When you’re involved in a court case, you’re going to be given specific deadlines and important dates. Court dates will happen on certain days, for instance, and you need to be present at the correct times. Missing these deadlines could be very problematic and may...
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Examples of malpractice in real estate law
When you’re putting a tremendous amount of money into a real estate investment, you naturally have concerns. To protect your interests, it’s only smart to hire an attorney to manage your due diligence before you commit to a deal. What happens, though, when your...
What does it mean to have a lawyer “on retainer?”
As businesses and individuals navigate the complex and often treacherous waters of the legal world, having a legal professional readily available can be a game-changer. This is where the concept of an attorney on retainer comes into play. A retainer is a prepayment...
How long do you have to sue for legal malpractice in California?
When you hire a lawyer, you hope they will abide by their professional and ethical responsibility to represent you with integrity and competence. A breach of this good faith could amount to legal malpractice. If you are a victim of legal malpractice, you need to take...
3 signs your lawyer isn’t giving you adequate representation
Whether you are the plaintiff or the defendant, the importance of having adequate legal representation cannot be overstated. In fact, this is your legal right. However, not all lawyers are equal. So, how do you know the lawyer you have contracted isn’t up to the job?...
Alcoholism is common among lawyers and can lead to malpractice
Practicing law as an attorney is a very stressful job. Lawyers provide guidance and advocacy that can result in life-altering consequences for the clients that rely on them. Clients may vent their emotions at attorneys because they often only need legal help when they...
4 signs you may be a victim of legal malpractice
When you hire a lawyer for any reason, you expect to receive professional and competent representation. Unfortunately, just like everyone else, lawyers can make mistakes. In some situations, though, the mistake will be so egregious that the lawyer breaches the...
Did your lawyer actually have your best interests in mind?
When you hire a lawyer, you certainly expect them to have your best interests in mind. You want them to work for the best possible outcome on your behalf. They’re supposed to be serving your interests as you navigate the legal system, because they have the experience...
Can poor communication lead to legal malpractice?
When you have a legal issue, you should get an attorney to protect your rights and shield you from severe penalties. However, it can be devastating when the person you ran to causes you to go through what you were evading in the first place. Unfortunately, legal...
“Too many clients” could lead to attorney negligence
An attorney is a licensed and educated professional who has the theoretical ability to navigate court matters or transactional issues on behalf of a client. Unfortunately, not all attorneys are equally competent, and even those who are generally quite intelligent and...