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Samuel F. Trussell
The Law Offices of Thomas T. Anderson, P.C.
45-926 Oasis Street
Indio, CA 92201
Phone: (760) 347-3364 | Fax: (760) 347-5572
http://www.ttalawfirm.com
No fees or costs until we win or settle your case.
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
I work with honest clients.
Sub-Categories
Personal Injury
- Car/Auto Accidents
- Dangerous Property
- Wrongful Death
- Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Medical Malpractice
- Construction Site Injuries
- Slip & Fall
- Design Defects
- Manufacturing Defects
- Frauds, Scams, Hoaxes
- Pyramid Schemes
- Assault & Battery
- Child abuse
- Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
- Police Misconduct
- Sexual Assault
- Airplanes
- Buildings
- Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
- Ships & Boats
- Financial Malpractice
- Legal Malpractice
- Chemicals & Cosmetics
- Dangerous Drugs & Products
- Medical Products & Devices
- Toxic Mold
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1985
Bar Number: 120417
Other Court Admissions
All California State and Federal Courts
Association Memberships
State Bar of California
Continuing Education
I meet all continuing education requirements for the State Bar.
Example Cases
- I recently settled a product liability case for $1.2 million on behalf of a client who suffered severe personal injury as a result of a negligently designed and assembled high-pressure hose system the plaintiff was utilizing on his job.
- I successfully litigated a defective product liability case against General Motors Corporation for a defective transmission mechanism that resulted in severe personal injury to his client. The case went to trial and resulted in a jury verdict of $2.5 million that was upheld on appeal.
- I also successfully tried a wrongful death case against the U.S. Border Patrol that resulted in a finding of negligence against the government and a post-trial settlement in excess of $1 million.
Education
Degree:
J.D.
School:
Southwestern University School of Law
City:
Los Angeles
State:
CA
Year:
1985
Honors:
Top 10% of Class
Degree:
B.A.
School:
San Francisco State University
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1972
Focus and Accomplishments:
History
Degree:
M.A.
School:
San Francisco State University
City:
San Francisco
State:
CA
Year:
1975
Honors:
Top of Class
Focus and Accomplishments:
Humanities
Number of Attorneys
3
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
The firm was founded in 1958 by Thomas T. Anderson, who served as President of California Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA), now Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC). The firm's focus is on all forms of personal injury cases and related matters, including severe injury and death.
Previous Employment Summary
I was originally a public school teacher.
I began my legal career with the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office in the Criminal Appeals Division. From there, I moved to the Palm Springs area where I entered the Law Firm of Thomas T. Anderson, PC. As a result of my excellence in the practice of law and my wide reputation for exercising the highest professional standards, I hold the highest rating (AV) by Martindale-Hubbell. The ratings published by Martindale-Hubbell are based on surveys of hundreds of attorneys practicing in the same field, as well as opinions from judges. I am also listed in Martindale-Hubbell's Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.
Activities and Awards
Board Member for Habitat for Humanity
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
A well-informed client is an asset to any case.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I will read all pertinent materials.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I will advise a client whether she/he needs an attorney.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I wanted to be a lawyer because it is a challenging, professional career.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I attend regular advanced training seminars in trial work and emerging law.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I am interested in helping injured clients or those who were wronged.
What do you like best about your career?
I enjoy trial work, litigation, and helping clients.
Tell us about your law firm:
Thomas T. Anderson is the firm founder and one of the top trial attorneys in the United States.
David M. Chapman has 30 years of experience as a trial attorney and is a former District Attorney.
What are your strengths and style?
I have an understanding of what clients are going through; I am able to communicate that through successful litigation.
I adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards.
Personal Interests:
Trial work, developing law history, science.
Office Manager/Assistant
Cory Hammond
Fax
(760) 347-5572
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Foreign Languages
Spanish
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
We work on a contingency fee basis. The basic fee is 33 1/3% of the recovery. No recovery, no fee.
Hourly Rates
None
Free Initial Consultation?
Free initial consultation.
Typical Retainer
None
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