Adam Ramirez, J.D.
Editor
Authored and Reviewed
An award-winning journalist, editor and legal strategist, Adam has resided at the intersection of legal and journalism for two decades.
After law school, Adam spent two years clerking for a U.S. District Court judge. He researched and wrote legal precedent in published opinions on behalf of the Court.
He has been an editor, columnist and journalist at the Miami Herald, The Dallas Morning News, The Oregonian, Golf Digest, Forbes, FindLaw.com and other media outlets.
He lived in Colombia and Argentina teaching legal English to attorneys and law students. He is also a Spanish-language subject matter expert.
Expertise
- Legal journalism
- Digital strategy
- Editorial leadership
Achievements
- Award-winning journalist with 20 years of legal journalism experience
- Clerked for a U.S. District Court judge for two years.
- Editor/columnist/journalist at the Miami Herald, Forbes, The Dallas Morning News, The Oregonian, Golf Digest, FindLaw.com.
Education
University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law – Juris Doctor, Criminal & Immigration Law
University of Arizona – Bachelor of Arts, Journalism & Marketing
Honors & Awards
- Two-Time Newsperson of the Year, University of Arizona, Department of Journalism
- The Freedom Forum National Journalism Award
- Ruben Salazar Memorial National Journalism Award
- Arizona Press Club Writing Awards
- National Association of Hispanic Journalist Scholarships
Professional Memberships
- National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Adam Ramirez, J.D. Content
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Average Personal Injury Settlements & Examples (Feb 26)
The average personal injury settlement is $40,500 (Feb 26). See how case type, injury, liability, and policy limits affect your claim's final value. -
Avg. Settlement For Spinal Fusion Surgery Workers' Comp 2026
Workers' comp for spinal fusion surgery. Settlements average $50k–$400k. ConsumerShield Research team explains factors affecting payouts and how to navigate claims. -
Car Accident Settlement Amounts With No Injuries (2026)
2026 non-injury car accident settlements average $9,900. Our analysis of current trends covers key factors like property damage, state laws, and insurance limits. -
Minor Car Accident Settlement Amounts (February 2026)
The average minor car accident settlement is $10,600, based on 2026 data. Learn about compensation factors like property damage and injury claims. -
Average Motorcycle Accident Settlements (February 2026)
As of Feb 2026, the average motorcycle accident settlement is $99,000. This analysis covers factors, damages, and legal strategies affecting payout trends. -
Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit Settlements (2026)
The average Uber sexual assault settlement is $400,000, ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000. This 2026 data covers factors like case severity and impact. -
Average Settlement For Car Accident (February 2026)
The average car accident injury settlement is $30,416 based on Feb 2026 data. Learn how amounts are calculated, factors that influence payouts, and see examples. -
Slip And Fall Settlements: How Much To Expect (Feb 2026)
The average slip and fall settlement is about $30,000, based on February 2026 data. Learn the factors that influence case value and how to seek full compensation. -
Burn Injury Settlements: How Much Can You Get? (2026)
An analysis of burn injury settlements. Covers average payouts by burn degree, how accident facts influence value, and the impact of long-term effects. -
Average Settlement For Car Accident Back & Neck Injury ‘26
Average settlement for car accident neck and back injuries is $12,000-$90,000. Explore more data and factors that affect your case value. -
Sexual Assault Settlement Amounts & Average (February 2026)
An analysis of sexual assault settlement amounts. Covers average payouts, workplace and nursing home cases, and the key factors that determine compensation. -
Car Accident Settlement Process & What To Know (2026)
Learn the process that insurers use and some factors they consider to determine the value of a car accident settlement.
