Trial Lawyer View, the go-to podcast for personal injury trial lawyers. Hosted by Jason D. Lazarus, a renowned attorney expert to fellow lawyers and author of The Art of Settlement & Litigation to Life. The podcast explores cutting-edge topics in personal injury law, covering best practices, firm growth strategies, and ways to accelerate success. As part of Peak Practice by Synergy, a community dedicated to helping to optimize personal injury practices, the podcast also delves into firm operations, marketing, technology, and more
Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition that affects movement, muscle tone, posture, and coordination. While some children are diagnosed later in early childhood, early signs of cerebral palsy can often be observed during the first year of life. Recognizing these signs may help families seek early medical evaluation, begin supportive …
Wisconsin Democrats have introduced a new bill that would fully legalize marijuana for both recreational and medical use. The proposal has generated a lot of buzz, especially in Milwaukee, where advocates have long argued that marijuana enforcement falls hardest on Black and brown communities. But the unfortunate reality is that …
The Haggard Law Firm Secures Major Result in Catastrophic Injury Case The Haggard Law Firm, led by crime victim attorneys Kimberly Wald and Michael Haggard, along with co-counsel Michael Woodard of Morgan & Morgan, have obtained a $31 Million settlement in a negligent security case arising from a shooting at …
One of the most difficult aspects of a personal injury case is the feeling of isolation. You are the one in pain. You are the one missing work. It often feels like the rest of the world is moving on while you are stuck fighting for your recovery. However, the …
No one wakes up in the morning expecting to be the plaintiff in a lawsuit. Our clients are everyday people—nurses, construction workers, teachers, and parents—who were simply going about their lives when tragedy struck. Suddenly, an “ordinary” life is thrown into chaos by a catastrophic injury. The author C.S. Lewis …
In a world of instant gratification, the legal system can feel excruciatingly slow. Clients often ask, “Why is the insurance company taking so long?” or “Why hasn’t my case settled yet?” The reality is that personal injury law is a process of accumulation—accumulating medical records, accumulating witness statements, and accumulating …
After a car crash or a workplace accident, there are often two stories: the truth, and the version the insurance company wants to believe. They might argue that you were partially at fault, or that your injuries “aren’t that bad.” They might try to hide internal emails or delete surveillance …
The moments immediately following an accident are often a blur of confusion, pain, and vulnerability. While you are recovering in a hospital or at home, the insurance company for the at-fault party is already hard at work. They have teams of adjusters, investigators, and defense attorneys whose primary goal is …
Maegan Bridwell, Kimberly Wald, and Michael Haggard of The Haggard Law Firm secured a $4.25 Million settlement in a highly contested Florida pedestrian auto car case that underscores a critical principle of personal injury law: a person who causes a car crash is responsible if the injured person is hurt …