FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our attorneys charge no fees until a successful recovery is made. If we cant get you any money, we dont charge you for our services, and we absorb all expenses incurred in the effort. If we are successful in making a recovery, expenses incurred to develop your claim are deducted from your portion of the total settlement or award only after the fee is deducted. We take a contingency as a fee-that covers our case advances for office overhead, staff time, and attorney time. The amount of the contingent fee charged depends upon the complexity and risk associated with the claim. As an example: If a settlement was for $100,000 and case expenses were $8,000, the attorneys fees would be computed on $100,000. If the agreed-upon fee were 40%, the plaintiff would receive the remainder, or $52,000
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
If our attorneys do not think a lawsuit is feasible, we will write and let you know as soon as possible. An assessment of a cases potential outcome is by nature subjective; therefore, we always recommend that you get a second opinion when we decline a case. Other attorneys may see it differently. Our attorneys can let you know how much time remains to talk to another lawyer before the statute of limitations expires. (Generally, a claim must be filed within two years from the date of the accident.)
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
R Gary Stephens is among a small percentage of lawyers who are board certified in personal injury trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He graduated from University of Houston for his underground and South Texas College of Law for his JD. With many Million Dollar Verdicts and Settlements Mr. Stephens and our staff are ready to handle any Houston Personal Injury case.