There are a few ways that attorneys can avoid legal malpractice claims, but for clients, the question is actually what attorneys could do that would mean that the clients should file a claim. While an attorney knows that ignoring a deadline isn't a good idea, not all...
Year: 2018
Seeking damages: What to consider
After a personal injury, you may wish to seek compensation from the party responsible for your injuries. Do you know the type of compensation you want? Do you know everything you are entitled to?It is important to understand the value of your case. You may be entitled...
Clients need to speak up if they feel neglected by attorneys
When you are a victim of a crime or another person's negligence, the last thing you want to have to deal with is an attorney who isn't paying attention to you. Legal malpractice has several forms, all of which clients should be aware of.While you may think that all...
A criminal conviction has a lasting impact
A criminal conviction can have many long-term impacts. While most people only think about the initial consequences, such as prison time or fines, there are many things that can happen to you following the administrative penalties you face.One thing to keep in mind is...
Cellphones: Just as dangerous as drunk driving
Distracted driving is always dangerous, and even though certain habits have started to decline, there are always new distractions to watch out for. For example, while texting and driving isn't allowed any longer in most states, people can still become distracted with...
Epidural stimulation could be the answer to paralysis
One of the most significant injuries you can suffer from is a spinal injury. Over time, advances in science have made these injuries easier to recover from, but there are still instances where there is little that will help someone recover.One of the newest techniques...
A lack of communication is unacceptable from an attorney
One of the main kinds of legal malpractice that people complain about is a lack of communication. A lack of communication can mean different things to people from various backgrounds, but generally speaking, it just means your attorney is not responding in a timely...
Hit-and-run drivers should be found and held responsible
A personal injury isn't always so severe that it leaves you with lasting disabilities, but it can be serious enough that you're temporarily unable to work and provide for yourself or your family. When you get hurt, it's typically your right to pursue a claim against...
When attorneys fail clients, the consequences are life-altering
When people hear the word "malpractice," they usually think of doctors. Medical malpractice is a well known issue, which receives a lot of media attention. Legal malpractice is also an issue, even if fewer people are aware of it. Anyone who hires an attorney may...
Female officer claims retaliation and false allegations
It is not always easy to handle a situation in which you're accused of a crime. If you didn't commit it, then you're facing allegations that aren't fair and that you shouldn't need to defend yourself against. Unfortunately, that does happen and is something you'll...