MIKE NAKAMURA AND JESSICA BAKER ARE THE BEST OF THE BEST! I am writing to provide an account of my experience with Shulman, Rogers, PA, and specifically the legal team of Mr. Mike Nakamura and Ms. Jessica Baker. There are simply no better advocates out there for those of us who have suffered through a horrific, life-threatening automobile collision. Mr. Nakamura's team provided not only stellar legal advice, but they also assisted me through the confusing world of post-incident legal and administrative maneuvers, and supported me though the difficult and emotionally-draining days that lay ahead. Approximately eighteen months ago I was involved in a devastating, head-on collision with another vehicle, each of us travelling close to the posted speed limit of 50 mph. I suffered head and hand injuries, as well as several broken teeth. Miraculously, both I and the other driver were able to escape further long-term incapacitating injuries or death. I was referred to attorney Mike Nakamura and his team at Shulman, Rogers by a colleague in law enforcement. I was immediately impressed by their offer to come to me for the client introductory meeting, should I be hospitalized or too debilitated to drive to them. In the subsequent meeting with Mike Nakamura and his legal assistant, Jessica Baker, I continued to be impressed by their level of expertise, knowledge of the legal system, and their absolute compassion. It wasn't an act to try to land a new client; if anything, they gave even more of themselves as the case progressed. They listened to my input, and adapted their case as needed. Jessica Baker, Mike's legal assistant, kept in touch with me almost every day for the majority of the case. She was the primary contact with the other driver's insurance company to ensure I had a rental car, that the medical bills were addressed, and that all of my questions were answered immediately. She provided the buffer I needed between the insurance companies and myself, held my hand when I needed it, and gave me space when I needed room to breathe. My case was not a million-dollar payday for them; nor was it a high-profile case. Regardless, Mike and Jessica made me feel as if I was their top client, and in fact, their only client. Personal injury law, especially that involving vehicular incidents, is not easy to understand; it is complex, and requires interaction with professionals whose only job is to discredit the victim and minimize their own client's liability. It would have been impossible to reach a satisfactory agreement without the experts Mike Nakamura and Jessica Baker in my corner. They were able to negotiate the maximum settlement with minimal impact on my recovery and time. In my career, I am required to testify in court, frequently opposed by the area's best criminal defense attorneys. In twenty-one years, I have never once found myself nervous prior to or during a court case when on the stand. There is no doubt in my mind that should I find myself on the wrong side of Mr. Nakamura in a court case, I would be terrified. He has such presence, has such a firm grasp of the law and regarding the facts of my case in particular, and possesses self-confidence that would intimidate even the most seasoned investigator or opposing counsel. Should you ever find yourself in a courtroom with Mike Nakamura, you had best hope you are sitting at the same table as him. In short, if you are looking for an attorney to represent you following an accident, look no farther than Mike Nakamura. He and Jessica Baker are the best of the best. read more

