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• Seattle University School of Law Invites Davis To Speak
  Davis Law Group founder Chris Davis has been invited to speak at Seattle University School of Law's annual Choices Career Exploration Conference which be held on April 11th.
• DLG Newsletter - April 2008
  IN THIS ISSUE: Secrets Kept From Juries: What They Never Know During Trial; $362,500 Jury Verdict—Insurance Company’s Last Offer $50,000; April 22nd is Earth Day—-What Can You Do?; Davis Law Group Welcomes a new legal assistant; Seattle University Law School Asks Davis To Speak; Ask The Attorney: Dog Bites; Facts & Figures: Back-Over Accidents & Kids.
• Davis Law Group Newsletter, March 2008, Volume 2, Issue 2
  The March 2008 issue of the Davis Law Group newsletter is now available in our firm library!
• Chris Davis appointed to WSTLA Board of Governors
  Christopher Davis has been appointed to The Washington State Trial Lawyers Association (WSTLA) Board of Govenors for the 8TH Congressional District.
• JOB OPENING: Legal Assistant
  Davis Law Group is an established personal injury firm that is looking for a qualified candidate for the position of Legal Assistant.
• DLG Newsletter - Jan/Feb 2008
  In This Issue: Health Plan Sues Accident Victim to Get Entire Settlement Recovery; Another Pedestrian Hit and Killed In Seattle Crosswalk; Huge Demand for Accident Book; The Littlest Davis Hits The Slopes; Davis Asked to Co-Chair Auto Accident Legal Ed Seminar; Cases Of Interest
• PRESS RELEASE: Drunk driving auto accident case settles for $350,000.
  Seattle Attorney Chris Davis has announced that his office recently settled a drunk driving auto accident case for $350,000.
• AWARD: Christopher Davis included in "Who's Who in Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law"
  Christopher Davis included in "Who's Who in Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law"
• AWARD: Christopher Davis named Rising Star Attorney
  Christopher Davis named Rising Star Attorney in Washington State
• INTERVIEW: Upfront with Robert Mak on King5
  Voters just approved stiffer penalties for insurance companies if they unreasonably deny or delay a claim. So is the problem solved?
• DLG Newsletter - December 2007
  In This Issue: Christopher Davis Featured On King5’s Upfront with Robert Mak; Ask The Attorney: Uninsured Drivers; Referendum 67 Passes By Wide Margin; Don’t Miss Your Medical/Chiropractic/PT Appointments; Davis Family Enjoys A Holiday Tradition; Davis Kids Get Good News From Santa
• DLG Newsletter - November 2007
  In This Issue: Don’t Ride With A Drunk Driver; Do’s & Don’ts: Talking With An Adjustor; Television Launch Of “Ten Biggest” Book; New Client Relations Manager; Drive Safely This Holiday Season
• DLG PRESS RELEASE: The Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Washington Accident Case
  Seattle Attorney Authors Book To Help Victims Understand the Legal Process
• PRESS RELEASE: W.A. Botting Company Sued for Wrongful Death of 41 year-old Mother of Four
  Employee Falls Asleep At The Wheel & Kills Beloved Mother and Caregiver
• AWARD: Chris Davis Named 2007 Super Lawyer
• INTERVIEW: Davis Law Group Client Featured on CNN's Anderson Coopyer 360
  Anderson Cooper 360 covers the effort to make sure insurance companies treat Washington consumers fairly.
• CHRIS DAVIS INTERVIEW: KIRO TV Coverage of Dog Mauling Attack
  Attorney Chris Davis is interviewed by KIRO TV Reporter Graham Johnson.
• DLG Newsletter - October 2007 - Referendum 67 Special Issue
  In This Issue: DLG Client Featured On CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360°; King 5 TV Investigates Allstate; Follow The Money Behind Opposition to Referendum 67
• DLG Newsletter - September 2007
  In This Issue: Employee Falls Asleep At The Wheel & Kills Beloved Mother; Mr. Davis Goes To Washington; Davis Honored As “Super Lawyer”; Approve Referendum 67 this November!; The Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Case; Expanding Into Seattle—And Moving In Bellevue; Davis Interviewed on KIRO TV: Dog Mauling Case

Seattle University School of Law Invites Davis To Speak

Seattle University School of Law Invites Davis To Speak

Davis Law Group founder Chris Davis has been invited to speak at Seattle University School of Law's annual Choices Career Exploration Conference which be held on April 11th. 

Davis will be speaker and panelist at the “Enhancing Your Legal Career through Writing” seminar.  The session is designed to help law students understand how to advance their careers through good writing.  Davis has been invited to discuss his book “The Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Washington Accident Case.”  

