the lawyer who listens

by Emely Kiehn PhD 8 min read

What is listening skills?

Listening is a fundamental skill required to interact in our world. Some people have developed better listening skills than others. These are skills. Like hockey players, we can develop our skills. Sydney Crosby is a much better hockey player than I (I expect that anyone who has laced skates is a better hockey player than me, but that's a conversation for another day). Gifted communicators are people with good listening skills. This occurs because, not surprisingly, they understand what information their audiences seek. But it goes further than that. They also understand how the audience receives information.

Why do lawyers fall apart?

The problem usually arises for several reasons. First of all, lawyers who practice in a certain area like family or criminal defence law live through other people's crises every day. While one client may be divorcing their spouse of 20 years and their life is completely falling apart, the lawyer's next appointment will also be with someone whose life is falling apart. When people's lives are falling apart, they do not usually act or think rationally. Emotions are overwhelming. From the lawyer's perspective, this can be incredibly difficult to navigate. Lawyers have their own lives to contend with. If your lawyer is having an off day, or worse, going through a difficult time, their ability to empathize will suffer. They may be unable to remain attentive to the client's emotional needs.

How long does a personal injury claim take in Mississippi?

1, Sec. 15-1-49 states that the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is three years. This means injury victims have three years from the date of their injury to file a claim or they will most likely lose their right to pursue compensation.

Should negligent parties be held accountable?

Negligent individuals, companies, and third-parties should be held accountable for the injuries they cause, however many people who suffer serious harm delay contacting a lawyer because they do not want to sue or go through lengthy litigation before a judge. Whether your injuries resulted from a car wreck , defective product , neglectful property owner, or medical professional who has failed to uphold a standard of care, you deserve full and fair compensation to help you recover.

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