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.
South Bend is a city in Pacific County, Washington, United States. It is the county seat of Pacific County. The population was 1,807 as of the 2000 census. It is widely known for its oysters and scenery.