When you found out that you were the subject of a criminal investigation or when you got arrested by a police officer, contacting a criminal defense attorney may have been the first step you took for your own protection. If you were in the middle of a contract dispute...
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Is it malpractice if your lawyer didn’t work hard enough?
When you first started seeking a lawyer for your case, you thought that it would be fairly easy to win. You felt that you clearly had the upper hand, and you just needed someone to guide you through the legal process. Your lawyer agreed, and you hired them. Then you...
What are your former attorney’s obligations to you?
When you hire an attorney, their obligations to you don’t end when the case is over. Attorneys have a number of continuing obligations to former clients under the law and under the State Bar of California’s Rules of Professional Conduct. These obligations help ensure...
2 issues that cause lawyers to make errors
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...
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...