Episode 005 – When Lawyers Break the Rules: Protect Yourself from Ambulance Chasers
Travis Patterson, his firm partner Tennessee Walker, and special guest Tom Carse expose the world of illegal attorney solicitation in Texas, revealing how predatory legal marketers target accident victims. They discuss practical solutions for spotting and protecting yourself from unethical practices.
Episode Summary:
In this eye-opening episode, Travis sits down with Patterson Law Group partner Tennessee Walker and barratry lawyer Tom Carse to expose the growing problem of barratry (illegal attorney solicitation) in Texas. Carse, known for his work fighting predatory legal practices, reveals how lead generation companies and law firms illegally obtain accident victims' information and aggressively solicit their business, often within hours of a crash. The conversation explores how these practices harm both accident victims and legitimate law firms, while offering practical advice for identifying and combating illegal solicitation. From examining the role of technology in modern "digital ambulance chasing" to discussing potential legislative solutions, this episode provides crucial insights for both legal professionals and the public about protecting themselves from predatory practices
