When a lawyer makes a mistake that costs you your case, it can feel like a betrayal of trust. Still, that error alone does not mean you will win a malpractice claim. In California, you must show it is more likely than not that you would have obtained a better result...
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What if your lawyer settles your case without approval?
When a legal dispute reaches settlement talks, the decision to accept or reject an offer belongs to you. Your attorney may explain the strengths of your case and the risks of going to trial, but you make the final call. If your attorney agrees to settle your case...
What to do when a therapist commits an ethical violation
When you enter therapy, you place your mental well-being and deepest vulnerabilities in the hands of a professional. While most therapists provide vital support, some cross lines that result in psychological harm. In California, licensed professional clinical...
When hidden lawyer relationships affect family law cases
You trust your lawyer to focus only on your goals. In a divorce or custody fight, that trust matters even more. Emotions run high and the outcome may shape your finances and your time with your children. So you may feel uneasy if you learn your lawyer shares a close...
Can malpractice arise from errors in contract drafting or review?
When you hire a professional to draft or review a contract, you expect clear terms and strong protection. A poorly written agreement can create confusion, financial loss, and long disputes. In California, drafting mistakes can form the basis of a professional...
How long can a lawyer hold settlement funds in California?
Your lawyer can’t legally hold your settlement funds for more than 45 days after they become clearly owed to you—unless they provide a written reason or explain a valid dispute. If there are no liens or accounting issues left, California’s ethics rules say they must...
Are online professionals subject to the same malpractice rules?
Online services make it easy to get professional help without meeting in person. Many people now receive advice, designs, or financial services through websites and video calls. You may wonder if California law treats online professionals differently. How California...
Can missed deadlines lead to a legal malpractice claim every time?
Deadlines shape every legal matter, and missing one can raise serious concerns about a lawyer’s performance. Still, a missed deadline does not automatically create a legal malpractice claim under California law. Whether a claim exists depends on the type of deadline,...
Can professional malpractice include failure to supervise?
When you rely on a professional, you expect not only skilled work but proper oversight of the people assisting them. In California legal malpractice claims, failure to supervise associates or staff can play a direct role in causing harm. Courts focus on whether...
Can you ever have too much faith in a legal representative?
Glickman & Glickman, A Law Corporation due 1226 [336Many people rely heavily on the legal representatives they contract. In many ways, this is precisely why they are hiring them —to do things they do not have the knowledge or experience, or perhaps just the time,...