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I am proud to share some exciting news with you.

California Super Lawyers Magazine has named me as one of the top attorneys in California for 2010 as a Super Lawyers Rising Star.

This esteemed recognition is given to only 2.5% of the attorneys in the country. I am honored to have been selected for this award and to be recognized for my dedication to representing my clients and tireless efforts in standing up for those who need it the most.

You can read more about the rigorous selection process to be awarded Super Lawyers here.

The selections will be release on Wednesday June 16, 2010 in both Super Lawyers Magazine and Los Angeles Magazine.

As we approach a final launch date for Accidents Happen But Who’s Going to Pay the Bills?, I am inspired by the overwhelming support and interest that this book has generated. Several trade magazines and major newspapers will be publishing reviews and running excerpts from the book. Interviews have been scheduled with numerous media outlets. I will also be announcing a partnership in the next week or so and plans for the launch. Stay tuned and thank you for all your support.

Yesterday, the publisher delivered the first two copies of my upcoming book Accidents Happen. It is exciting to see the finished product! Release date is coming soon – stay tuned for updates. Here are some images taken with my phone.