When Does a Lawyer’s Mistake Become Legal Malpractice in Texas?
A lawyer’s mistake becomes a Texas legal malpractice case when it falls below the standard of care and it causes provable financial harm that would not have happened with competent representation. If you suspect the mistake cost you a claim, settlement value, or business position, […]
Can You Sue Your Attorney for a Bad Settlement in Texas?
Yes. You can sue your attorney for a bad settlement in Texas. Texas courts generally require proof that, but for the lawyer’s conduct, you would have obtained a more favorable result, and damages are commonly measured as the gap between what should have been recovered […]
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Legal Malpractice Claims in Texas?
In Texas, most Texas legal malpractice claims are subject to a two-year statute of limitations. The clock generally runs from the date the claim accrues, and defendants often raise limitations early to try to end the case before discovery. Texas uses the two-year limitations period […]