My wife was in a terrible automobile accident and we we're getting hit from 4 sides with medical bills and Doctors not accepting auto insurance and mandating cash payments. We were so stressed and felt like we were being taken advantage of. We did some research and interviewed three attorneys who we then down selected to Shulman Rogers. Karl Shulman and his paralegal Jessica Baker blew us away in our consultation meeting. The concern and compassion they showed for what my wife was going through was sincere and genuine. The conversation was so different than our consultations with the other attorneys. Karl and Jessica were totally focused of my wife's health, healing and well-being first. Next they pointed out that at least one doctor's offices was not charging my wife correctly and they told us that even if we decided not to go with their firm, here's what we needed to do to get the doctors office to be in compliance with the law. Lastly, Karl explained what type of care plan he thought my wife needed versus the path she had been on. The conversation was about getting my wife the right medical care she needed vs who did what and how to hold them accountable etc. We knew accountability for the accident would come, but that wasn't our goal or reason for seeking an attorney. We couldn't take the stress of fighting to get medical help and then getting conflicting information on what insurance does and doesn't cover and paying out of pocket for some visits and not for others. We wanted some help navigating through the doctor's bills and insurance claims. So, we retained Shulman Rogers and immediately felt a huge weight lifted from our shoulders! Jessica Baker took on our case with vigor. In days she had sent the doctors and insurance companies notification that we were now being represented by their firm and things immediately started changing for the better. Within a couple of weeks we actually received refunds from at least one doctor and my wife never had to pay out of pocket again. Jessica Baker called us and emailed us on a very regular and frequent basis to keep us informed about everything! I can not say enough about Jessica to depict how good she really is at her job! We could call Jessica at midnight on Sunday if we wanted an explanation about anything and she would answer and make us feel like our questions or concerns were as important to her as they were to us. She always gave us her undivided attention. Jessica would consult with Karl as needed and periodically schedule meetings for us to discuss the case with Karl. We were kept informed and really trusted this firm throughout. I can't accurately express how happy my wife and I are that we chose Shulman Rogers to represent us. We felt like they were family. They were attentive and communicated well. All of the stress my wife was under, was eased tremendously when we retained their firm . Jessica really took care of everything on our behalf and eased our worries on the medical bills and insurance claims. If you need an attorney, look no further! This firm is a top notch professional Attorney's office who cares about their clients first. read more

After being involved in a major car crash, I had no idea where to turn and my family and I felt overwhelmed not only by my injury, but everything else as well. We were fortunate enough to know a couple of lawyers in an unrelated field and when we asked them to suggest someone that we could talk to, they recommended Shulman Rogers. We are really glad that they did. We worked with Mike Nakamura and Jessica Baker and found them to be fantastic. They met with us at the start of the process to go over everything and communicated with us regularly throughout the period that followed. Whenever we had a question, no matter how inane, they were not only happy to help us with it, but were incredibly quick to do so as well. Moreover, whenever new developments arose in case, they contacted us immediately. There were a number of additional dimensions that I would like to highlight as to why we were so thrilled and grateful for the help that they gave us. First, they clearly had a very strong knowledge about everything and we could see this through how they negotiated on our behalf with the insurance company of the other driver. When the insurance company made an initial low-ball offer, Mike engaged with them very constructively and professionally, but he was also knew in what ballpark we should be looking (based upon previous cases, industry norms, etc) and was able to negotiate with them on the basis to obtain a more appropriate figure. I have no doubt that we would have had neither the knowledge nor the nerve to do that by ourselves. Second, they helped us to navigate all of the hurdles regarding the huge number of bills that were sent to us by all of the different emergency services and healthcare providers that we had interacted with as part of the aftermath of the crash, with Jessica fielding all of them directly and making our lives infinitely better as a result. Third, they always provided us with advice and suggestions, but never pressured us to do anything, which led us to feel both informed but also fully empowered when making decisions. Overall, I would highly recommend both Shulman Rogers - and Mike Nakamura and Jessica Baker in particular. They were professional, pleasant, responsive, and ultimately very effective. Throughout the process, we had total peace of mind and ended up with a settlement that we were very happy with. A big thumbs up and thank you for all of their work. read more

After being involved in my first car accident in October 2013, I wasn't even sure where to start with everything that needed to be done. Luckily, I have an insurance company that was beyond helpful, but when I was served with paperwork saying a passenger in the other car was suing both that driver and I, I panicked. Although I was not the one at fault, I figured I should at least talk to a lawyer to make sure I wouldn't be punished for something that I wasn't responsible for. I was referred to Shulman, Rogers, etc. by someone my mother knows, and I couldn't have made a better decision than to contact them. After my initial e-mail to attorney Paul Chung, he responded back to me quickly and asked when he could meet with me in person to discuss everything. Throughout the year long process, he and Paralegal Jessica Baker, handled everything for me. I honestly don't even know where to start with explaining everything they took care of, that's how good of a job they did. They took 100% of the weight off of my shoulders, which allowed me to start living again without worrying everyday about the accident and lawsuit against me, which I will forever be thankful for. I'm sure with all the cases they deal with, mine seemed relatively "easy" to them, but Jessica Baker never made me feel like I wasn't important. If I had a question and sent her an e-mail late one night, I'd wake up the next morning with a response from her right away. I was extremely pleased with this law firm, and will gladly refer them to anyone I know that may need legal advice. read more

