When you research personal injury lawyers for your case, what’s the first thing you look for? Positive client reviews! The problem is that some attorneys have fake reviews written for them online, which makes it difficult to tell which lawyer is actually right for you and your personal injury case. Although fake testimonials are unethical, there are rarely any prosecutions made on this basis.
So, the question remains: how do you know which reviews are real, and which ones are fake? Let’s take a look at the differences.
“Me, Me, Me”
According to a study conducted by Cornell University, fake reviews tend to overuse the words “I” and “Me”, as well as using more verbs than nouns. Fake reviewers do this to try and build credibility and gain trust from consumers. It’s also common for fake reviews to have an excess of spelling and grammar mistakes.
Scene Setting
It’s common for reviewers to cite specific places, people, and events in their reviews. However, in real reviews, the reviewer places more focus on the issues involved. A fake review will generally place more emphasis on setting the scene.
Check the Profile
When reading a fishy review, one way to reassure yourself that the review is real not fake is to check the reviewer’s profile. If the user name is generic or a string of numbers and letters, that’s a red flag. Not having a real profile picture can be a red flag as well, since profile pictures can only be used once. It’s also a good idea to look at previous reviews this person has written. It’s probably a fake review if past reviews…
- Are all five stars.
- Repeat the same or similar words and phrases.
- Claim to be written by a professional.
- Multiple reviews for the same lawyer.
What Do Real Reviews Look Like?
Now that you know how to spot fake reviews, we’d like to show you some examples of real reviews written by real clients. Below are a few testimonials written about our very own attorney Spencer Farris.
“Spencer, do you realize you have litigated accidents for me for almost 18 years now? How is that possible lol! In all sincerity and gratuity thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you have done for me. Thank you for listening to me and for caring. My life is a lot different since that first car accident and surgery and dealing with my fall case at a big retailer… I could not have navigated all of the legality without you! I refer you and your office to anyone who needs an accident attorney.” – Barbara D.
“Mr. Farris answered my questions about the process, and explained what to expect. He was courteous and patient, thorough and tenacious, and he and his team achieved the best possible outcome and settlement for my situation. I highly recommend his services, and would refer family and friends, should their need arise.” – Mary
“I cannot say enough about the quality of service and care I received from Spencer Farris and his team. Collectively having many years of experience in personal injury law, their attentiveness to my case and my concerns was refreshing and quite honestly, surprising.” – Vanessa
“Within days of getting them [S.E. Farris] involved in my injury case the dice started rolling. Spencer Farris and his associate got me the treatment and respect that I deserve.” – Joseph
“I could not have been more pleased with an attorney. Spencer and his team made every aspect of my case a breeze. Any time I called or emailed, they were there with an answer right away, not to mention some of the nicest people I’ve had the pleasure of giving my business to. This was my first time needing a lawyer, but I couldn’t imagine anyone doing better work, and if you’re in the market for a lawyer, it’s a no brainer, Farris Law Firm all the way!” – Nick
If you have suffered a personal injury caused by another party, you don’t need to handle it on your own. Contact The S.E. Farris Law Firm to schedule your no-cost initial legal consultation for free legal advice from a skilled St. Louis Lawyer near you. When you hire The S.E. Farris Law Firm, we’ll be in your corner throughout the entire legal process, fighting for the compensation you deserve.