Kopelman Sitton Law Group, LLC

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Thank you, Amy, for sharing your positive experience with my firm and me. As you noted, it was a long and difficult journey--for all of us--but in the end, things worked out as well as they possibly could have, and knowing you are pleased is extremely gratifying.<br><br>You're absolutely right that the "money doesn't heal the pain," but knowing you were able to get the medical treatment you needed and deserved and learning that the money we recovered for you has helped you and your family, is very rewarding. I continue to hope and believe that with the passage of time you will feel better; I certainly hope that's the case.<br><br>I, like you, also hope you won't need me in the future, but you're absolutely right in knowing that we're here for you and you can count on us if needed. Thank you again for allowing us to help you through a very difficult period. It was our pleasure to do so.

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Dear Mr. Sheffield,<br><br>I'm sorry you remain unhappy with my decision not to pursue your August 4, 2023 case, but I'm pleased you found another lawyer to assist you. As you will recall, I explained at the time that in order to provide the level of attention our clients deserve, are compelled to be very selective in deciding which cases to pursue. The fact that I was unwilling to pursue your case, despite having successfully represented you ten years earlier, was not meant as any sort of personal insult. I just did not feel your 2023 case met the strict criteria we adhere to.<br><br>Contrary to your claim that I "dropped [you] in the middle of a case," I communicated my decision to you, both over the phone and in writing, on September 23, 2023, a mere five weeks after your accident. Thus, you still had 23-plus months to find another attorney, which clearly you did.<br><br>Understanding that you remain upset about this years after the fact and despite what you reported to be the successful resolution of your claim, perhaps it will help you--and anyone reading your review--to read September 12, 2023 letter I sent you, in which I explained the reasons I was unwilling to pursue your case. I apologized then, as I do now, that I did not believe there was more I could do for you, and as noted above, I'm pleased things ultimately worked out well for you.<br><br>*************************************************************************<br>Mr. XXXXXX Sheffield<br>XXXXXXXXXX<br>XXXXXXXXXXXX, Georgia XXXXX<br>ADVANCE VIA EMAIL: XXXXXX@XXXXX.com<br><br> Re: Your August 4, 2023 Automobile Accident Claim<br><br>Dear Mr. Sheffield:<br><br> As we discussed at length earlier today, after conducting a thorough investigation into the facts of your case, and after considerable contemplation, I have concluded that I do NOT believe we would be able to carry our burden of proving that the XXXXXX County Public Schools bus driver is responsible for the collision. As I emphasized repeatedly, this does not mean I think you are at fault for the wreck, but rather, I am simply saying that the available evidence would not allow us to convince a jury that the bus driver should be held liable. <br><br> We are constrained by Georgia law which requires the claimant (you in this case) to prove by a preponderance of the evidence that the bus driver was negligent and that his negligence caused the collision. If a jury were to conclude that it was 50/50, we would lose. To be clear, we need to show that it is more likely than not that the bus driver was the cause of the crash, and unfortunately, I do not see a path forward to proving that. Thus, as you requested, I am sending you this letter to formally terminate our attorney-client relationship such that you are free to consult with another attorney if you wish to do so.<br><br> Please note that the time within which you can bring a lawsuit for injuries you sustained in your August 4, 2023 accident is two years from the date of injury. Thus, if you choose to pursue a claim, you must be aware of this deadline, and if your case is not already resolved, you need to file a suit on or before August 4, 2025. Your failure to file a lawsuit prior to the expiration of the statute of limitations will bar your claim forever. I believe I have sent you everything from your file but if you feel there is any additional information, please let me know and I will do my best to get it to you without delay. Similarly, if you hire another attorney and that attorney wishes to speak with me, I am happy to do so.<br><br> Again, I am terribly sorry I was unable to do more for you and regret that things did not turn out otherwise. If you find another lawyer to handle your case, I hope it goes well and as mentioned above, I would be happy to assist in any way I could. As always, if you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me. With kind regards, I am<br><br> Sincerely,<br><br> KOPELMAN SITTON LAW GROUP, LLC<br><br> Richard Kopelman<br><br><br><br>

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Megan,<br>Thank you for your flattering review. I am extremely happy we were able to help you through a difficult time and deliver the results you were looking for. As you know, your case was challenging--as are most medical malpractice cases--but you did everything asked of you, and that made a big difference in the outcome. I feel fortunate to have had the pleasure of assisting you and while I hope you won't find yourself in need of an attorney in the future, I'd be grateful for the opportunity to work for you again.

