THE WORST CASE SCENARIO
 By Anthony Reeves, Esq. (owner, The Reeves Law Firm (www.reevesfirm.com)
and the A.nthony R.eeves E.xperience (www.anthonyreeves.com)

“It’s my responsibility to let you know what the worst case scenario is……………..”  Those words come out of my mouth about once a day.  It’s a powerful phrase because approximately 1.8 seconds after I say them, I will start lowering the BOOM!! 

            The tough part of this situation is that most people are totally aware of what the “Worst Case Scenario” actually is.  Think about it.  Your car doesn’t seem to be changing gears.  You think it’s the clutch which means MANY DOLLARS in repairs or even worse, buying a new car.  You take it to the mechanic, and then what??? BOOM!!  Your tooth hurts and you don’t know why.  You call your dentist and the dental tech tells you that you may need a root canal which means pain, time, Novocain and a couple of dollars!  You go into the dentist’s office and then what?? BOOM!!!
 Why is my situation NOT like theirs when every thing is the same??? .:read more:.

 

        Of course, the car and tooth analogy are very simplified examples of inconveniences to our wallets.   What happens when the stakes are higher??  Money?? Property??  Personal Freedom??  See what I mean??? 

            In a legal situation, we tend to go to an attorney when you are in a situation that you wish you were not in or you would like to correct as soon as possible.  By the time you’ve approached an attorney, you’ve already evaluated your situation thoroughly at the time.  You pretty much know what you’re looking at but you’re hoping and sometimes praying… that when you go and speak with an attorney, that attorney is going to tell you something significantly different (and hopefully favorable) from what you think. 

            Just remember, as an attorney, we have an ethical responsibility to tell you all sides of your case so that you can make a decision about what is best for your well being.  The toughest part of our job is telling you perhaps, a part of your situation that you don’t want to hear.  Attorneys don’t glorify in it because in a lot of instances, the WORST CASE SCENARIO may be the situation they are fighting to keep you away from. 

            Always remember these key facts.  In every situation or difficulty you face, there will be consequences.  Some consequences may be significant and some may not be as significant.  Always keep in mind and be aware that there is always a WORST CASE SCENARIO and you should always be mindful of that scenario.  Don’t lull yourself into thinking that the worst case scenario won’t happen because you never know, it just might!!!

By Anthony Reeves, Esq. (Owner of the Reeves Law Firm, www.reevesfirm.com, and A.nthony R.eeves E.xperience, www.anthonyreeves.com)

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