During a recession, the loss of a job due to discrimination or retaliation can be detrimental. With so much at stake, it’s critical to retain a firm that you can trust to achieve your objectives and to maximize your recovery. Before retaining a discrimination lawyer, consider researching these issues.
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Does the firm have experience trying discrimination cases? ExpandThough many employment cases settle, it is critical to hire a firm that is ready to go the distance and has trial experience and to prepare every case as though it is going to trial. Eric Bachman, Chair of the Firm’s Discrimination Practice, began his career as a public defender and has substantial experience trying cases. Recently, he secured a $1.3 million jury verdict in an age discrimination case (tried with co-counsel).
Having served as Special Litigation Counsel in the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice and as lead or co-counsel in numerous jury trials, Bachman is trial-tested and ready to fight for you to obtain the relief that you deserve.
What is the firm’s track record? ExpandAvoid hiring a firm that dabbles in employment discrimination law and instead find a firm that has a thorough knowledge of this area and has a record of overcoming the pitfalls that doom many discrimination cases before the cases even get to trial.
Both in private practice and public service, Bachman has litigated precedent-setting individual and class action discrimination cases. His wins include a $100 million settlement in a disparate impact Title VII class action and a $16 million class-action settlement against a major grocery chain.
How do clients review the firm’s services? ExpandBefore hiring a discrimination law firm, find out about the experience of the firm’s prior clients, including whether those clients found the firm attentive, diligent, and effective.
You should also assess the attorney’s responsiveness. If an attorney takes a considerable amount of time to respond to an inquiry about representation, you should expect the same (if not longer) response time if you hire that attorney. The success or failure of a claim can hinge on timing.
What is the firm’s approach to client service and litigating cases? ExpandSome firms treat discrimination cases as a high-volume, “cookie-cutter practice.” We reject that approach and firmly believe that each client comes to us with unique circumstances and unique objectives. For each client, we tailor a strategy that fits their objectives and maximizes their recovery.
There are many federal and state laws that offer protection and relief for victims of discrimination. It is critical to hire an experienced attorney who is well-versed in navigating the maze of statutory and common law remedies.
What is the firm’s reputation? ExpandBefore hiring an attorney, investigate the lawyer’s ratings and reputation. This may include reviewing their Avvo rating, Martindale Hubbell Peer Review rating, client testimonials, awards, and other recognitions. U.S. News and Best Lawyers® have named Zuckerman Law a Tier 1 firm in Litigation – Labor and Employment in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Bachman’s honors include:
U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division – Special Achievement Award 2010-2011.
