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 […]