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clients and file a lawsuit if the insurance company was being

unreasonable. He simply did not have the time to go the extra distance
for his clients. He was not a trial lawyer; he was a settlement lawyer.

TV lawyers often get numerous calls about wrecks. Instead of
meeting with potential clients, many TV lawyers send “runners” or
“investigators” (non-lawyer employees) out to the injured parties’ home

or the hospital to sign them up. The TV lawyer then requests the medical
records and files a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company.

However, if the insurance adjuster does not offer the client enough to
settle, some TV lawyers fire the client or refer the client to another
attorney.

Potential Pitfall: I know of several attorneys who do heavy
advertising, including billboards, phone book, TV, who are not from this
area, do not regularly maintain a physical presence in the area, and do

not personally meet with their “clients.” They simply have an office and
have a staff member meet with their “clients.” Meeting and discussing
your case with a legal assistant, investigator, or “runner” is no substitute

for sitting down with an experienced personal injury attorney who is
easily accessible and willing meet with you personally to discuss your

case.

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