Category Archives: Trial lawyer skills

The Largest Pro Bono Effort in History

As we remember the attack on the World Trade Center this month, it is also important to remember the massive effort that went into compensating the families of the victims. Many attorneys were involved in assisting families. Med League worked … Continue reading

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25 Strategies for Conflict Resolution

1. Don’t focus on winning or losing; focus on achieving objectives. 2. Interrupting to make your point is pointless. 3. Be smart not right. You aren’t finding the right answer; you’re searching for the better alternative. 4. Focus on progress … Continue reading

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Use Symbols Intelligently When Negotiating

When negotiating, do you consider how intelligent you appear? During negotiations, the other negotiator is influenced by the intellect and emotions you display. Thus, throughout the negotiation, symbols matter. Symbols consist of the makeup of the character you project into … Continue reading

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Impact of Pain and Suffering Hits a Juror

The description of pain and suffering was enough to cause a juror to faint in a Philadelphia courtroom this month. The case involved Gary Petter, who was hit by a PATCO truck after he crossed the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. The … Continue reading

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Law Firm Quality Improvement: Plan Do Study Act

At a recent meeting of the partners of the firm, a person brings up the problem of finding documents related to one client’s case in a different client’s file. At Med League, we can sympathize with this because we get … Continue reading

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Evasive answers during deposition

This is an example of an evasive set of answers during a deposition of a physician. Just answer the question, Doctor. A: I told you I wasn’t perfect. I attempted to comply with Medicare regs. I was not perfect in … Continue reading

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10 Qualities of a Successful Legal Nurse Consultant

Lots of nurses are aware of legal nurse consulting. Many have taken a course to prepare for this field. Few are successful. Here are some tips for identifying a legal nurse consultant who will be able to effectively assist you … Continue reading

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How do you evaluate a legal nurse consultant?

Every attorney uses criteria to judge the quality of the work provided by a support person such as a LNC. Here are some questions to ask as the attorney progresses in the relationship with the LNC: * Was the LNC … Continue reading

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Don’t skimp on branding by Guest author Jena Rodriquez

So many people are getting laid off from their jobs these days, yet instead of getting a new job, they are starting their own business. This is happening to some attorneys. THIS is exciting! I love when the entrepreneurial spirit … Continue reading

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Your million dollar brand by Guest Author Jena Rodriquez

Many times I get the question “What really is branding?” plus, the person asking says, “I am a little embarrassed to ask; it may be a stupid question”. BUT here is the honest truth! LOTS AND LOTS of people do … Continue reading

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