We have placed video excerpts of the panel in our video library.  You can view them now.
Video excerpt #1
Video excerpt #2
Video excerpt #3
Video excerpt #4 - On the Insurance Fair Conduct Act 

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DLG Newsletter - April 2008

IN THIS ISSUE: Secrets Kept From Juries: What They Never Know During Trial; $362,500 Jury Verdict—Insurance Company’s Last Offer $50,000; April 22nd is Earth Day—-What Can You Do?; Davis Law Group Welcomes a new legal assistant; Seattle University Law School Asks Davis To Speak; Ask The Attorney: Dog Bites; Facts & Figures: Back-Over Accidents & Kids.

Read the newsletter: DLG Newsletter - April 2008 

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Davis Law Group Newsletter, March 2008, Volume 2, Issue 2

The March 2008 issue of the Davis Law Group newsletter is now available in our firm library!  In This Issue: Do you have enough uninsured motorist coverage?; Why Chiropractic Care after an Accident?; Ask The Attorney: Insurance Medical Exams; Is There A Wrong-way Driving Epidemic In Washington? ; National Poison Prevention Week; WARNING: Don’t Drive While Distracted

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Chris Davis appointed to WSTLA Board of Governors

Christopher Davis has been appointed to The Washington State Trial Lawyers Association (WSTLA) Board of Govenors for the 8TH Congressional District.  The WSTLA Board of Governors sets directions for the association and meets every other month. Officers are elected at the WSTLA annual meeting for a one year term, all district and at-large representatives are elected for a two year term.

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JOB OPENING: Legal Assistant

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced law office with substantial independence?  Are you looking for a great opportunity with a growing firm?

Davis Law Group is an established personal injury firm that is looking for a qualified candidate for the position of Legal Assistant. 

Legal Assistant Job Description

The successful candidate will provide legal/clerical support for one attorney, including calendaring, client contact, drafting letters and pleadings, and possibly summarizing medical records and trial preparation. The individual in this role will assist the attorney and senior paralegals in preparing lawsuits for hearings/trials and will manage various administrative and clerical activities.

Please send resume, cover letter and salary history to info@injurytriallawyer.com or fax to Human Resources at 206-727-4001.   NO CALLS or DROP-INS PLEASE.  We will contact qualified contacts.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Communicating with clients in a respectful and appreciative way
• Communicating with all parties involved in litigation and maintaining office systems, including court calendars
• Scheduling depositions, calendaring discovery and various other deadlines, and scheduling witnesses and experts for appearance
• Drafting basic correspondence, memoranda, pleadings and discovery, and preparing evidence and scheduling witnesses for trial
• Occasionally answering incoming phone calls, and assisting with client inquiries and distributing mail
• Reviewing and summarizing client medical records
• Organizing and writing settlement demand letters
• Maintaining, organizing and indexing all case files and other documentation for staff attorneys

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary or Paralegal in a law office.  Personal Injury experience strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency with MS Word/Office and the ability to type at least 60 wpm
• Experience with Timeslips and Abacus software is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, and under deadlines
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to communicate with court personnel, other attorneys and their secretaries, clients, witnesses
• Energetic and positive with ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• High level of professionalism and the ability to provide the ultimate in customer service
• Extremely hard-working, efficient and open to working overtime

Salary and benefits are negotiable and based on experience.

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DLG Newsletter - Jan/Feb 2008

In This Issue: Health Plan Sues Accident Victim to Get Entire Settlement Recovery; Another Pedestrian Hit and Killed In Seattle Crosswalk; Huge Demand for Accident Book; The Littlest Davis Hits The Slopes; Davis Asked to Co-Chair Auto Accident Legal Ed Seminar; Cases Of Interest

Read it at: DLG Newsletter - Jan/Feb 2008

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PRESS RELEASE: Drunk driving auto accident case settles for $350,000.

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AWARD: Christopher Davis included in "Who's Who in Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law"

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AWARD: Christopher Davis named Rising Star Attorney

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INTERVIEW: Upfront with Robert Mak on King5

On December 2, 2007 King5 television’s Sunday news magazine, Upfront with Robert Mak, focused on homeowners who are still waiting to settle claims from last year’s windstorm, insurance companies that don’t promptly pay claims, and other unfair insurance claims handling practices.  The program also featured the Davis Law Group’s founder, attorney Chris Davis and his book “The Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Washington Accident Case”.

 The producers chose to close the program by asking Chris to summarize his experience with insurance companies and offer advice to consumers who are facing the insurance claims process.

Click here to watch the interview.

