Cases are better with a Case Manager system. Our job is to be your advocate and oversee event the largest of firms. Often, those who are not familiar with the law assume bigger is better, but sometimes bigger is worse. One recent example came in February 2009 when prominent class action plaintiffs' lawyer Richard "Dickie" Scruggs, age 62, pled guilty to mail fraud.
Scruggs, the brother-in-law of Trent Lott, a former United States Senator, had previously been convicted of conspiracy to bribe a Judge. The conspiracy to bribe involved over $26.5 million in attorneys' fees from Hurricane Katrina insurance cases. The new conviction netted Scruggs two more years for a total of seven years of incarceration in federal prison.
At sentencing, the Judge cited a quotation he thought was applicable to the case: "The Romans had a proverb that money was like seawater. The more you drink, the thirstier you become.'' Scruggs was a successful lawyer with a large practice and a great track record. But he was no exception to this rule and ultimately left the courthouse in an orange jumpsuit and chains.
Scruggs became famous during the 1990s by earning hundreds of millions of dollars in the break through case against the tobacco industry. A movie starring Al Pacino and Russell Crowe was made about his work in that case titled the "Insider".
Unfortunately, Scruggs's clients did not have an experienced advocate and they suffered when Scruggs (who had already made his fortune) went to prison because of his actions while representing them.
The first video below shows Hollywood's take on the polished image Scruggs worked very hard to craft and promote -- a powerful crusader for clients who could get results.
The second video shows Scruggs after his fraudulent and illegal activities caused the house of cards to come tumbling down.
The last video is an interview with Charles Merkel, an attorney with access to the kind of information that makes InjuryHelper great -- information that gives our Case Managers the ability to help you choose the best trial attorney for your particular case. Learn more about our services by visiting injuryhelper.com
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