by William McMurry | Jan 13, 2021 | Legal Malpractice
What happens if your attorney encourages you to settle even though you may have a good chance winning at trial and securing a large payout? If your attorney knowingly misrepresents the strength of your case or fraudulently induces you to settle, then you could potentially file a legal malpractice claim against them.
by William McMurry | Jan 13, 2021 | Legal Malpractice
Hiring an attorney to represent you in a legal matter means that a trained professional will be steering the ship that is your case. But what happens if the captain of that ship is asleep at the wheel? If your attorney misses a deadline, then you might lose your case. Fortunately, in that situation, you may be entitled to compensation by virtue of a legal malpractice claim. Here’s more on how missed deadlines can result in a legal malpractice claim, and what you can do if your attorney’s incompetence results in financial harm to you
by William McMurry | Dec 4, 2020 | Legal Malpractice
It is widely understood that lawyers represent many different clients from all walks of life. However, as much as a lawyer might like, they can’t represent everyone. What you may not know is that the law has strict guidelines that lawyers must follow when deciding who they can represent – and lawyers who don’t abide by those guidelines face serious consequences . . .
by William McMurry | Dec 4, 2020 | Legal Malpractice
Consider that you have been wrongfully charged with a criminal offense. You hire an attorney and the case ultimately goes to trial. Due to your lawyer’s incompetence, you are found guilty and convicted. You hire a new lawyer, and on appeal, your conviction is thrown out. Because of all the turmoil caused by your criminal case, you now sue your initial lawyer for legal malpractice . . .
by William McMurry | Dec 4, 2020 | Legal Malpractice
Lawyers hold a special place in our society. They are seen by many as knowledgeable, admirable, and capable of protecting our rights when it matters most. When faced with a dilemma, many of us look to lawyers to pursue justice on our behalf. Unfortunately, not all lawyers live up to the idealized standard that has been promulgated . . .