The following is a transcript of the portion of the program that contained Chris’ interview.

 TRANSCRIPT

MAK:  So what does this mean for consumers?  And can you take steps to avoid a dispute with your insurance company?  Seattle trial attorney Chris Davis has a new book “The Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Washington Accident Case”.  What should you do if you are in an accident?  We are joined now by attorney Chris Davis.  Mr. Davis, give me one of the biggest mistakes that people make after an accident or a wind storm and they have to file an insurance claim?

DAVIS:  The biggest mistake that I see is probably the failure to preserve evidence or documenting the claim, the injury, or the harm that’s been done.  That might include taking photographs calling the police, obtaining witness statements…all the information in the beginning so you can prove the claim down the road.

MAK:  Now you start with the premise that consumers should not think of their insurance adjustor as having their best interest in mind.  And yet we just hear Mr. Newman say that insurance companies do settle claims quickly…that people are generally satisfied.

DAVIS:   I would say this, the insurance industry is in it to make a profit; adjustors are trained to save the company money by settling claims for less perhaps than they may be worth.  So right off the bat there is an adversarial relationship.  Yes, many claims are settled promptly, the question though is whether those claims or those settlements are actually fair.  I am simply advising people to at least consult with a lawyer or find out what your rights are in the beginning of the claim process because that is going to help individuals down the road.

MAK:  I think a lot of people are apprehensive about bringing in a lawyer right away.  I mean, isn’t that setting up an adversarial relationship just by me going out and hiring a lawyer for a claim?

DAVIS:  Well, people have to understand that the insurance industry right off the bat is doing what they need to do to minimize the claim and perhaps pay out less than what may be reasonable.  I am not urging people to hire an attorney immediately.  I am simply saying, you know, it may be in your best interest to just consult with a lawyer or at least do some research on your own to find out what your rights are, what the insurance company’s obligations are so that if you do decide to go it alone you’ll have as much information as possible to make the best decision.

MAK:  And very quickly, do you think that most people have the wherewithal to go it alone with an insurance company?

DAVIS:  If we are talking about the typical individual, absolutely not.  We are talking about insurance companies that have hundreds of millions perhaps billions of dollars…the leverage is usually almost always on the side of the insurance company.

MAK:  Attorney Chris Davis, thank you.

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DLG Newsletter - December 2007

In This Issue: Christopher Davis Featured On King5’s Upfront with Robert Mak; Ask The Attorney: Uninsured Drivers; Referendum 67 Passes By Wide Margin; Don’t Miss Your Medical/Chiropractic/PT Appointments; Davis Family Enjoys A Holiday Tradition; Davis Kids Get Good News From Santa  Read it at: DLG Newsletter - December 2007

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DLG Newsletter - November 2007

In This Issue: Don’t Ride With A Drunk Driver; Do’s & Don’ts: Talking With An Adjustor; Television Launch Of “Ten Biggest” Book; New Client Relations Manager; Drive Safely This Holiday Season

Read it at: DLG Newsletter - November 2007

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DLG PRESS RELEASE: The Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Washington Accident Case

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 27, 2007, Seattle, WA - Davis Law Group, P.S. is pleased to announce that experienced personal injury attorney Christopher Michael Davis has authored a book entitled, "The Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Washington Accident Case."  The book is intended to help accident victims who have been injured in Washington State.  The book addresses various aspects of the insurance claims and civil litigation processes that are common in personal injury cases.  

The book covers a wide array of accident claims topics such as, "What is a Personal Injury or Accident Case", "How Do You Determine the Value of a Personal Injury Case", and "Do you really need an attorney?"  The book also details how to work with a claims adjustor, medical treatment considerations, and the different avenues of the legal process such as mandatory arbitration.  The book includes fifteen chapters spanning some 91 pages.   

"I"ve encountered too many situations where a person injured in an accident was taken advantage of by the insurance company.  Many times the accident victim will make some serious mistakes before they seek legal counsel that can often damage the claim down the road," said Davis.  

Davis says that he also wrote the book to provide accident victims with accurate information about the claims and legal process.  For instance, the book addresses common myths associated with accident claims and it offers an inside look at claims adjustor negotiation tactics.    

The book has been published by Word Association Press and is available for $16.95 at Amazon.com.  As a public service, and for a limited time only, accident victims in Washington will receive a free copy of the book.  Go to www.WashingtonAccidentBook.com.  

