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Send us Fan Mail How does a legal team go about calculating the full amount of losses and damages for someone who suffers a catastrophic injury? There’s so much more to it than lost wages and trying to get a grasp on the full picture can be incredibly difficult. That’s where a forensic economist like Dr. Craig Galbraith comes in and he’s with us again to continue this conversation about economic l...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how economic losses are calculated in personal injury cases? Today’s guest is well-versed in the subject and joins us to unravel the complexities of forensic economics.  We’re excited to welcome Dr. Craig Galbraith, a distinguished professor at the Cameron School of Business at UNC Wilmington, to share his unique perspective on this process. Dr. Galbraith&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Today we wrap up our conversation on demand letters with Jeff Watson, Senior Managing Attorney, and Cooper Watson, Demand Writer at Speaks Law Firm. In this episode, we’ll focus on the importance of picking the right law firm and why it matters even more in catastrophic injury cases.  Our discussion will dive into why experience matters, how we handle adversity in a case, and the...

Send us Fan Mail Today we have part three of our conversation with Jeff Watson, Senior Managing Attorney, and Cooper Watson, Demand Writer at Speaks Law Firm detailing the process for writing demand letters for catastrophic cases. In this episode, we discuss the difference in demands for catastrophic cases and why it’s so important to put ourselves in the client’s position when writing these.  Lea...

Send us Fan Mail Today we’re joined again by Jeff Watson, Senior Managing Attorney, and Cooper Watson, Demand Writer at Speaks Law Firm for part 2 of our conversation explaining the intricacies of demand letters in personal injury cases. In this episode, we break down the typical timeline of a catastrophic injury case, what components make up a demand letter, and the importance of documenting sour...

Send us Fan Mail Today we’re joined by Jeff Watson, Senior Managing Attorney, and Cooper Watson, Demand Writer at Speaks Law Firm to explain the intricacies of demand letters in personal injury cases. Learn what a demand is, why it's essential, and how a meticulously crafted demand can transform a case's value.  As we’ll talk about in this show, the demand is a letter and corresponding d...

Send us Fan Mail The journey through the legal landscape after a catastrophic injury can be daunting. With so much on your plate physically and emotionally, the idea of trying to fight a legal battle can seem overwhelming. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be. Having a legal team on your side to prepare you and make you comfortable can ease a lot of that anxiety.  Today we finish up our con...

Send us Fan Mail When it comes to mediation in the context of catastrophic injuries, the stakes are incredibly high. Mediation can be a make-or-break moment for your claim, and it's essential to approach it with the right strategies. In this episode, we’ll share invaluable insights into the common mistakes people make during mediation and how to avoid them. We’re once again joined by renowned...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Catastrophic Comeback Podcast, we continue our conversation with renowned North Carolina mediator Sherman Criner on mediation process works and what to expect throughout.  This episode will pull back the curtain a little more and provide the attorney’s perspective. We dive into the mediation process, highlighting the critical role of preparation and the dyna...

Send us Fan Mail Experiencing a catastrophic injury is life-altering, not just physically and emotionally, but legally as well. In this episode, we’ll continue our conversation with renowned North Carolina mediator Sherman Criner to discuss the complexities of the legal process.    From the initial wreck and medical treatment to the detailed steps of mediation and court trials, Criner explains the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Catastrophic Comeback Podcast, Clarke is joined by renowned North Carolina mediator Sherman Criner to discuss the intricacies of mediation, particularly in the context of catastrophic injury cases.  The first part of the conversation provides a comprehensive overview of what mediation entails, its historical background, and its crucial role in resolving comp...

Send us Fan Mail Today we’re finishing our conversation with Dana Roseman and our final installment focuses on dealing with grief and overcoming that unanswerable question of ‘why me?’  The episode will explore the stages of grief, a process that is neither linear nor uniform. We’ll discuss examples of people who have dealt with catastrophic events and how they changed their perspective on life mo...

