People hire lawyers for many different types of issues. Those filing a lawsuit or responding to one often require legal representation. So do those accused of criminal activity or on the cusp of divorce. People expect their lawyers to understand the law. They know...
Denver Legal Malpractice Blog
3 steps to take after possibly experiencing legal malpractice
Most lawyers have to finish years of school before they are permitted to practice law. They also have to pass a state exam and maintain appropriate licensing. They must also consistently meet crucial professional standards when working with their clients. The vast...
What constitutes a false arrest by a police officer?
Police officers are agents of the state. As such, they have more authority than the average person. They are also subject to numerous restrictions on how they comport themselves while working. Police officers often have to arrest those who commit criminal offenses or...
Substance abuse can compromise a lawyer’s job performance
Lawyers have very stressful jobs. A small mistake or oversight on their part can have major implications for their clients. Lawyers generally need to be on their A-game whenever they represent their clients in court or during negotiations. They need to understand the...
3 types of car crash injuries that can lead to lawsuits
The aftermath of the vast majority of car crashes are resolved via insurance claims. When a collision only causes property damage or minor injuries, the liability coverage of the driver at fault can cover those costs. Unfortunately, a small percentage of collisions...
What if lawyers make mistakes in court or when advising clients?
People who hire lawyers generally expect them to be experts in their area of practice. After all, attorneys go through years of school and must pass the state bar exam to practice law. Unfortunately, not every licensed attorney provides the same standard of...
3 potentially catastrophic complications of labor and delivery
Going to the hospital to have a baby should be a joyful experience. And as such, most women understandably don’t think they’ll have something go wrong during the process that can lead to trauma for them or their baby. While most women receive proper care during their...
When lawyers fail to handle jury selection properly
Many different issues could lead to a jury trial. Obviously, criminal defendants facing accusations may prefer a trial by a jury of their peers as opposed to a trial simply overseen by a criminal judge. Those pursuing personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits are...
When a lawyer tries to represent both parties involved in a dispute
Legal malpractice occurs when a professional does not provide appropriate support to clients and those clients suffer harm as a result. Legal malpractice comes in many different forms, some of which are more egregious than others. Frequently, clients discover an issue...
3 scenarios that could lead to premises liability lawsuits
The term premises liability refers to the legal and financial responsibility that property owners or tenants could assume when visitors and others on their property experience harm. When property conditions contribute to someone getting hurt, the individual injured in...