Smoke and Mirrors: Why TV Lawyers May Not Be the Best Choice

You just got injured in an accident, and you need a lawyer. Who do you turn to?Your mind may drift to those billboard attorneys on every highway. They’re touting a Harvard Law School degree and big wins for clients. You might see them on TV walking out of a courthouse, welcomed by a swarm of journalists all waiting to hear the great news.Learn more in this episode of the David vs. Goliath podcast with elite personal injury lawyers Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe. They talk about the realities of big, flashy law firms, the benefits of seeking out attorneys from smaller firms, and why great lawyers don’t need billboards, radio, or TV advertisements.In this episode: [00:49] Matt Dolman introduces his guest, Stan Gipe[01:05] What most lawyers on TV don’t show you[05:53] Why it’s beneficial to seek out attorneys from smaller firms versus larger, more advertised ones [12:17] Matt explains why even outstanding trial lawyers don’t always win fair offers from insurance companies — and how big lawyers often leave money on the table[16:33] Why you should be wary if a TV lawyer says they haven’t tried many cases[21:25] Common misconceptions consumers have about settlement amounts[25:49] Why you shouldn’t make assumptions based on a lawyers’ educational background — even if it’s Harvard Law School[29:35] Stan spills the truth: great lawyers don’t need television, radio, or billboard advertisement💡 Meet Your Host 💡Name Matthew A. Dolman, Esq.Title: Partner at Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers, PA Specialty: Matt is a nationally recognized insurance and personal injury attorney and focuses much of his practice on the litigation of catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases throughout Florida. Connect: LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram 💡 Featured Guest 💡Name Stanley Gipe, Esq.Title: Partner and Head of Litigation at Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers, PASpecialty: Stan is a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer. This distinction connotes expertise in the discipline of trial practice. He has served as lead counsel on over 1,000 Florida personal injury lawsuits.🔑 Relevant Resources 🔑How to Choose a Personal Injury LawyerWhat to Look for in a Personal Injury LawyerThe insights and views presented in “David vs. Goliath” are for general information purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. The information presented is not a substitute for consulting with an attorney. Nor does tuning in to this podcast constitute an attorney-client relationship of any kind. Any case result information provided on any portion of this podcast should not be understood as a promise of any particular result in a future case. Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers: Big firm results, small firm personal attention.