Which Element of Malpractice Is Hardest to Prove?
Proving an element of legal malpractice can be challenging, and one of the most difficult areas to prove is an attorney’s failure to act in a case. This is because it requires substantial evidence to establish that the attorney acted negligently and did not fulfill […]
What Does It Mean to Sue an Attorney?
When you obtain a lawyer, you expect them to pursue the case at hand to the best of their ability, regardless of the specifics of the situation. Oftentimes, you are entrusting them with a case that has the power to change the trajectory of your […]
Common Cases of Legal Malpractice
Legal malpractice in Texas is more common than people realize. At The Kassab Law Firm, we know what can happen if an attorney doesn’t do their job. The key is finding the right legal malpractice attorneys in Texas. With our years of experience, our attorneys […]
Attorney Negligence: What Your Next Step Should Be
Legal malpractice is an umbrella term for a claim brought by a client against a lawyer. Among the many sub-categories of legal malpractice, negligence is the most common. A lawyer is supposed to help those who have been wronged by others, but when one a […]
Can a Lawyer Help Determine If My Last Attorney Committed Legal Malpractice?
The short answer is yes. Recognizing legal malpractice can be difficult, which is why Texas applies the discovery rule to legal malpractice claims. That rule provides that a client must sue his or her lawyer within two years from the date they knew or should […]
Legal Malpractice: What It Is and Why You Need a Lawyer
Legal malpractice generally occurs when an attorney falls below the standard of care or engages in conflicts of interest. Not securing the desired outcome in a client’s case is not considered legal malpractice. However, if the attorney failed to comply with a duty that he […]
How to Be Compensated if Your Lawyer Commits Malpractice
When you hire a lawyer, you rely upon their expertise to ensure that your case is handled in an appropriate and professional manner. Sometimes lawyers fail to comply with their duties and cause a client damage. When a lawyer has failed to carry out their […]
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 […]