When you get a legal professional to help you, you trust that they will act competently and ethically on your behalf. While this is mostly the case, numerous clients are victims of legal malpractice, which can be devastating both financially and emotionally....
Legal Malpractice
Substance abuse among lawyers can contribute to legal malpractice
Malpractice is the technical term for when a professional in a particular field does not meet certain performance standards and those whom they owe a duty is/are harmed as a result. Legal malpractice occurs when an attorney does not provide an adequate standard of...
Was mismanagement of a retainer actually legal malpractice?
Professionals operating in an industry where they can do major harm to an individual's life often require state licensing and professional insurance before they can practice lawfully. Discussions about malpractice often focus on medical professionals, but those in the...
My lawyer made a mistake: Is it malpractice?
Lawyers are human, and just like in any other profession, they can make mistakes. In the legal profession, even what seems to be a minor error can have catastrophic impacts on your position in court. In New Jersey, it may be possible to file a claim for legal...
Three common types of legal malpractice issues
Unfortunately, people throughout New Jersey and other states can become victims of malpractice. Malpractice occurs when a professional is guilty of either misconduct or negligence. Almost anyone in a professional position can be guilty of negligence, including...
Common mistakes that can lead to legal malpractice
Attorneys should always strive to please their clients and follow the law. If they do not, not only do they put their clients in a difficult position, but they also may be committing legal malpractice. As you work alongside your attorney in your case, you need to keep...