{ "_id": "5dfa4e0195e1e900207aa99f", "_isBlocked": false, "creationDate": "2019-12-18T16:04:17.489Z", "categories": [], "description": "A place for personal injury lawyers to have discussions.", "relatedCrowdIds": [ "552d1d24dc1c586b09d2d052" ], "fishIconColor": "3e1de2", "hideNumberOfUsers": false, "iconUrl": "https://dslntlv9vhjr4.cloudfront.net/crowd_images/yhnoTIlLX9um5.png", "rectangleIconUrl": "", "isLocked": false, "isCommentsEnabled": false, "isPublic": false, "handleUrl": "personal-injury-lawyers", "isVisible": true, "name": "Personal Injury Lawyers ", "networkingEnabled": false, "numberOfNetworkingUsers": 135, "numberOfUsers": 11283, "type": 2, "bowlType": "58e6c35170558a0016aae959", "bowlTypeName": "Custom Bowl", "background": { "from": "FF3E5F", "to": "C372FF" }, "regions": [ "61891c8e2ca26eaffdf8d90f" ], "requestToJoinSettings": { "isJoinReasonRequired": false, "shouldRequestPhoto": false, "isMultipleChoiceEnabled": false }, "bowlTypes": [ { "bowlTypeId": "58e6c35170558a0016aae959", "bowlTypeName": "Custom Bowl" } ], "currentMonthPosts": 2, "joinMode": 0, "suggestedIndustry": { "_id": "552d1d24dc1c586b09d2d052", "name": "Law", "iconUrl": "https://dslntlv9vhjr4.cloudfront.net/crowd_images/Pioh6bzlrjjeI.png", "crowdIconUrl": "https://dslntlv9vhjr4.cloudfront.net/crowd_images/WuoHhDiJApHMU.png" }, "noIndex": false, "lastView": "" }

Favorite case you've ever worked on?

like

Plaintiff’s PI/Med-mal attorney, thanks to a good relationship with a former client who is in HR at a major health system I have an interview for an in-house associate’s position. Any advice on how I … more

like

I received my first individual referral fee for referring a case (referral fee is to me as an individual, not to a firm). Do I need to report and/or pay taxes on it? My understanding is that personal … more

like

Examples of cases you automatically decline to take? How do you determine?

like

How much time off do you typically take in a year?

like

4th yr looking to leave ID for PI but would be taking a big paycut. Is there still big money in PI down the road? Or is it only for the moral and lifestyle adv?

like

After 14 years as a defense attorney I just switched to the plaintiff’s side. I’m excited and nervous. What do I need to know?

like

What's a case you're really proud of having been able to help with? Could use some positive inspo today.

like

How do you manage not getting overly invested in the situations of your clients? I find I deal with emotional fatigue a lot. Does anyone else deal with this?

like

Does anyone practice first party property defense?

like

How much experience did you have before opening your own firm? What made you feel ready?

likehelpful

Has a prior employer ever refused to pay a referral fee?

like

PI attorneys in the DMV area. Whats the typical range for salary and bonus?

like

Reasonable salary range for a 1-3 year pre-lit associate?

like

Need some input. Car accident happened in NY. SC insurance car was rear ended by NY insurance! NY is a no fault state and SC is at fault state, I believe. Now, if the SC driver is in pain and wants to… more

like

Plaintiff PI associate in NY. I am accepting an offer today and giving my 2 weeks on Monday when my boss is in the office. Can I start calling my personal clients today and asking them if they will come wit… more

like

How much support staff is reasonable to expect? Plaintiff PI, med mal/aviation and we’ve lost 2/4 “paralegals” in the last month. Lack of support staff really beginning to feel like it will limit my a… more

like

How has your plaintiff-side firm done the last two years? I’m especially interested in east coast firms

like

What have other PI firms in ATL been offering as far as base salary plus bonuses per settled case?

like

3rd year PI associate looking to leave my current firm, have 2 offers on the table: 1. 120k base salary, 33% origination, undetermined profit sharing each year, 30 min commute each day, big office/staff, no… more

like

Hello everyone!

Looking for a job opportunity in NYC for Plaintiff's side PI litigation. 2018 grad with plenty of experience on both Plaintiff's and Defense side. If you have any leads, please let me… more

like

Anyone know anything about 770-GoodLaw in Atl or the Weinstein Firm in Atl? Good places to work?

like

How easy or difficult do you think it is to transfer from PI as a paralegal to corporate law?

like

Generally speaking, is “two weeks notice” reasonable with a plaintiff’s firm?

like

Latham & Watkins HiLatham & Watkins

like

Hey y’all: Plaintiff’s PI lawyer from NC here. Been working at the same small firm for 5 years. Good results on cases sent from Partners, but really struggling to bring in any clients on my own. L… more

like

Anyone know what the pay is like at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro?

likehelpful

What is everyone’s case load? I’m trying get a general consensus as to how many cases a plaintiff PI attorney is expected to handle.

like

For Plaintiff's attorneys, how big is your caseload? What kind of cases are the majority of them and are they in suit? I am currently handling 150+ mostly MVAs and premise liability cases, just about al… more

like

I'm a non-equity partner at a mid-size firm that typically does billable work. I've got a valuable plaintiff's case that's on a contingency fee and will likely be resolving pre-suit. I… more

like

What metrics do you think are most important to measure for success of a Plaintiff’s firm? Obviously revenue, but what else is at the top of the list for you?

like

How does your comp structure work? Curious to see how my set up compares. PI side. Get a % on the fee that comes into the firm on cases I settle.

like

How hard was it to move on from a company that you have been at for over 4 years?
Im in the process of switching jobs and I’m feeling so sad. I will miss my current work place and the people but I kno… more

like

I am looking for a plaintiffs side tobacco litigation attorney for a NYC wrongful death. Any ideas? It's for my brothers father in law. Tons of economic loss and dependents. I have no idea on any … more

like

I am a 2nd year associate at a plaintiff’s firm specializing in toxic tort cases (individual). I’ve had the opportunity to be third chair on a trial, and will likely be second chair in an upcoming tri… more

like

How hard is it to start PI work right out of law school with no experience? And what advice do you have for a newly minted attorney who wants to go solo right away.

like

Does anyone do First Party Property work? Considering a position at firm that does PI and FPP, but I don’t know much about what FPP entails. Is it volume or do the cases settle for decent amounts? Wha… more

Anyone work as staff counsel for a major insurance carrier such as GEICO or Progressive? Is it a good gig?

like

For SoCal: rumor going around that CZR is imploding and looking to settle or dump current cases. Anyone heard anything about this? I know Nick Rowley left.

like
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to join this community on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal