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Many people who contact a law firm for legal assistance will find out that they’re going to work a lot with a paralegal. While paralegals play an important role in the legal system, their work is much different from that of licensed attorneys. Each state sets its own...
Think of malpractice insurance as a safety net. If an attorney bungles your case, insurance can help compensate you for the harm you suffered as a result of their negligence. Recovering damages can be complicated if the attorney does not carry malpractice insurance....
Legal malpractice can block your right to inherit property. In probate cases, attorneys may miss deadlines, misfile documents or give bad advice. These mistakes delay distributions, reduce your share or leave you out. What do inheritance rights mean in California...
When you hire an attorney, you want professional, competent representation – and that is generally what you’ll receive. Win or lose, most attorneys do their jobs quite well. When things don’t go your way, however, it’s easy to assume that malpractice is somehow...
Lawyers have a duty to their clients. They should put their clients’ best interests above all else. They need to provide accurate information about the law, assist with the creation of valid contracts and advise their clients about appropriate ways to respond to...
It’s one thing to deal with a challenging legal situation. But it’s another when the person you trusted to help suddenly stops returning your calls, emails or messages. You’re left wondering what happened and, more importantly, what’s next. Silent treatment from a...
People facing legal challenges hire lawyers, expecting them to understand the law and the judicial system. People often rely on word-of-mouth referrals or internet searches to select the attorneys that they hire. Clients depend on attorneys to provide them with...
There are some cases in which legal malpractice is intentional. If your lawyer takes intentional steps that work against your best interests, that’s a significant problem. For instance, perhaps they make legal decisions that further their own financial gain, even...
People establishing estate plans generally rely on an attorney to guide their process. They provide information about their families, legacy wishes and resources. Their lawyers can then assist them with the creation of a comprehensive estate plan that protects their...
When you hire a professional in their respective fields, you expect them to act in your best interest. But sometimes, their decisions are influenced by outside relationships, financial incentives or divided loyalties that you may never see. These hidden influences can...