At a fundamental level, a fiduciary relationship is where one party is legally obliged to act in the best interests of another party. This type of relationship can take on many forms. However, one common example is the responsibility of a lawyer to act in the best...
Month: September 2021
Will other attorneys actually take a legal malpractice case?
If you are convinced that your current attorney has done something that is illegal or that has ruined your opportunity to make a claim, then you may want to pursue a legal malpractice case. It makes sense to talk to a new attorney to get their opinion on what happened...
Which is more dangerous: Interstates or intersections?
When you’re driving, the speed of your vehicle may make you feel that you’re at risk. This is especially common with new drivers. This is why they often feel that driving on the interstate is very risky, where the speed limits are higher, and traffic often exceeds...
What trait may leave you facing disciplinary action as a lawyer?
When you were in law school, you likely remember sitting through an entire class called "Professional Responsibility." You also probably remember your law professors stressing different actions you might want to avoid taking in different practice areas to avoid...
Colorado charges officers and paramedics who overdosed a man
Colorado charges officers and paramedics who overdosed a man Police misconduct has historically gone unaddressed in many parts of the country. Only with the rise of mobile phones with excellent built-in cameras and the advent of police body cameras has the...
What happens to your privacy rights after legal malpractice?
There are certain rules in place that protect those accused of criminal offenses in Colorado and across the United States. Your right to privacy when discussing a legal situation is one of them. So is your right to adequate legal representation when facing criminal...
Has your lawyer been dishonest?
Lawyers need to be fully honest while they’re doing their job duties. This includes what they say to their clients, as well as to the courts. It’s imperative that anyone who hires an attorney pays close attention to what the lawyer is saying and doing. All attorneys...