When a lawyer commits ethics violations, it could be an example of legal malpractice. Common examples include breaching confidentiality, making false statements or taking other intentional actions that harm a client’s case. A lawyer is not expected to win every single...
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Important statutes of limitations in California
One of the responsibilities of your attorney while handling your case is to ensure that you meet all relevant deadlines. Missing critical deadlines, such as those established by California’s statutes of limitations, could invalidate your case. For instance, if your...
How can accounting errors hurt your business?
You've worked hard to build your business. Late nights, early mornings and countless sacrifices. But what if a simple accounting mistake could undo all your efforts? It's a scary thought, but it happens more often than you'd think. Let's look at the top three...
What are common warning signs of legal malpractice?
People who hire attorneys expect them to offer a professional standard of legal representation. After years of school and passing the bar exam, those working as attorneys should theoretically understand state statutes and how to assist their clients as they navigate...
The importance of informed consent in legal cases
There are a lot of important factors in the relationship between an attorney and their client – and “informed consent” is one of them. Attorneys are bound by certain ethical obligations that emphasize the importance of clear communication to avoid misunderstandings,...
Conflicts of interest can undermine the integrity of legal support
Enlisting legal support means trusting a legal team with your case, interests and future. What happens when this trust is broken because your legal team represents you despite a conflict of interest? Your legal team is ethically bound to put your interests first and...
Does attorney-client privilege end?
The attorney-client privilege means that their interactions are confidential. The client can tell their attorney anything, and the attorney is not allowed to reveal this information to anyone else. They also can’t be compelled to reveal it during the trial. For...
Did an attorney miss a statute of limitation?
When an attorney takes on a legal case, they are responsible for many duties. These duties can include investigating a case, identifying liable parties or creating strategies to win a settlement. In nearly any legal case, one of the most important objectives an...
Can I sue my therapist for medical malpractice?
While malpractice is commonly associated with doctors and surgeons, it extends to other healthcare professionals, including therapists and psychologists. This means a therapist who causes harm by failing to meet the required professional standard of care could face...
Real estate legal malpractice can lead to significant damages
Real estate transactions are often the costliest undertakings individuals ever complete. People buying or selling homes have a lot of exposure during that process. Those seeking to acquire or list commercial properties also need to think about protecting themselves...