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Ms. May,<br><br>Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. Although your case is not one I was able to take on, I am pleased that my guidance made a difference for you. I’ve always believed that practicing law is, first and foremost, about helping people, and I’m grateful you recognized that was my goal. If you ever need anything down the road, don’t hesitate to reach out. Wishing you all the best.

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Steph,<br><br>Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. It truly means the world to me to know you felt so supported throughout the process. I'm pleased to know I was able to help you through such a difficult time. My only regret is the tragic circumstances that led to our being acquainted. While I hope you won't again find yourself in need of an attorney, but as you know, I'm here for you if needed.

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Thanks, Maurice. Appreciate your strong words of support. Your case turned out far better than expected and as we discussed, we wouldn’t have succeeded without your full cooperation and support from start to finish.

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Dee,<br><br>I’m glad I was able to help put your mind at ease and provide you with the advice you needed. As we discussed, you should cooperate fully with the attorneys your insurance company hired for you, but if you have any questions or concerns, or if you feel you need someone who’s loyalties are not devided between you and your insurance company, please don’t hesitate to contact me. It would be my pleasure to help you out in any way I can.

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Thanks, Neal, for your kind words. I'm sorry you were injured but grateful for having had the opportunity to represent you when you needed help. As you noted, Allstate, the at-fault driver's insurer, took a ridiculous position when it responded to our policy limits settlement demand by offering only a fraction of the at-fault driver's policy limits, not even enough to cover your medical bills. I know there were times when you wondered if it was worth the fight, but we held Allstate's feet to the fire, ultimately forcing them to pay more than six times their policy limits. I could not have done that without your full cooperation, and I thank you for your patience and understanding, and for the trust and confidence you placed in me throughout the process.

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Debra, Ana and I are thrilled that you were so pleased with the representation we provided. We always strive to ensure that we not only maximize our clients' recoveries, but also that we make sure we do everything we can to make sure our clients are well informed from start-to-finish. We understand how difficult and overwhelming it can be for people like you who are badly injured and struggle to return to their normal activities, and thus, we make a point of putting our clients at ease so they can focus on their medical treatment and recovery. It is tremendously rewarding when we learn that we have done that, and we appreciate you letting us know we did so for you.

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Matt,<br>Greatly appreciate your kind words. Great way to start the new year. As mentioned when we spoke recently, it was a pleasure representing you and Ashley when you were injured and I'm thrilled you took it to heart when I told you that if you ever needed assistance with a legal matter you should call me. While my practice focuses on representing people who have been badly injured, I spent the first few years of my career representing insurance companies and am well-suited to watch over things for you and your family. Also, having practiced law for the better part of four decades, if there's an issue I cannot handle, I almost certainly know someone who can. You and Ashley should not hesitate to reach out if you need further assistance. All the best for the new year.

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Shiloh, thanks so much for letting us know you had a good experience with the firm. Got to say, you made things easy for us because you were always quick to respond any time we needed to get in touch with you, and your upbeat and pleasant demeanor was incredibly refreshing. It was our pleasure to assist you and help you get through what could have been a very difficult time. I hope you won't need us again, but if you do, we're here for you.

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Ovdo,<br><br>I'm very happy to know that after all these years, you remain a satisfied client and friend. As you know, it's become commonplace for people to tell people what they want to hear and sadly, many lawyers are guilty of doing that. That's never been my practice and never will. Providing clients and prospective clients with honest, candid assessments of their cases is of paramount importance. Glad to know you appreciate that. Hope your family recovers quickly and remember I'm always here to help if I can.