Missing a filing date can terminate your legal rights.Missed deadlines are one of the most frequent grounds for legal malpractice. Should an attorney really be sued just because he or she didn't file paperwork by some arbitrary date? Yes, if missing a deadline...
What can you do if you are unhappy with your lawyer?
If you are like many California residents, a time may come when you need to hire an attorney. Maybe you need a divorce attorney, or perhaps you are in search of someone who can defend you on a criminal charge or help you out after an accident. Regardless of the type...
A lower-than-expected settlement – is it legal malpractice?
Maybe you were in a car accident and needed legal representation, or perhaps you slipped on a greasy restaurant floor and had to call a lawyer to help with your case. Either way, you expected a professional, competent attorney to guide you through the...
You have the sole right to settle or not
Whether it’s in a civil or criminal proceeding, the negotiating skills of a California lawyer are vital to working out a settlement to your case. However, the one thing you should not hear is that your lawyer has agreed to a settlement on your behalf. If your...
