanent injury" before you can recover non-economic compensation in a car accident case.
2) was your injury caused by the negligence of another?
If the other driver ran a red light or stop sign, or rear-ended you, then he was most likely negligent.
Now, ...
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September 23rd, 2010 in
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Unsafe working conditions continue to plague some construction sites, both locally and internationally, according to many news reports. Though several websites exist that offer construction accident information, construction accidents continue to occur frequently. Many times, these unsafe conditions can be easily remedied by a competent foreman on the job site. Sadly, there is a certain stigma against safety on some construction sites. Safety is often overlooked or it is thought that engaging ...
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September 22nd, 2010 in
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Alcohol use is a major cause of automobile accidents in the United States. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, over 16,000 people were killed in 2004 because of accidents involving drunk drivers. What makes this figure even more shocking is that
car accidents caused by drunk drivers are entirely preventable. Effects of Alcohol Alcohol has effects on the skills we need to remain focused and safe on the road. Even a low blood alcohol level can have enough of an effect to cause an ...
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September 21st, 2010 in
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The decision of hiring a personal injury lawyers is a very important and big one for anyone to make. After going through the various personal injury lawyers in and around your area, you may have reached a point where you would probably like to arrange a personal consultation with a lawyer. When you have reached the decision of meeting the personal injury lawyer for the initial consultation, be very sure that you are fully ready and well prepared for the meeting.Here in this article, you can get ...
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September 20th, 2010 in
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We've all probably seen television shows and movies where someone files a frivolous lawsuit in an attempt to realize a huge settlement that's based on some silly real or imagined cause.A classic sitcom frivolous lawsuit is virtually always a tort action. The situation usually revolves around the plaintiff's claim that the defendant's negligence caused them harm is some way. And the plaintiff inevitably demands an exorbitant amount of monetary compensation for their pain and suffering.Often the ...
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September 19th, 2010 in
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The controversy surrounding what investigators are calling defective Chinese drywall continues to unfold as more discoveries are made. Many homeowners are concerned that their residence may be contaminated with the allegedly toxic Chinese drywall, which has been implicated in respiratory problems as well as fatigue, headaches, and vision problems. News reports continue to add more information to this developing story, adding additional resources for residents and homeowners who may be ...
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September 18th, 2010 in
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