How to Prove Legal Malpractice in Texas: Key Evidence and Expert Testimony Requirements
Winning a Texas legal malpractice lawsuit is all about admissible proof. Texas courts insist on (1) authentic documents that reveal duty, breach, causation, and monetary loss and (2) persuasive qualified-opinion testimony under Rule 702. Fail either test and the claim dies on summary judgment. Get […]
Missed Deadlines, Conflicts of Interest, and Other Common Legal Malpractice Issues in Texas
When your lawyer ghosts your e-mails for weeks, the silence can sink a multi-million-dollar opportunity. Texas disciplinary files show that abandonment and poor communication form a silent epidemic in malpractice grievances. Missed discovery deadlines, unanswered settlement offers, and failure to notify clients of court dates […]
Suing Your Lawyer in Texas: When Can You File a Legal Malpractice Claim?
Clients whose cases unraveled because an attorney dropped the ball often ask the same question: Can I sue my lawyer—and when? In Texas, you may file a legal malpractice lawsuit the moment you discover that an attorney’s negligence, conflict of interest, missed deadline, or unethical […]
What Qualifies as Legal Malpractice in Texas? Understanding Your Rights as a Client
Legal misfires can echo longer than the cases they derail, but a decisive response tips the scale back in your favor. Under Texas law, legal malpractice occurs when an attorney (1) owed you a duty of care, (2) breached that duty through negligent or wrongful […]
The Role of Expert Witnesses in Legal Malpractice Cases in Texas
In legal malpractice cases, establishing that an attorney failed to uphold the standard of care expected in the profession is a critical part of proving the claim. Texas courts typically require testimony from a qualified legal professional to demonstrate what the standard of care is […]
How to Prove Legal Malpractice in Texas: Evidence and Legal Requirements You Need to Know
When your attorney’s mistakes cost you a case, financial loss, or your legal rights, it may be more than just poor judgment—it could be legal malpractice. In Texas, the law allows clients to pursue legal claims against attorneys who fail to uphold professional standards. However, […]
The Importance of Hiring an Experienced Attorney for Legal Malpractice Cases in Texas
When you’ve been wronged by a lawyer you trusted, recovering from the damage requires more than just frustration and a claim—it takes informed and strategic legal action. Legal malpractice cases are some of the most difficult civil claims to win in Texas. From proving negligence […]
Signs You Might Be a Victim of Legal Malpractice in Texas: What You Need to Know
Hiring an attorney should mean gaining a trusted advocate who protects your rights and works diligently on your behalf. But when an attorney fails to meet their legal duty and that failure causes harm, it may constitute legal malpractice. If you’re questioning whether your lawyer […]
Common Legal Malpractice Scenarios in Texas: When Can You File a Claim?
The Kassab Law Firm offers unparalleled legal representation to those who have suffered due to negligent or wrongful acts by attorneys. Our office is staffed by skilled malpractice lawyers in Houston who focus their practice on holding attorneys accountable for their errors. If you believe […]
Understanding Legal Malpractice in Texas: What Clients Need to Know
You’ve entrusted your legal matter to an attorney, only to discover a critical deadline has been missed, jeopardizing your entire case. When a lawyer’s actions fall short of their professional obligations and cause harm, it can be devastating. This is legal malpractice, and in Texas, […]