When you hire an attorney, you need to ensure they only have eyes for you. That does not mean they cannot work on other cases at the same time. It means that they should not take you on as a client if doing so would cause a conflict of interests. A conflict of...
Month: August 2021
Can an attorney help you sue another attorney?
If you are a victim of what you believe is legal malpractice, one of the things you will want to do is to talk to another attorney about your claim and why you believe you have a case. Not all attorneys will feel comfortable suing other attorneys, and it’s reasonable...
How easy is it to miss the statute of limitations on a legal case?
For almost every kind of legal case, there is a limit on the length of time you have to make a claim. This is called the statute of limitations. The reason for this limitation is that it would be unfair to allow someone to make a claim decades after an event occurs....
You have options when an attractive nuisance harms your child
Children love to wander through and explore their surroundings. In most cases, this natural desire to explore is good for kids in the Denver region. They can learn about the world and develop an appreciation for nature. However, a child’s curiosity can also put them...
No, your attorney can’t settle without your permission
If you are involved in a personal injury claim or another civil lawsuit, one thing you should be aware of is that you are really in control. If you receive a settlement offer that you’re happy with, you do have the right to tell your attorney to settle. You can do...
When an attorney “fires” a client, they need to tread carefully
Any competent person has an absolute right to fire their attorney -- but what happens when an attorney decides to “fire” a client? Confusion over when the attorney-client relationship began and ended can lead to major conflicts. If an attorney doesn’t handle the...