Common Legal Malpractice Disputes & When to Bring in an Attorney
The general concept that there are no attorneys who sue other attorneys is a fallacy that many people do not understand. There are attorneys who will represent victims of legal malpractice, although most of them do not make legal malpractice claims their focus. The attorneys […]
What is an Ambulance Chaser?
You may have heard the term “ambulance chaser” in reference to some lawyers. An ambulance chaser describes an attorney who is committing barratry. Barratry is generally the illegal and unethical solicitation of clients. While it is not illegal or unethical for attorneys to advertise through […]
Appellate Lawyer of the Week: Houston Attorney Revives Legal Malpractice Case
By John Council August 01, 2018 at 04:24 PM Houston legal malpractice lawyer Lance Kassab says he’s a regular customer at Texas’ courts of appeal for one big reason: Trial court judges tend to toss his clients’ cases on summary judgment. “We do a lot of appeals because we […]
How to Win a Legal Malpractice Suit Against a Negligent Attorney
There are countless reasons you may need legal services in your lifetime. Whether you’re in a child custody dispute, trying to receive compensation after an accident or fighting against a criminal charge, you trust your lawyer with your financial and personal well-being. What happens, when […]
How to File a Legal Malpractice Suit Against a Lawyer
Professionals in every industry must operate by a strict set of laws and ethical standards. Whether a police officer, a doctor or a lawyer, no one is above the law. When these professionals are negligent or otherwise fail to follow the guidelines set forth by […]
Legal Malpractice Opinions: Nawracaj vs. Genesys Software Systems, Inc.
“Legal Malpractice Opinions” is a blog series by Houston legal malpractice lawyers Lance Christopher Kassab and David Eric Kassab in which they discuss recent Texas opinions relating to legal malpractice, many of which they have acted as counsel. Today they discuss the recent appellate case […]
When Should I Sue My Attorney?
Are you frustrated with the work your attorney is doing? There are things you can do to try to correct the problem. However, if your situation meets the criteria for legal malpractice, you may decide to sue your attorney. Here are the steps you can […]
5 Ways Your Trial Lawyer May Have Breached Their Fiduciary Duty
When you hire an attorney, you rely on the promise that he is working hard to protect your best interests. This trust is critical to a successful attorney/client relationship, and the outcome of your case rests on the strength of that promise. Unfortunately, simple actions […]
The Facts on Conflicts of Interest
If you have hired a lawyer, chances are that you have run into a difficult situation. Lawyers are your personal guides through the complex legal system, protecting you from incorrect application of the law and advocating for your legal rights. But what happens when your […]
The 5 Most Common Legal Malpractice Claims and Why They Happen
Legal malpractice occurs when an attorney causes harm to a client due to some sort of negligence, breach of duty, or breach of contract. In any legal matter, lawyers are expected to act and carry out their duties to a certain standard of care. If […]