$10.2M Verdict for Widow in Defective Carver Yacht Case
In late 2013, a Dekalb County Georgia jury returned a verdict in the amount of $10.2 MM against Carver Boat Corp. and Genmar Yacht Group. Following an 8-day trial, the widow and her two young sons finally obtained justice for the senseless death of a 45 year old husband and father who made the unfortunate choice to turn on the generator for air conditioni...
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Sloan Firm Helps Launch 1st Mardi Gras Festival in Houston
On Saturday, February 1, the Sloan, Bagley, Hatcher & Perry Law Firm was among the key sponsors for the inaugural Houston Creole Heritage Festival which included 3 days of Louisiana-style entertainment and recreational activities including a Mardi Gras parade, carnival rides, games, casino tent and live entertainment.
The Sloan Firm, its attorneys and...
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Chalik Firm Campaigning Nationally for Parasailing Regulations
The south Florida firm of Chalik & Chalik is leading the way nationally and locally for the State of Florida for enactment of safety regulations in the parasailing industry. Jason Chalik and Debi Chalik began this quest in 2007 when they undertook representation of Dennis White, father of Amber and Crystal White, when 15 year old Amber May White was...
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About Chalik Firm Campaigning Nationally for Parasailing Regulations
The 9 Hidden Cost of Self Funding Your Case Expenses - Part 10 of 10 - Opportunity Costs
In Part 10, Michael J. Swanson discusses opportunity costs, one of the 9 hidden costs of self-funding your case expenses.
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About The 9 Hidden Cost of Self Funding Your Case Expenses - Part 10 of 10 - Opportunity Costs
David Hoey Obtains Settlement of $800,000 for Wheelchair Injury
Advocate Capital, Inc. longtime friend and colleague David J. Hoey, recently obtained an $800,000.00 settlement for an elderly wheelchair-bound man.
The plaintiff who suffered a stroke in 2001 was wheelchair bound and unable to work. At home, he was cared for by his wife and a personal care assistant. He began attending an adult daycare facility shortly...
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About David Hoey Obtains Settlement of $800,000 for Wheelchair Injury
Roger Booth Concludes Confidential Settlement for Victims in Boom Lift Case
Advocate Capital, Inc. friend and colleague Roger E. Booth recently settled a case on behalf of a father/son team who were injured while operating a boom lift on a construction site. The plaintiffs, Razmik and Sam Kirakosyan, were employed as sheet metal workers. On the accident date, they were using a boom lift to install sheet metal at an elevated locat...
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About Roger Booth Concludes Confidential Settlement for Victims in Boom Lift Case
IRS Warns of Telephone Scam
Recently, the IRS informed taxpayers of a phone scam that is targeting taxpayers.
Click here to read more information in a recent article published by the Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants. The article also contains contact information for the IRS if you or someone you know has been affected.
Kelly A. O’Leary, CPA, CGMA, MBA, CITP, CIA
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Christian Mester and Team Secure $3.75M Verdict in Medical Negligence Case
Congratulations to Christian C. Mester, his med mal team of Jean Jones, R.N., J.D. and Maria Dawson, R.N., J.D., and their clients on this verdict returned on November 25, 2013.
This case was filed in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, Maryland by the family of a man who died of lung cancer. The 74 year old man had a CT scan of his lung that showe...
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About Christian Mester and Team Secure $3.75M Verdict in Medical Negligence Case
Advocate Capital, Inc. Celebrates Long-Term Employees
Advocate Capital, Inc. honored several long-term employees during the Annual Company Meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 11. Since 2013 was the first year for the ceremony, CEO Michael J. Swanson presented five-year anniversary awards and gift certificates to all employees with over 5 years of service.
Pictured above with Advocate Capital, Inc. CEO Michael J. Sw...
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The 9 Hidden Costs of Self Funding Your Case Expenses - Part 4 of 10 - Lack of Potential Income
In Part 4, Michael J. Swanson discusses the lack of potential income, one of the 9 hidden costs that occur when you start self-funding your case expenses. Be sure to check back for new videos as Mr. Swanson explores each hidden cost.
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About The 9 Hidden Costs of Self Funding Your Case Expenses - Part 4 of 10 - Lack of Potential Income