About Christopher M. Davis
Christopher M. Davis has been a licensed attorney in the state of Washington since 1993.  He has tried dozens of personal injury cases to verdict and has successfully handled and resolved hundreds of accident claims.  In 2006, Mr. Davis was named a "Rising Star Attorney" by Washington Law & Politics (WLP) magazine.  In 2007, WLP named Mr. Davis a "Super Lawyer" for his expertise and success in litigating personal injury claims.  You can learn more about Christopher Davis and the Davis Law Group by visiting www.InjuryTrialLawyer.com.  

Book Details
Paperback: 91 pages
Publisher: Word Association (August 15, 2007)
Cover Price: $16.95
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1595711953
ISBN-13: 978-1595711953

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PRESS RELEASE: W.A. Botting Company Sued for Wrongful Death of 41 year-old Mother of Four

Seattle, WA., August 24, 2007 - Christopher M. Davis of Davis Law Group, P.S., the attorney representing the family of Sandra K. Johnson, age 41, who died in a car accident on May 25, 2007, announces today that he has filed a wrongful death action against WA Botting Company of Woodinville. The suit was filed in King County Superior Court (case# 07-2-26904-5KNT) on behalf of Ms. Johnson?s estate and her four children. Ms. Johnson?s mother, Beverly Hein, 65, also joined the lawsuit.

Johnson was killed while stopped in her car waiting for traffic to clear on Auburn Way South. A W.A. Botting employee, John M. Starr, was driving a company vehicle on Auburn Way South. Starr drove his vehicle off the roadway and crashed into Johnson's vehicle at a high rate of speed. The lawsuit alleges that Ms. Johnson was stopped in her car and had no opportunity to avoid the collision. Johnson, a mother of four, died at the scene.

The Auburn Police Department investigated the accident. Starr reportedly told police that he had previously pulled a double-shift for Botting and then fell asleep at the wheel while driving home. The investigation has been turned over to the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office for review of possible criminal charges.

Johnson worked as a caregiver for Catholic Community Services in Tacoma. She is survived by her children, Dustin (age 5), Zachary (age 6), Shyla (age 14) and Crystal Peterson (age 20).

"The whole family has been devastated by the loss. The children are distraught as you can imagine. They miss their mother terribly," said Mr. Davis. "What is also upsetting is that the children may have to be split up to live with different caretakers," says Davis.

The lawsuit claims unspecified damages for future lost income and services, as well as damages on behalf of the children for the loss of their mother. Any funds recovered on behalf of the children will be placed in trust and administered through a court-appointed guardian.

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AWARD: Chris Davis Named 2007 Super Lawyer

Seattle personal injury attorney Christopher M. Davis has been named at 2007 Super Lawyer by Washington Law and Politics Magazine.

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INTERVIEW: Davis Law Group Client Featured on CNN's Anderson Coopyer 360

A Davis Law Group client is featured in Anderson Cooper 360 as it covers the effort to make sure insurance companies treat Washington consumers fairly -- Referendum 67 -- on his October 2, 2007 broadcast.

Click here to see the program. 

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CHRIS DAVIS INTERVIEW: KIRO TV Coverage of Dog Mauling Attack

August 23, 2007

Seattle attorney Chris Davis was recently interviewed by KIRO TV concerning the recent dog mauling attack in Pierce County. Sue Ann Gorman was recently attacked by two pit bulls that broke into her home. The dogs were owned by neighbors. Gorman was viciously attacked after the dogs broke into her home through a sliding glass door while she was sleeping. Gorman believes the pit bulls were after her pet dogs. Gorman was severely injured and described the attack as dogs "ripping off her skin." She must now undergo wound care and possible plastic surgery in the future.

KIRO TV contacted Mr. Davis as a legal expert on dog bite cases. Davis was asked about what happens to most dog bite cases. "Most of these cases are settled out of court by the insurance companies," says Davis. "Only rarely is a dog owner ever criminally prosecuted for an attack committed by the owner's dog." Davis states, "Often times these cases, particularly those involving children as victims, can settle for amounts well into the six figures. The insurance companies usually do not like to see these cases go to trial."

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DLG Newsletter - October 2007 - Referendum 67 Special Issue

Read it at: DLG Newsletter - October 2007  Referendum 67 Special Issue

In This Issue: DLG Client Featured On CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360°; King 5 TV Investigates Allstate; Follow The Money Behind Opposition to Referendum 67;

 

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DLG Newsletter - September 2007

In This Issue: Employee Falls Asleep At The Wheel & Kills Beloved Mother; Mr. Davis Goes To Washington; Davis Honored As “Super Lawyer”; Approve Referendum 67 this November!; The Ten Biggest Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Case; Expanding Into Seattle—And Moving In Bellevue; Davis Interviewed on KIRO TV: Dog Mauling Case

Read it at: DLG Newsletter - September 2007

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