Before you pick up the phone
Short answers. Your lawyer will go into the details on the first call.
What does it cost to talk to you?
Nothing. The first conversation is free, and you're under no obligation after it.
How do you get paid?
Most of our cases are on contingency: we're paid a share of what we recover, and nothing if we don't recover. Case costs, like filing fees and deposition transcripts, are separate. Your written agreement says who pays them and when, before any work starts.
Do you ever charge by the hour?
Sometimes, for things like reviewing a severance agreement or a noncompete. We'll quote it before we start.
Can I meet outside work hours?
Yes. We meet on Saturday mornings by appointment, and by phone or video in the evening.
How long do I have to bring a claim?
It depends on the claim, and some deadlines are only months long. Call as soon as you can, even if you're not sure you want to do anything yet.
I'm still employed. Should I wait until I quit or get fired?
No. It's often better to talk while you still work there. We can help you document what's happening and avoid mistakes.
What should I bring to the first call?
Whatever you have: pay stubs, schedules, texts, emails, reviews, the termination letter and any severance offer. Don't take anything from work that you weren't allowed to have.
Will my employer find out I called you?
Not from us. What you tell us is confidential, even if we don't take your case.
Do you take every case?
No. We'll tell you plainly if we don't think your case is worth bringing, and, when we can, who might help instead.
What happens after I call?
A lawyer listens, asks questions and tells you what the law says about your situation. If there's a case, we explain the fee agreement and the next steps. If there isn't, we say so.
Ask us the one we missed
Ask it on the phone. A lawyer will answer it, not a call center.
No attorney fee unless we recover money for you. Case costs, like filing fees and deposition transcripts, are separate; your written agreement says who pays them and when.