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Legal malpractice can lead to major issues for those who unintentionally trust the wrong lawyers. An attorney's failings can directly impact the outcome of someone's divorce, criminal case or civil lawsuit. Sometimes, lawyers make mistakes that have immediate,...
When people think about a conflict of interest, they often think about outside issues. For instance, maybe they find out that their attorney has a family member on the board of a company that they’re suing. This is clearly a conflict of interest due to the attorney’s...
When facing a matter of legal urgency, individuals or businesses must put a lot of trust in someone who may be a virtual stranger – an attorney. In most situations, that trust is well-deserved and earned through a history of proven results. Other times, a lawyer may...
Legal malpractice arises when an attorney fails to perform their duties in accordance with set standards and causes their client harm as a result. Attorneys have a duty to act in the best interests of their clients, ensuring their actions are guided by care, skill and...
Imagine entrusting your most pressing legal matter to a professional, only to have their negligence lead you to the brink of financial ruin. This harsh reality is the consequence of legal malpractice, where a breach of duty results in significant financial loss for...
Securing the support of a lawyer is a significant investment. People often pay hundreds of dollars per hour for the guidance of a licensed legal professional in matters ranging from divorce to civil lawsuits. Yet, lawyers sometimes fail to act in the best interests of...
Lawyers have a fiduciary duty to their clients. That means they have an obligation to act in their best interests. Most attorneys do everything in their power to offer clients appropriate representation when they must navigate challenging legal matters. Unfortunately,...
Not every negative outcome or lost court case means that legal malpractice happened. But when someone does lose their case, if they thought they were going to win, they may believe that malpractice played a role. Much like medical malpractice, legal malpractice means...
A statute of limitations is a deadline, after which you can no longer start a court case. For instance, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases in California is two years from the date on which the injury occurs. If the person doesn’t realize they’ve been...
Attorneys owe a legal duty of care to their clients. Part of this duty includes keeping sensitive information confidential. This is otherwise known as the attorney-client privilege. The details of cases should only be discussed between the client and attorney and...