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GENERAL
Please fill in all of the blanks on the Free Evaluation Form the Best You Can. Generally, if an attorney is interested in your case, we will try to contact you within 24 hours of your submission (except for weekends and holidays). We do not promise or guarantee this.
TERMS OF USE 1. In order to be eligible for a Free Case Evaluation, the victim in your case must have serious permanent injuries or death.
2. Your Free Case Evaluation form submission must be, to the best of your ability, accurate in all significant and important respects. This includes the injuries, dates of injuries. You must have provided fully accurate contact e-mail and phone numbers.
3. You are required to have described in detail the basis for the alleged cause of action. You must read and agree to this disclaimer and terms of use by checking the box that says “Yes” on the Evaluation form that is Next to “I have read and agree to the Terms of the Disclaimer and Use”.
4. Your filling out and submitting the Evaluation Form does not constitute an agreement by our law firm, or any other, to represent you in your case. No attorney-client relationship is formed by your submission of this Free Evaluation Form. You do not have an attorney representing you unless and until there is a original paper written fee contract executed by both You and Us (if We agree to represent You).
5. With all inquiries, we may evaluate your case ourselves, or we may refer it to another attorney who is not connected to our law for evaluation. This depends on both where you live, the nature of your case, and how much work and how many clients our law firm is handling at the time of your inquiry. If we refer your inquiry out to another law firm, you will be so informed. At all times prior to any attorney taking your case pursuant to a written fee agreement, you agree that your inquiry to us will not deter you in any way from looking for other legal counsel.
6. You agree that this Free Case Evaluation Form is solely being sent by you in order to see whether an attorney is interested in talking to you further about your case. Even if an attorney calls you or e-mails you back to get more details, you agree and understand that there is no attorney-client relationship unless and until there is a original paper written fee contract executed by both You and Us (if We agree to represent You) or You and Such Other Attorney as who specifically offers you a written fee agreement.
7. You will not be contacted further if your Free Case Evaluation form is not fully accurate (including all accurate contact information including an accurate e-mail) or does not involve at least $5,000.00 in actual loss or damages. SUBMITTING THE FREE CASE EVALUATION IS SIMPLY YOUR REQUEST FOR A FREE EVALUATION – IT DOES NOT OBLIGATE ANY ATTORNEY TO GIVE YOU A FREE OR COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION. SOME EVALUATIONS FOR BREACH OF CONTRACTS MAY REQUIRE AN HOURLY FEE.
8. You agree that if we decline to evaluate Your case that this is not a comment on the relative strength or weakness of Your case, and that you will be very diligent in contacting other attorneys to get an in-person evaluation of your case. You agree that your action in submitting this Free Case Evaluation Form will not keep you in any way from contacting other attorneys to evaluate Your claims. You agree an understand that contacting the State Bar in your state is a good place to seek referrals as is talking to friends, relatives and persons who have had good experiences with attorneys.
9. If you are now represented by an attorney in the issues in the evaluation form, you are not eligible for an evaluation.
10. You agree and understand that your use of this website does not create an obligation for Us or any attorney to represent you or give You legal advice.
11. We do not express any legal opinion on the merits of a case unless we first take Your case by original paper written fee agreement, signed by both You and Us.
12. Your use of this Site and Our response, if any, does not form an attorney-client relationship.
13. If you do not hear from us within 7 business days, it means we declined to give you a case evaluation. You agree and understand that We have no contractual or legal obligation to conduct an evaluation of Your case – You are simply submitting the evaluation in order to try and get an attorney with discussing your case with you further.
14. All cases are subject to a statute of limitations (the time in which a case must be filed or it is barred forever). Unless you enter into a written agreement for representation, signed and executed by You and Us, We will not offer or give any legal or other advice on this issue. You agree that it is solely Your responsibility to determine and comply with the statute of limitations for your case. We do not accept case inquiries or evaluations sent within 90 days of the expiration of your statute of limitations.
15. Your communication with us via the internet or this website will not create an attorney-client relationship and messages containing time-sensitive information should not be sent.