My daughter was severely bitten by a dog on a leash whose owner fled. No rabies information was given, and the owner left my daughter, who was bleeding profusely, to find her way home. She spent 4 days in the hospital, had the entire rabies series of shots, and continues to have limitations on the use of her hand. It took over a year for us to locate the owner, and then I contacted Mike Nakamura at Shulman Rogers. From the start of our contact, Mike and his assistant, Jessica Baker, could not have been more helpful. The fee arrangement at the firm made pursuit of our legal claim possible. Both Jessica and Mike were terrific in working with my intellectually disabled daughter, particularly when it came to preparing her from what could have been a stressful interview with an insurance claims agent. They put her at ease. Mike handled all phases of working out a settlement with the owner's insurance company and our health insurance carrier. I am truly thankful for lawyers like Mike and paralegals like Jessica. Justice comes in many ways in matters involving personal health and safety, and thanks to Mike I feel like my daughter got a fair settlement from a person who never owned up to being responsible for this terrible trauma in her life. read more

I am writing to review Mike Nakamura and his able assistant Jennifer Baker who handled extremely well a car accident insurance claim . I am a retired lawyer and I assisted a friend who needed the assistance in her pursuit of the claim as a result of being hit and permanently injured in a bad car accident. Mike certainly got more than I would have gotten. Along the way there were frequent excellent contacts and advice on what we needed to do to support the case. Mike did a tremendous job and delivered a settlement offer ( after negotiating with the insurer ) much larger than expected and approaching the limits of the offending driver's policy. Jessica demonstrated excellent day to day expertise in the area . Our experience was excellent and the result even better. read more

I didn't want to get a personal injury lawyer! I thought I couldn't afford one ! My friend insisted and recommended Paul Chung and Jessica Baker at Shulman Rodgers. My daughter was hit and her car was flipped and totaled. Faced with medical bills and trying to replace her car, I wasn't sure how I would juggle it all. They made endless phone calls to make sure my daughter's bills were taken care of and that she would have enough money to replace her wrecked car. They patiently explained everything to us and performed countless other tasks to numerous to mention. They were always available to answer a question and made sure my daughter's situation was taken care of ... even during a pandemic ! As a teacher, I would give Paul and Jessica an A+ ! read more

Very Thankful for this team. Everyone was genuinely concerned and had my well being in mind the entire time of my case. Some things took longer than expected (to the fault of the other side), and throughout the waiting period they were encouraging and responsive while we all waited. I felt they took the time to explain everything to me in great detail and provided me with more than enough information so that I was prepared for my court appearance. They were very honest during the entire process and made me feel comfortable. Jessica Baker was hands down the reason I stuck with them and am happy with my results. Try to work with her personally if you can. They treated me like family. I highly recommend them without hesitation. read more

I had an incredible experience working with Jessica Baker after my car accident! From the very beginning, she was very responsive, professional, and genuinely cared about my well-being. Every time I had a question or concern, I received a timely response usually within hours, which gave me so much peace of mind during a stressful time. I appreciated her honesty and realism. The team didn't make empty promises or sugarcoat anything. They clearly explained all the possible outcomes, walked me through each step of the legal process, and always kept my expectations grounded. I appreciate that level of transparency! In the end, I was definitely satisfied with the outcome! read more

