Public Justice Challenges Forced Arbitration in TikTok Discrimination and Harassment Case
Public Justice is serving as co-counsel on a case with Attorneys Shelby Leighton and Hannah Kieschnick that centers on the Ending Forced Arbitration in Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act (EFAA), a 2022 law designed to ensure that survivors of workplace sexual harassment or assault can choose to bring their cases to court, rather than be forced into...
Remembering 9/11
Today, we pause to remember September 11, 2001; a day that forever changed our nation. We honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the attacks and extend our deepest thoughts to the families and friends who continue to carry their memory forward.
We also pay tribute to the first responders, including the firefighters, police officers, medical personnel, and c...
$951 Million Award: Claggett & Sykes Secure Justice for Family in Devastating Utah Birth Injury Case
Today's guest blog comes from Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers. Keep reading to learn about their landmark birth injury case and how they were able to get justice for their client. The team at Advocate Capital would like to express our gratitude for their hard work and dedication to their clients.
Claggett & Sykes Trial Lawyers recently secur...
Knight Lancaster Talks Trust Accounts
Attorney and CPA, Knight Lancaster, sat down in-studio with Advocate Capital's President, Donna Jones to shed light on common mistakes attorneys make when handling trust accounts. Knight offers practical tips for keeping trust accounts in compliance through clear processes and well-integrated software.
How Inflation Impacts Law Firm Financing Strategies
Inflation impacts nearly every industry, and law firms are no exception. Rising prices for essential services, staff salaries, and operational expenses create financial challenges that can strain even the most well-prepared firms. For plaintiff law firms that work on contingency, these pressures can be even more difficult to manage, as revenue often depen...
Bertram & Murphy Obtain a $25 Million Verdict in Washington DC Medical Malpractice Case
Congratulations to Catherine “Katie" Bertram and Kieran Murphy of Bertram & Murphy, in Washington DC, on their recent $25 Million verdict.
This case involved a 44 year old DC resident ("Plaintiff") who sought treatment from his Primary Care Doctor at GW University’s Medical Group, Medical Faculty Associates, Inc. ("MFA") on March 6, 2018, for &...
Supporting Plaintiffs Through Innovative Settlement Strategies and the Plaintiff Fund
At Advocate Capital, we value organizations and professionals who share our mission of helping plaintiffs and their attorneys pursue justice. One leader in this space is Jeremy Babener, a nationally recognized tax lawyer and founder of Structured Legal. Jeremy advises on the tax treatment of settlements and settlement strategies, helping law firms and the...
The Mastermind Experience Hosted by John Fisher: Last Chance to Register!
Advocate Capital’s friend and client, John Fisher, is holding an exclusive event on September 18-19, 2025, called The Mastermind Experience. This event is an opportunity for trial lawyers to come together and elevate their practices. Register now to secure your spot! Registration closes on September 1, 2025.
This will be a day-and-a-half event,...
Holiday Hours: Labor Day
Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 1st, 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, 9/2, and payments received on Wednesday, 9/3.
Should you have any questions regarding the processing of any transaction, please feel free to conta...
Understanding Borrowing Cost Pass-Through in Contingency Fee Agreements
In contingency fee litigation, success often depends on a law firm’s ability to invest in the resources necessary to build strong cases: expert witnesses, advanced technology, depositions, medical records, and more. These costs add up quickly, and for many firms, the question becomes how to fund these expenses without putting strain on cash flow or profit...