16. This web site and all of its content are provided by Us for general informational purposes only. This Website is not a substitute for getting legal advice from an attorney and this website does not constitute legal advice.
17. The information and materials on this Website are general information only and because case law and statutes and regulations all intertwine, the materials here should not be applied to any specific case or situation. Laws, statutes, regulations change. We do not necessarily have the changes reflected herein.
18. You should hire an attorney for a specific analysis for your situation in order to have any certainty about your legal rights. You are warned to not take any action based on the contents of this website. You may only rely on an attorney whom you have hired to analyze Your case.
19. We reserve the right to change or update Our Website without notice to You.
20. We assume no liability or responsibility of any kind arising out of Your use of this Website. You agree that You use this web site at your own risk having been fully warned that We will only give legal advice specific to Your case Only IF a paper original written fee agreement is executed by You and Us. We are not obligated in any way to take or review Your case.
21. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING IN THIS AGREEMENT TO THE CONTRARY AND EXCEPT WITH RESPECT TO INDEMNIFICATIONS, IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY, ITS AFFILIATES OR ANY OF ITS OR THEIR DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS OR SUBCONTRACTORS BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER PARTY UNDER ANY THEORY OF TORT, CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY FOR LOST PROFITS, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EACH OF WHICH IS HEREBY EXCLUDED BY AGREEMENT OF THE PARTIES REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH DAMAGES WERE FORESEEABLE OR WHETHER EITHER PARTY OR ANY ENTITY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
22. YOU AGREE THAT OUR LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE GREATER OF ACTUAL DAMAGES OR $1,000.00 IN THE EVENT OF ANY LITIGATION BETWEEN YOU AND US.
23. You agree to hold us harmless for any liability, loss or damages you may claim as a result of Your use of this Website or Your e-mails to us and from us or any other communications to us or from us where we have not already executed a paper, written fee agreement signed by You and Us.
24. We are not responsible for any linked site contents. Links, if any, are solely provided as a convenience.
25. You agree that only Georgia Law shall apply in the event of any dispute between You and Us under any theory, whether in Equity, Contract, Tort, Statute, Regulation or in Common Law.
26. You agree that the exclusive jurisdiction for any dispute between You and Us shall be in the Fulton County Superior Court, State of Georgia. You agree that You consent to the Jurisdiction of this Court regardless of where You are from or where You used this Website.
27. You and We agree that Your use of this Website is NOT intended or expected to create in any third party any rights whatsoever. In other words, there are no third party beneficiaries with respect to Your use of this Website.
28. Any reproduction of this Website is strictly prohibited.
29. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO EACH AND EVERY TERM AND CONDITION ABOVE YOU AGREE THAT YOU WILL IMMEDIATELY CEASE USING THIS WEBSITE AND YOU AGREE THAT YOU WILL NOT SUBMIT A FREE CASE EVALUATION FORM OR CONTACT US IN ANY WAY (WHETHER BY E-MAIL, PHONE OR INTERNET SUBMISSION).
STATE DISCLAIMERS
Alabama
No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers. Alabama Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.2(e) (1997).
Alaska
The Alaska Bar Association does not accredit or endorse certifying organizations. Alaska Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.4(a)(2) (1998).
Colorado
No attorneys are certified in this state as specialists in any specific field.
Florida
The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. Florida Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 4-7.2(d) (1997).
Iowa
The determination of the need for legal services and the choice of a lawyer are extremely important decisions and should not be based solely upon advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise. This disclosure is required by rule of the Supreme Court of Iowa. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC: Memberships and offices in legal fraternities and legal societies, technical and professional licenses, and memberships in scientific, technical and professional associations and societies of law or field of practice do not mean that a lawyer is a specialist or expert in a field of law, nor do they mean that such a lawyer is necessarily any more expert or competent than any other lawyer. All potential clients are urged to make their own independent investigation and evaluation of any lawyer being considered. This notice is required by rule of the Supreme Court of Iowa.
