A contingent fee is when an attorney charges dependent upon a successful outcome in the case. It is often agreed to be a percentage of the total recovery to the client. Such fee arrangements are often used in negligence cases and other civil actions but not for criminal defense or divorce actions.
Chilhowie is a town in Smyth County, Virginia, United States. The population was 1,827 at the 2000 census. Chris Marion of the classic rock band, Little River Band, Eric McClure a Nascar Nationwide Series driver, and "Nature Boy" Buddy Landel the professional wrestler, are notable residents.