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When Sorry Isn’t Enough: Clifton Smoot Analyzes Courtroom Apologies for the Advocate

Defendants may offer apologies in court, but plaintiffs’ attorneys should be wary of any attempts by defendants to say “sorry” on the stand. In his Advocate article “Defense Apologies at Trial: Sorry, but That Ship Has Sailed,” Attorney Clifton Smoot explains that almost all courtroom apologies are “sham apologies,” as they lack the five elements that every true apology should include.

The Veen Firm Proudly Sponsors San Francisco Bike Coalition’s Bike-to-Work Day

We are excited to announce our sponsorship with the San Francisco Bike Coalition’s Bike-to-Work Day event taking place on Thursday, May 11. We will be located at the Civic Center Energizer Station from 7:30-9:30AM to pass out free snacks, beverages and giveaways to anyone who pedals by!

Keep Calm and Resist: Anthony Label Authors President’s Message in SFTLA’s Trial Lawyer Magazine

Newly elected President of the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (SFTLA) and Trial Team Leader Anthony Label authored the President’s Message in Trial Lawyer magazine, discussing new legislation under the current administration, including the Fairness in Class Action Litigation Act of 2017.

Food Quality & Safety Interviews Steven Kronenberg on the New Food Safety Initiatives in China

China’s recent food scandals have brought to light the country’s serious problems with food safety, which has negatively impacted consumer confidence. However, as discussed by Attorney Steven Kronenberg in Food Quality & Safety’s article “Walmart Invests in Food Safety for China,” new efforts are being made to improve the country’s food safety standards.

The Bomb in Your Backyard: Anthony Label Co-Authors Plaintiff Magazine Article

The Plaintiff magazine article “The Bomb in Your Backyard,” written by Trial Team Leader Anthony Label and Oliver Vallejo of The Vallejo Law Office, discusses the ongoing issues surrounding exploding pool filters, from causing serious injuries such as brain damage and even death, to the inexpensive fixes ignored by industry manufacturers.

Sub Rosa on Your Side: Clifton Smoot Authors Article in Plaintiff Magazine

In his Plaintiff magazine article “Sub Rosa on Your Side: Working with Private Investigators,” Attorney Clifton Smoot interviews two private investigators (PIs) to discuss best practices for attorneys when enlisting their help to develop the facts of a case

The Veen Firm Hosts UC Hastings’ Three-Part Seminar Series: How to Start and Build a Successful Firm

The Veen Firm is proud to host UC Hastings College of Law’s “How to Start and Build a Successful Firm” three-part seminar series led by Shanin Specter, a nationally renowned trial attorney. Over the course of three discussions, Shanin covers the business behind the operation of a law practice, including how to: pick cases, obtain the best cases, grow and build a firm, manage finances and work with other firms to build a reputation.

The Veen Firm Attorneys Present at SFTLA’s Ski Seminar

Four Veen attorneys presented last weekend at the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association (SFTLA) Tahoe Ski Seminar – Jeremy Cloyd, Andje Medina, Clifton Smoot and . The event was moderated and co-chaired by Anthony Label.

A Primer on Premises Liability: Authors Article in California Lawyer

In her California Lawyer article “A Primer on Premises Liability,” Attorney discusses the responsibilities of property ownership, including the significant legal responsibility of property owners and landlords regarding maintenance, repairs and protection of tenants and the public from injury.

Congratulations to Our SFTLA Trial Lawyer of the Year Finalists

The Veen Firm is pleased to announce that it is the first firm in the history of the award, to have two cases among the four finalists for the San Francisco Trial Lawyer Association’s Trial Lawyer of the Year award