If there is a potential that you'll have to go to trial, then you want to know all you can about the process. By understanding what happens, you can make a better judgment on whether you want to take a plea deal or go through the entire trial.A trial can be good,...
Year: 2018
A lawyer’s lack of communication shows a lack of responsibility
Legal malpractice is a harmful kind of malpractice because it threatens the financial security and rights of victims. People who aren't treated fairly by their attorneys are less likely to win cases and more likely to go without what they should be entitled to.If...
1 hurt, 1 killed within an hour due to dangerous drivers
One of the most dangerous things to be on the road is a cyclist or pedestrian. Both have no protection against the vehicles that may be on the road, meaning that their safety is up to others. While you can take steps to keep yourself safer, like wearing a helmet or...
Arbitration is one option for cases of legal malpractice
When you turn to an attorney for assistance, you believe they're going to do all they can to help you. Unfortunately, not all attorneys are made equal. You might end up with a bad egg.If your attorney is dishonest or does not do all they can to appear in court on your...
Violent crime a growing problem in Colorado
If you've been accused of a crime, it may not be surprising to find out that the police are becoming more prominent in daily life due to the rise in violent crime in Colorado.Violent crime has increased by 27 percent in just three years. For a comparison, look at 2005...
A conflict of interest is not good for your case
Whenever you work with an attorney, your attorney is supposed to be on your side. They should not let their own interests get in the way of finding a resolution to your case.When an attorney is biased against you, it's best for the attorney to step down from the case...
Legal malpractice pitfalls: When you can’t get in touch
Getting in touch with your attorney is one of the most important parts of any case. Being unable to stay in touch with your attorney easily means that you may miss important deadlines or not receive the attention you deserve during your case. It is possible to file a...
Driver found after deadly hit-and-run crash on Interstate 270
A hit-and-run driver is a person who flees the scene of an accident. That accident may or may not have resulted in injuries. The point is that the person did not think to stop, even though someone could have been in serious pain or in a life-threatening position.There...
A good storyteller can change the outcome of a case
If you are facing charges for a crime that you committed, your attorney's job is to help keep you out of jail or to reduce the number of penalties you face. Depending on the specific facts of your case, you may be at risk of minimum penalties and federal charges.For...
Legal malpractice isn’t always easy to spot
When you hire an attorney, you count on that professional to act in your best interests. While most attorneys act in an ethical manner, there are a few who don't do what they are supposed to do. This can come from various circumstances but the reason for the unethical...