I am very grateful for the service I received from Attorney Michael Nakamura and his paralegal, Jessica Baker. I was a passenger in a rear-end car accident in April 2022. A former employer recommended Shulman Rogers - and especially Jessica Baker - to me. Jessica was amazing. She kept on top of everything and in constant contact. Mr. Nakamura explained all of my options and the pair worked extremely efficiently to address my concerns and manage the whole case. Jessica is friendly, reassuring, and competent. I never worried about anything related to the case. I can recommend Shulman Rogers unreservedly. read more

I suffered a terrible personal injury to my foot and ankle as a result of someone else's negligence. Due to circumstances beyond my control, the time for filing a proper claim for injuries I sustained had elapsed, and I thought my chances for recovery of my medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering were gone, until I met Mike Nakamura of Shulman Rogers. The result of Mike's efforts revived my personal injury case and brought me more in damages than I had hoped for and put a close to a bad chapter in my life. Not only is Mike an extremely competent lawyer he is also a very good person. read more

My husband and I worked with Mr. Karl Protil and Mrs. Sheila Colvin at this law firm. We experienced nothing but complete honest, genuine care and concern for our needs and feelings and came out of the case with a satisfying end. Everyone else we encountered during our visits to their office as very much as thoughtful and kind. Using this firm would definitely ensure your in great hands and help you rest better knowing your in good hands. Thanks Mr. Protil and Mrs. Colvin, we could not have done any of this without your help and guidance. Mr. & Mrs. Antoine Moore read more

I was in an accident last year and Jessica Baker and Paul Chung could not have been more helpful. They tracked down the other driver's insurance after he gave me wrong information. They always kept me up to date on what was going on in my case and were available whenever I had a question. Very good at explaining my options and what I needed to do on my end. They always made me feel like I was the only client they had. I think they did a wonderful job negotiating with the insurance adjusters. I would definitely recommend them for anyone in need of a lawyer. read more

Expert representation in all aspects of FCC law and its applicability to recent federal mandates effecting changes in public safety. The firm's knowledge base extends well into all facets of negotiation, contract law, financial tracking and support, applicable technologies, and their administrative support team is efficient, courteous, and professional. All work is done on schedule, within budget, and they are highly recommended for any size project/program need. Detailed reference available through the State of Washington - 800 MHz Rebanding Program. read more

I worked with this firm regarding a car accident. From the jump, they were very supportive and helpful with logistics. Excellent communication was they key aspect that made my experience so pleasant. They talked me through every step of the way; carefully explained the details of my case, what was being done, and answered any questions I may have had. They worked very well to coordinate with me in order to minimize the negative effects/interruptions due to the accident. Very good company to have working in your corner. Thank you guys very much! read more

I wanted to share my appreciation to Mike Nakamura and Jessica Baker for successfully representing me in a dog bite case. From the beginning, Mike and Jessica were very communicative and handled all the nuances of the case in an extremely effective manner. The outcome was very favorable, and exceeded my expectations. I've used Shulman Rogers professionally and personally for several years. I'm a firm believer that they are a first rate law firm, and would highly recommend them to anyone interested in world class legal representation. read more

Jessica Baker took on our personal injury case without any expectations that a monetary reward would happen. She stuck with the case over multiple years and pursued multiple avenues to finally win a monetary settlement that we never thought possible. Very quick to answer any of our questions and followed our medical journey to the point of feeling like family. We even exchanged Christmas cards though at the start of this journey we didn't even know her. I would highly recommend Jessica for personal injury cases. read more

Mike Nakamura and Jessica Baker: I was involved in an accident in August of 2016, I contacted Shulman Rogers and specifically asked for Mike Nakamura. Mike and Jessica Baker are tops at their game! Both have great attention to detail and kept me in the loop with every aspect of my case from start to finish and I was pleased with the outcome. Their professionalism is beyond compare! If you are looking for the best, look no further, Mike and Jessica will take great care of you! read more

Worked with Michael Nakamura and his staff. We found them to be very helpful in determining whether to move forward with a case. They were responsive, professional, and serious about their commitment to providing high quality legal advice. We felt they also cared about us as people, not just a case. We would not hesitate to use them again. read more