Send us Fan Mail When tragedy strikes, our outlook on life can be shaken up quite a bit. The natural reaction is to become more reserved and take fewer chances, or in the case of parenting, not allow your children to take risks.  In part 3 of our conversation with Dana Roseman, we look into how parents can benefit from putting their relationship with their children ahead of a specific set of rules...

Send us Fan Mail When tragedy strikes and catastrophic events occur, people often find themselves questioning their faith. How could something so horrible to me or someone I love? Trying to make sense during these situations is a struggle, but faith helps people persevere and push through.   Today we continue our conversation with Dana Roseman. From his early days as a cabinet maker and furniture...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "Catastrophic Comeback," Clarke sits down with his uncle, Dana Roseman. From his early days as a cabinet maker and furniture builder to his unexpected path to becoming a pastor, he has a powerful testimony and outlook on facing life’s challenges. We’re excited to have him on the show to share his perspective today. In part one of this conversation, Dan...

Send us Fan Mail Today is part three of our conversation with Colin, who broke his back in a catastrophic truck accident.  Following that severe back injury, he had to reorganize his life and make some big changes. A positive attitude combined with smart financial and legal decision-making helped him start putting his life back together.. Join Clarke and Colin in this third part of their discussio...

Send us Fan Mail We’re back with part two of our conversation with Colin, who broke his back in a catastrophic truck accident. In the first part, we talked about the day of the accident and the rehab process. Now we want to focus on what it takes to maintain a positive mindset and what doctors told Colin versus what his reality looks like today.   Hearing about his long road to recovery and the re...

Send us Fan Mail We see and hear stories all the time that seem hopeless but it’s incredible what the human body and human spirit can overcome. In this powerful episode of Catastrophic Comeback, we talk with Colin, a former client who has overcome a life-altering injury.  Colin broke his back in a catastrophic truck accident and this story is exactly why we started the podcast. Hearing about his l...

Send us Fan Mail Today we sit down own with neurologist Dr. Sumul Modi, a board certified neurologist, to discuss the profound impacts of neurological injuries. Anytime a catastrophic injury involves the brain, there are significant concerns about making a recovery and Dr. Modi has seen things from gunshot wounds to car accidents to axe wounds. Most people will not achieve functional independence...

Send us Fan Mail Today we sit down own with neurologist Dr. Sumul Modi, a board certified neurologist, to discuss the profound impacts of neurological injuries. Anytime a catastrophic injury involves the brain, there are significant concerns about making a recovery and Dr. Modi has seen things from gunshot wounds to car accidents to axe wounds. Most people will not achieve functional independence...

Send us Fan Mail Focus groups have an important job when it comes to catastrophic cases because they can provide insight into the way a jury might feel about certain cases or criteria. While we don’t play the role of the plaintiff’s or defendant’s attorney, these focus groups give us a chance to sit back and then ask questions at the end. In this video, we’re going to go into more detail about how...

Send us Fan Mail We spent time talking with people who have suffered catastrophic injuries to learn more about their challenges and their success stories. Now we want to take a look at the other side of the recovery process by welcoming on Dr. Erik Bendiks to discuss the medical side of treating catastrophic injuries.  Dr. Erik Bendiks is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, a leading spine surge...

Send us Fan Mail We spent time talking with people who have suffered catastrophic injuries to learn more about their challenges and their success stories. Now we want to take a look at the other side of the recovery process by welcoming on Dr. Erik Bendiks to discuss the medical side of treating catastrophic injuries.  Dr. Erik Bendiks is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, a leading spine surge...

Send us Fan Mail We spent time talking with people who have suffered catastrophic injuries to learn more about their challenges and their success stories. Now we want to take a look at the other side of the recovery process by welcoming on Dr. Erik Bendiks to discuss the medical side of treating catastrophic injuries.  Dr. Erik Bendiks is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, a leading spine surge...

Send us Fan Mail We spent time talking with people who have suffered catastrophic injuries to learn more about their challenges and their success stories. Now we want to take a look at the other side of the recovery process by welcoming on Dr. Erik Bendiks to discuss the medical side of treating catastrophic injuries.  Dr. Erik Bendiks is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, a leading spine surge...