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RFP - Legal Services 2006

  • YEAR CREATED: 2006
  • ENTITY TYPE: County
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: RFP - Request for Proposals
The document appears to be an attorney suit report for a case involving co-defendants and a plaintiff. The report includes various sections addressing different aspects of the case. Section 10 asks if additional investigation is needed and requests a description of the nature and extent of the investigation. Section 11 asks for the identification of the type(s) of expert(s) that will be needed to properly defend the case. Section 12 requires the presentation of the facts of the case and the damages claimed by the plaintiff. Section 13 asks for an assessment of liability, requesting the expression of the likelihood that the ES&P defendant will be found liable in percentages. Section 14 inquires about the recommendation for early settlement, asking for the maximum recommended amount and the plaintiff's most recent demand, if any. It also asks if non-binding mediation is recommended and the reasons for the recommendation. Section 15 requests a description of the defense strategy and recommended discovery. Section 16 discusses the viability of a Motion for Summary Judgment and the chances for success. Section 17 asks for the projection of legal expenses up to the time of trial. Section 18 requires the indication of the anticipated trial date. Section 19 asks for the sustainable damages in dollar amounts for various categories such as past and future pain and suffering, loss of earnings, loss of consortium, loss of parental guidance, pecuniary loss, and others. Section 20 is specifically for post-note of issue cases and asks for information related to settlement negotiations, including the plaintiff's demand, the judge's recommendation, co-defendant's offer/settlement position, the most recent offer made on behalf of the ES&P client, current authority on behalf of the ES&P client, and settlement value with references to relevant sustained jury verdicts if possible. It also asks for the defense counsel's recommendation regarding defending or settling the case and, if settlement is recommended, to indicate an amount. The document concludes with spaces to fill in the name of the person who prepared the report, the partner in charge, and the date.
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