Advocate Capital, Inc. Law Firm Financing Blog

When a personal injury lawyer takes on a case, significant upfront case expenses are often unavoidable. Whether it’s hiring expert witnesses, paying for medical records, or gathering essential case evidence, these costs can quickly pile up, providing a major financial challenge. This is where law firm financing options, such as case cost funding, become u...

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Advocate Capital is proud to highlight Viles & Beckman, LLC , for their outstanding community outreach through the Marcus W. Viles Community Growth Scholarship Program. The program provides one lucky student the opportunity to further their education and support the betterment of their community. We cannot wait to see who will be awarded this year! Es...

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As the final quarter of the year approaches, it's a great time for trial law firms to begin analyzing their 2024 progress and strategically planning for the year ahead. By focusing on Q4 goals while laying the groundwork for 2025, law firms can maximize efficiency, enhance client satisfaction, and position themselves for growth in the new year. Here’s how...

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In the high-stakes world of trial law, a firm’s success is not solely determined by the skill of its attorneys or the outcomes of its cases. Behind every successful trial law firm is a team of dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to ensure that justice is served. From attorneys to paralegals to administrative staff, every team member plays a critic...

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In a recent case, West Contra Costa Unified School District v. Contra Costa County Superior Court, Public Justice filed an amicus brief to defend a crucial California law that extends the statute of limitations for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, allowing them to seek justice even after many years. The case involves Jane Doe, who was repeatedly sexua...

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Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 2nd, in observance of Labor Day, the holiday that honors working people in the United States and Canada. Fundings received on Monday will be processed on Tuesday, 9/3, and payments received on Wednesday, 9/6. Should you have any questions regarding the processing of any transaction, please feel free to conta...

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Authored By: Rob Mohr For contingent fee law firms, high-value cases can result in large monetary outcomes for both clients and the firms representing them. However, more lucrative cases also require more attention and resources. While hourly rate firms bolster themselves with guaranteed fees regardless of the outcome, trial lawyers working on contingency...

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The winner of the 2024 American Association for Justice (AAJ) Paralegal of the Year Award, sponsored by Advocate Capital, Inc., was Adrian Martin, Director of Legal Services and Head Paralegal at Yaeger Law. Watch the video below, which captures the moments from the award ceremony at AAJ's Annual Convention held on July 19-23 in Nashville. As part of the...

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Authored By: Candace Whitman Monday, August 26th, is Women's Equality Day, a day that honors women's suffrage. The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote in 1920. Many women of color, however, were not granted their right to vote until much later. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 finally granted African American women the right to vote. These landmar...

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Authored By: Rob Mohr In early July, the Florida Department of Environmental Protections (FDEP) agreed to draft a Clean Water Act permit for a retired phosphate facility near Tampa Bay, FL. The agreement allows for increased oversight and regulation regarding the water pollution from the facility into Tampa Bay. Although the mine has not been in operation...

Read More About Public Justice Wins Settlement and Compels Clean Water Act Permit in Suit Against the State of Florida and HRK Holdings