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Walk Toward Fear
We all have fear. Fear of the unknown. Fear of failure. Fear of success. To have fear is to be alive. To have fear is to understand risk. To have fear is to know something is at stake. As a trial...
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Learning from Thomas Merton
Thomas Merton in THE WAY OF CHUNG TZU discusses the classic Ju philosophy of Confucius. A philosophy “built on basic social relationships and obligations that are essential to a humane life and …...
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Talking to the Subconscious Mind
Decisions are made using our conscious mind and our subconscious mind. Emotional decisions are made at the subconscious level, then justified by the conscious mind. To ignore the subconscious mind when...
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Settling a Personal Injury Case-Subrogation
Once we have agreed to settle with the negligent party’s insurance company we address the settlement proceeds. Here we deal with potential subrogation interests of our client’s insurance company. In a...
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Dress Like a Lawyer
Although many lawyers choose to practice law in casual attire. For court appearances and most matters I dress like a lawyer. This means professional attire that inspires confidence-as in a client...
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Practice Law Like a Duck
Being a quality lawyer is like being a duck: Calm on the Surface. A duck is calm on the surface but underneath the duck is paddling to keep up. Calm on the surface is the key. The quality lawyer...
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What I’ve Learned from Others
This post discusses lessons I have learned from wise people to make me a better lawyer. James A. von der Heydt. Patience and a calm demeanor. A recognition the answer is found with an understanding of...
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My Mantra
In 2010 I posted a Thought of the Week termed Philosophy of Navy Squash. This philosophy has become my mantra. I personally go through the Navy Squash motto on a regular basis, especially before and...
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Medicare Set Aside Argument
Recently we settled a significant personal injury case where we addressed the issue of a Medicare Set Aside (MSA). The issue was raised by defense during settlement negotiations. Defendants argued they...
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Being A Humble Trial Lawyer
According to Thomas Merton “[t]rue humility excludes self-consciousness… .” Thomas Merton, Seeds of Contemplation at 112 (New Directions 1949). A humble trial lawyer is beyond thinking of themself....
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