Legal malpractice can cost a client time and money. It can make it impossible for the client to make a claim, and it can mean that they are left with bills for litigation that wasn't completed in a timely manner or to the best of the attorney's ability.What are the...
Year: 2016
How does a criminal trial work?
If you've been accused of a crime and charged, you may have to go through a trial. The trial is usually in front of a judge or judge and jury. It is the prosecution's goal to show that you are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, so your priority is to show that there is...
Driver strikes and kills Colorado State Patrol trooper
Any time you see a police vehicle on the side of the road or witness an ambulance with its lights and sirens on, it's your job to slow down, move over and allow them to get their jobs done. If a driver fails to do this, it could cause a collision and result in...
Legal malpractice and what you need to prove it
Legal malpractice is the last thing you were probably expecting when you hired an attorney. You may be discouraged that your attorney wasn't doing as much as he or she should have for you, and you may feel that you were victimized a second time because of your...
When a Car Accident Settlement Falls Short
If you've been seriously injured in a car accident, having a good attorney working hard for you is a valuable asset. It can be difficult to tell immediately the exact extent of your injuries and the impact that they will have on your life. In many cases, an injured...
Developing strategies in defense of violent crimes charges
Let's just state the truth up front. Being accused of or charged with violent crimes is one of the worst things that can happen to a person. There is little doubt that even the accusation alone will have a lasting and negative impact on a person's life. Worse, if a...
What is legal malpractice?
A legal malpractice lawsuit is a claim that a lawyer or attorney did not perform to the standard that other reasonable attorneys or lawyers would have in the same situation. The standard of care is described in a number of easy terms including the skill and care with...
How does seeking a settlement or claim work after an injury?
After you get into a car accident, you'll likely be looking into making a personal injury claim. The driver's insurance should cover your injuries, but your insurance may also kick in to help pay the bills.There are both first and third-party claims that can been...
Legal Malpractice: What is “Competence?”
When you hire an attorney to represent you in a legal matter, you should be able to trust that the attorney is knowledgeable and competent about the law. Unfortunately, just as in any role or profession, sometimes clients find themselves harmed because an attorney...
Defend yourself against state and federal charges for phishing
Being arrested for an internet crime might seem like it wouldn't be the worst criminal act to be accused of, but internet crimes can lead to prison sentences and heavy fines if you're convicted. One kind of scam that is viewed particularly badly by the courts is...