Hawaii
There is no procedure for review or approval of specialist certification organizations in Hawaii. Hawaii Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.4(c) (1997).
Illinois
The Supreme Court of Illinois does not recognize certifications of specialties in the practice of law and that the certificate, award or recognition is not a requirement to practice law in Illinois. Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.4(c)(2) (1997).
Iowa
The determination of the need for legal services and the choice of a lawyer are extremely important decisions and should not be based solely upon advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise. This disclosure is required by rule of the Supreme Court of Iowa. Memberships and offices in legal fraternities and legal societies, technical and professional licenses, and memberships in scientific, technical and professional associations and societies of law or field of practice do not mean that a lawyer is a specialist or expert in a field of law, nor do they mean that such a lawyer is necessarily any more expert or competent than any other lawyer. A description or indication of limitation of practice does not mean that any agency or board has certified such lawyer as a specialist or expert in an indicated field of law practice, nor does it mean that such lawyer is necessarily any more expert or competent than any other lawyer. All potential clients are urged to make their own independent investigation and evaluation of any lawyer being considered. This notice is required by rule of the Supreme Court of Iowa. See Iowa Code of Professional Responsibility DR 2-101(A), DR 2-101(C), DR 2-105(A)(3)(c) (1997).
Massachusetts
If a Massachusetts lawyer holds himself or herself out as "certified" in a particular service, field or area of law by a non-governmental body, the certifying organization is a private organization, whose standards for certification are not regulated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. See Massachusetts Code of Professional Responsibility DR 2-105(B) (1997).
Mississippi
The Mississippi Supreme Court advises that a decision on legal services is important and should not be based solely on advertisements. Free Background information is available upon request to a Mississippi attorney. The listing of any area of practice by a Mississippi attorney does not indicate any certification of expertise therein. See Mississippi Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.2(d), Rule 7.4(a), Rule 7.6(a) (1997).
Missouri
Neither the Supreme Court of Missouri nor the Missouri Bar reviews or approves certifying organizations or specialist designations. Missouri Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.4 (1997).
Nevada
Neither the state bar of Nevada nor any agency of the State Bar has certified any lawyer identified here as a specialist or as an expert. Anyone considering a lawyer should independently investigate the lawyer's credentials and ability. Nevada Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 198 (1997).
New Jersey
Any certification as a specialist, or any certification in a field of practice, that does not state that such certification has been granted by the Supreme Court of New Jersey or by an organization that has been approved by the American Bar Association, indicates that the certifying organization has not been approved, or has been denied approval, by the Supreme Court of New Jersey and the American Bar Association. See New Jersey Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.4(b) (1997).
New Mexico
Any certification by an organization other than the New Mexico Board of Legal Specialization does not constitute recognition by the New Mexico Board of Legal Specialization, unless the lawyer is also recognized by the board as a specialist in that area of law. See New Mexico Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 16-704(D) (1997).
Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Supreme Court licenses all lawyers in the general practice of law. The court does not license or certify any lawyer as an expert or specialist in any field of practice. Rhode Island Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.4 (1998).
Tennessee
Unless otherwise indicated, Tennessee attorneys are not certified as specialists by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization in the areas of practice listed on their profiles. See Tennessee Code of Professional Responsibility DR 2-101(C)(3) (1998).
Texas
Unless otherwise indicated, Texas attorneys are Not Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in the areas of practice listed on their profiles. See Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 7.04(b)(3) (1999).
Washington
The Supreme Court of Washington does not recognize certification of specialties in the practice of law. Any certificate, award, or recognition by a group, organization or association used by a Washington attorney to describe his or her qualifications as a lawyer or qualifications in any subspecialty of law is not a requirement to practice law in the State of Washington. See Washington Rules of Professional Responsibility Rule 7.4(b) (1997).
Wyoming
The Wyoming State Bar does not certify any lawyer as a specialist or expert. Anyone considering a lawyer should independently investigate the lawyer's credentials and ability, and not rely upon advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise. Wyoming Rules of Professional Conduct for Attorneys at Law Rule 7.4 (1997).