Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC holds lawyers responsible for legal malpractice.
If you’re considering a legal case of any type, one thing to think about is the statute of limitations. If you haven’t been through the court process before, you may be unaware of what this refers to. The best way to think about it is as a deadline. You only have...
Legal malpractice insurance is a specialized type of professional liability insurance designed to protect attorneys and law firms against claims of negligence, errors or misconduct in the course of representing a client. While it is not legally required in every...
A person who hires a lawyer often needs to know how to address a specific situation. They may need to find ways to protect themselves, and some may feel scared. Most people who hire a lawyer will want to know exactly what’s going on with their case. It’s not...
People who hire lawyers don't always receive the guidance and support they deserve. Some people experience legal malpractice. The professional they hire fails to follow best practices or engages in outright negligent behavior. The client may experience a poor outcome...
One type of legal malpractice could be if your lawyer accidentally filed your case in the wrong location or the wrong court. This could happen geographically. Perhaps your court case needs to be filed in New York, but your lawyer filed the case in New Jersey. This...
Regardless of the fact that attorneys are held to high ethical and professional standards, they may struggle with personal challenges, including substance abuse. When a lawyer’s issues with alcohol affect their ability to represent clients properly, it can lead to...
When you hire a legal professional for your personal injury case, you expect competence, diligence and a strong fight for the compensation you deserve. However, it’s not always the case. Your attorney may make mistakes that undermine your case and prevent you from...
When you hire an attorney to represent you, each of you signs a contract to retain that attorney as your legal representative. The contract describes the rights and responsibilities you both have to one another. One of the most important responsibilities of a lawyer...
Attorneys provide an invaluable service by offering legal guidance and representation to clients who need trusted support and advocacy. However, sometimes lawyers may end up facing malpractice charges when conflicts of interest arise. Conflict of interest refers to...
People dealing with legal issues often hire lawyers to assist them. An attorney can manage the process of negotiating on behalf of a client. They can educate their clients about the law and the legal system. They can handle all necessary paperwork. Lawyers typically...
