Whatever type of legal case you are involved in, it is likely to be very important to you. In criminal cases, the stakes are so high that your freedom might depend on the representation you have. The majority of lawyers are competent at their jobs and will give you...
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3 questions to ask yourself if you suspect legal malpractice
The attorney you hire for legal matters should be able to competently represent you. They’re bound by specific guidelines for how they handle each case they work on. Once they agree to represent you, they must do their absolute best to do what’s in your best...
Signs that you have experienced legal malpractice
If you have been to court, no matter what it is for, you have likely experienced some stress. This can be especially true if you have not been confident in your lawyer. While most lawyers work their hardest to get you ideal results, some may not. If you think that...
How a conflict of interest limits a lawyer‘s effectiveness
In some cases when there is a conflict of interest, it’s very clear that the lawyer in question is not working with their client’s best interests in mind. There’s a direct adverse impact on the case. For instance, maybe you’re trying to sue a specific corporation....
Has a lawyer breached your confidentiality?
Lawyers deal with sensitive information every day. You’ve probably heard the term attorney-client privilege before, but what exactly does this mean? Lawyers are fiduciaries, so they owe it to their clients to act in their best interests. Part of this includes adhering...
The common reasons for legal malpractice lawsuits
Lawyers are held to a high standard of care in their professional lives. When they make mistakes, it can have serious consequences for their clients. What are some examples of legal malpractice, and what can you do if you think your attorney failed you? Should you sue...
Is filing a lawsuit the only option for legal malpractice?
Legal malpractice is similar to medical malpractice. It takes place when an attorney doesn’t do what they are supposed to, and the error or mistake results in damages to their clients. Attorneys must meet certain standards for professional and ethical conduct, and if...
Signs you may have an incompetent attorney
When you hire an attorney, you put an immense amount of trust in your legal representation to fight on your behalf. You have a right to expect that your attorney will act professionally and follow every rule of law along the way to achieve a good outcome for...
Believe your attorney did a bad job? Can you prove it?
You may be upset that you did not get the results you hoped for in a legal case, and you may wish you had chosen a different legal representative. All attorneys will lose some of the cases they take on. Yet, in some instances, you may be able to take legal action...
California state auditor claims state fails to hold lawyers accountable
Clients hire attorneys for legal representation during some difficult situations. Sometimes attorneys provide legal counsel during family law disputes like divorce and child custody matters, others navigate employment law disputes and estate planning needs. Whatever...