Schwartz & Ponterio, PLLC holds lawyers responsible for legal malpractice.
If you believe your lawyer has harmed you through negligence or misconduct, you may consider filing a legal malpractice claim or a bar complaint. Understanding the differences between these options will help you make an informed decision. Let us explore each choice to...
Attorneys are highly qualified individuals. They are placed in a position of trust and owe a duty of care to their clients. With that being said, attorneys are not immune from making mistakes. Here are some of the most common types of attorney errors. Poor...
It takes years of study to become an attorney, and most lawyers are diligent in their efforts to provide excellent representation for their clients. People who hire lawyers to help them navigate legal matters ranging from civil lawsuits to real estate transactions...
Like all professions, the legal profession is governed by ethics and professional responsibility, which dictate the standards of conduct that lawyers must follow in their practice. A lawyer's failure to adhere to these ethical duties can lead to legal malpractice...
Being an attorney is one of the most respected professions. Attorneys carry out very important duties for their clients. For example, they may defend a client from wrongful criminal charges. In many legal cases, the stakes are very high. That’s why legal...
It's not unheard of for legal clients to complain about poor communication from their lawyers. Understandably, lawyers can be busy, especially those who work in big firms. Nonetheless, it's their responsibility to ensure every client they take is adequately informed....
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used in almost every industry to some degree, and the legal field is no exception. There’s no question that AI can be useful to lawyers. It can be used to help dig through piles of legal research, analyze lengthy contracts and...
Legal cases are draining and involve significant time, effort and emotional investment. When your attorney fails to settle your case, it can be extremely frustrating and disheartening, as you may feel that your legal concerns are not being addressed effectively. If...
Attorneys can charge hundreds of dollars per hour for the services they provide because of the precision required when practicing law. The need for expertise and specialized experience makes the cost of retaining an attorney reasonable given what they must do for a...
Medical malpractice cases are often undeniably complex. When victims of professional negligence trust an attorney to handle such a case, they understandably expect them to act in their best interests. Unfortunately, legal malpractice can occur, leaving clients...
